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Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies

5.1.1The need for business finance

The need for business finance in Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 5.1.1.1Explain why businesses need finance and distinguish short-term from long-term needs.
  2. 5.1.1.2Explain the concept and importance of working capital.

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  • Why businesses need finance

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  • Working capital: calculation, cycle and management

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The need for business finance: sample question

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Which is an example of capital expenditure?

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