10 Tips to score 95+ in Business Studies in CBSE

" Aim for the moon. If you miss, you may hit a star".                                         W. Clement Stone 

Business studies is one of the most important and scoring subject for commerce students in CBSE as well as in ICSE and other state boards. Because of introducing case studies by CBSE, Business Studies has become challenge as well as opportunity for the students. Main motive of introducing case studies in Business Studies is to make this subject interesting and behavioral. It is a very appreciable move by CBSE to make students a good learner through understanding. CBSE is one of the most recognised exam conducting body of India. That's why experts are having close watch on CBSE exams and are giving their opinions to students to score high in board exams. Being a student you also want to clear the exam with flying colors. If you are a Commerce student and going to appear for XII board exam. These tips may help you scoring high in board exams in Business Studies.

1. Be attentive while reading questions : This is first and most important point is to be careful and attentive while reading questions. Never be in hurry while reading questions specially case studies, as case studies consist the key words which is helpful in identification and  answer writing. Don't ever think to save time while reading questions otherwise it may result in losing marks in board exams.


2. Be strict with word limit: While writing the answer in Business Studies follow the word limit guidelines by CBSE. Don't go beyond the word limit. For Example if you have been asked , Who is the father of Scientific Management in 1 mark. As per CBSE guidelines you are supposed to answer in one word to one sentence in case of 1 mark questions. So simply write the answer as "F.W.Taylor". Be strict with word limit will also be  helpful in completion of question paper on time.


3. Write to the point answer : You may have a very good command over the question asked, but you have to write the answer only that has exactly being asked. Don't ever try to put whole brain on the paper. It gives the examiner  a good impression and definitely you will be rewarded in the form of marks.


4. Use cartoons and diagrams: The most impressive thing in Business Studies paper is the way,  you are presenting your answer in front of checker. To give your answer a creative look use cartoons and diagrams if it is expected in question. It gives  a very positive impression of yours  in front of examiner. Do remember that checker doesn't know you by face, so introduce yourself through your answer sheet.


5. Make a meaningful combination of headings and paragraphs: While answering the descriptive type questions make a meaningful and proper combination of headings and paragraphs. Usually half of the marks are assigned for heading and half for explanation. In the case even after good explanation you will lose the marks if heading was expected but was missing from your answer.


6. Follow NCERT text books: Generally key terms used in case studies is copied from NCERT text books. So it is advisable to go through the NCERT for case studies. You can take the help of other reference books for practice but for study strictly go with NCERT text books.


7. Follow hierarchy while attempting questions: If  you are comfortable with all the questions try to follow a hierarchy while attempting the questions. You can start from last question and end with first one or start from first one and end with last one. It is not compulsory point and can be avoided but definitely it makes a first impression on checker.


8. Avoid overwriting: Business Studies is theoretical paper so it is expected from student to avoid overwriting and unnecessary cutting. Also ensure neatness and cleanliness in your answer sheet to put a first positive impression on checker. Also avoid using multi colors pens while writing answers, as you are writing business studies paper not arts.


9. Time Management : Before entering into examination hall ensure that you are going to complete the questions paper on time. You will not face any issue related to time if you have allocated the time for each question. Never give extra time to any question under any circumstances.


10. Never quit till final bell is rung: Try to attempt all the questions even if you are not knowing few ones correct answer. It's a theoretical paper you can write similar answers because nothing is better than something. If you have some sphere time in last hours, go for a quick revision.