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Edexcel IAL Business · WBS12
Unit 2WBS12

Managing Business Activities
operations and finance decoded

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2.3.2 — Financial Planning
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Cash flow is the lifeblood of a business — profitable firms can still fail if they run out of cash. Forecasting, budgeting and break-even analysis are essential planning tools.
Cash flow — the movement of money in and out of a business; timing matters as much as amount.
Break-even — the output level where total revenue equals total costs; contribution per unit is key.
Forecast cash flow
Set budgets
Monitor variance
Financial control
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Cash flow vs profit
A business can be profitable yet still run out of cash. Understanding the difference between profit and cash flow is essential for every finance question.
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Ratios tell the story
Profitability and liquidity ratios are the language of finance. Learn to calculate, interpret and evaluate them in context — not just in isolation.
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Operations drive efficiency
Lean production, capacity utilisation and quality management are how businesses reduce costs and improve competitiveness. Link to real examples in your answers.
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External factors constrain choices
Interest rates, exchange rates, legislation and the competitive environment all shape business decisions. PESTLE analysis is your framework for evaluating these.
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Exam paperWBS12
Duration2 hours
Total marks80 marks
% of A-Level25%
Question types4820
Data responseYes — Section A
Essay questionsSection B — choose 1 of 2
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