A-Level · CCEA · Business Studies
CCEA A-Level Business Studies revision with case-study questions marked against the CCEA mark scheme
27 past papers across AS 1, AS 2, A2 1 and A2 2, from 2017 to 2025. Answer a case-study question, get it marked against the CCEA mark scheme with feedback, then rewrite it and have it marked again.
What you'll study
The CCEA Business Studies units on Markaroo
Two case studies. 8 past papers, 66 questions.
- Enterprise and the entrepreneur
- Central purpose of business
- Forms of business ownership
- Stakeholders
- Markets and market forces
- Quality management
- Productivity and operations
- Organisational design
- Investing in people
- Motivation
- Management and leadership
Two case studies. 8 past papers, 65 questions.
- Competition and market structure
- Market research
- The marketing mix
- Market planning
- E-commerce and e-business
- Sources of finance
- Break-even analysis
- Budgeting and cash flow
- Financial statements
One case study. 6 past papers, 37 questions.
- Business objectives
- Organisational culture
- Business growth
- Strategic analysis
- Business strategy
- Measuring business performance
- Company accounts and ratio analysis
- Investment appraisal
One case study. 5 past papers, 30 questions.
- The macroeconomic environment
- Government and business
- Global business
- Globalisation
- Business ethics and sustainability
- Organisational change and design
- Competition law and market power
- Managing change
Papers come from the Summer 2017 to Summer 2025 series (there was no Summer 2020 series): AS 1 and AS 2 from 2017, A2 1 from 2018 (not 2021) and A2 2 from 2021. Questions can be filtered by unit and topic.
Two case studies are held back because the published papers could not be reproduced in full for copyright reasons: AS 1 Summer 2018 Question 1 and AS 2 Summer 2019 Question 1. The other case study on each of those papers is included.
Assessment
How CCEA Business Studies is examined
| Paper | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| AS 1 and AS 2 (1 hr 30 min each) | Two case studies; answer all the questions on both | 80 |
| A2 1 and A2 2 (2 hr each) | One case study; answer all the questions | 90 |
Quality of written communication is assessed where the paper says so. Your answers are marked against CCEA’s published mark scheme for that question, with feedback on what would earn more marks.
Markaroo is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by CCEA. Past papers are attempted and marked inside the app, not offered as downloads.
Questions
CCEA Business Studies on Markaroo
Which CCEA A-Level Business Studies units does Markaroo cover?
All four: AS 1 Introduction to Business, AS 2 Growing the Business, A2 1 Strategic Decision Making and A2 2 The Competitive Business Environment. There are 27 past papers and 198 questions from Summer 2017 to Summer 2025.
How is CCEA A-Level Business Studies assessed?
Four written papers built around case studies. AS 1 and AS 2 each last 1 hour 30 minutes and are worth 80 marks, with two case studies to answer. A2 1 and A2 2 each last 2 hours and are worth 90 marks, with one longer case study.
How does Markaroo mark CCEA Business Studies answers?
Each answer is marked against CCEA’s published mark scheme for that question, and you get a mark with feedback on what to improve. You can then rewrite your answer and have it marked again.
Is every past-paper question included?
Almost. Two case studies are held back for copyright reasons: AS 1 Summer 2018 Question 1 and AS 2 Summer 2019 Question 1. Revision notes, flashcards and model answers are not available for CCEA Business Studies yet: the course is past-paper practice and marking.
Is there a free plan for CCEA Business Studies on Markaroo?
Yes. The free plan gives you your coach, your technique profile and a live predicted grade, and 2 written answers marked free, with no card required. Plus unlocks unlimited questions, AI essay marking and the rewrite loop from £6.99 a month (add more subjects for £5 each, with a 7-day free trial).