A-Level Business AQA Predicted Paper 1 2026

2 hour, 100 mark predicted paper 1 (Business 1) with full guided mark scheme for 2026

This predicted paper is for AQA A-Level Business Paper 1 (7132/1) – Business 1.

It has been carefully written to replicate the exact structure, style, and difficulty of the real AQA exam, providing students with a realistic and valuable preparation tool ahead of their final assessment.

The paper covers all areas of the AQA A-Level Business specification, including the nature and purpose of business, managers and leadership, decision making, marketing, operations, finance, human resources, strategic positioning, choosing strategic direction, and managing strategic change.

The assessment includes 15 multiple-choice questions, a selection of short-answer questions, and two extended data response questions, mirroring the requirements of the official Paper 1.

A full guided mark scheme is included, offering clear marking guidance and indicative content aligned to AQA’s assessment objectives (AO1, AO2, AO3, AO4). This makes it ideal for both self-assessment and teacher-led mock exams.

• Exam Board: AQA
• Subject: Business Studies
• Level: A-Level
• Resource Type: Predicted Paper
• Year: 2026
• Year Group/s: Year 13
• Format: PDF