AQA GCSE Business Paper 1 2025 Mark Scheme

Get the official AQA GCSE Business Paper 1 mark scheme for the June 2025 series (8132/1) — the final v1.0 examiner-approved document used to award all 90 marks in the exam.

This mark scheme includes full multiple-choice answers (Section A), detailed indicative content for case study questions (Section B: D@SO Ltd), and Level of Response descriptors for extended evaluation questions (Section C: Charlie Paul). For example, *page 4* clearly lists all correct MCQ answers (e.g. 1.1 = D, 1.6 = C), while *pages 10–11* show how to structure high-level 9-mark answers on JIT with balanced analysis and justified conclusions. The document also explains how examiners award marks using levels, including how to reach top bands in 6-mark, 9-mark, and 12-mark questions.

Use it to mark your answers accurately, understand examiner expectations, and improve your technique in calculations, case study application, and evaluation. Pair it with the matching June 2025 question paper for full exam practice. Updated for the 2025/2026 academic year, fully mobile-friendly, and instantly downloadable from markscheme.net.

This mark scheme is essential for GCSE Business students preparing for the 2026 exam series, including Year 11 candidates, resit students aiming for higher grades, and independent learners studying AQA 8132.

It is also highly valuable for teachers, tutors, and revision centres delivering GCSE Business, enabling accurate marking, standardisation of grades, and clear demonstration of examiner expectations. Parents supporting revision can use it to assess answers and identify areas for improvement.