Practice Paper 3 - AQA A-Level Business (2026)

I’m pleased to share my latest Paper 3 Guided Case Study Booklet, designed to follow the traditional exam structure while providing students with a comprehensive and engaging resource for revision and exam preparation.

This booklet features an extended case study that incorporates a wide range of topics specifically requested by my students, focusing on concepts which weren’t focused on heavily in Paper 1 or Paper 2. It covers key areas including:

• Lean production (Kaizen and Just-in-time included)
• Quality control vs. Quality assurance
• Porter’s Five Forces
• Inventory turnover
• The advantages and disadvantages of moving from a sole trader to a private limited company
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Offshoring vs. Reshoring
• Conflicting stakeholder objectives, including the differing needs of consumers, CEOs, and shareholders
• Capacity Utilsation
• And many other core business concepts

Throughout the booklet, students are supported with guided advice, exam tips, and structured prompts to help them develop stronger analytical and evaluative skills. The aim is not only to provide practice questions but also to model the thought processes required for success in Paper 3.

This is the first in a series of guided case study booklets. I plan to create several more throughout the week, each covering different contexts and themes, so keep an eye out for future releases.