📊 Cambridge IGCSE (9‑1) Business Studies 0986 Grade Thresholds 2026
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📌 Quick Navigation
- What Are Grade Thresholds?
- Understanding the 9‑1 Grading System
- 0986 Grade Thresholds – Official Data
- How to Interpret Your 0986 Results
- What If You Didn't Get the Grade You Wanted?
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What Are Grade Thresholds?
Grade thresholds (also known as grade boundaries) are the minimum marks required to achieve each grade in a Cambridge examination. After every exam session, Cambridge International publishes official grade threshold tables showing exactly how many raw marks you needed for each grade.
Key fact: Grade boundaries change every year. They depend on the difficulty of the papers and how the entire cohort of students performed. A mark that gave you a Grade 9 in one session might give you a Grade 8 in another – and that's completely normal.
For Cambridge IGCSE (9‑1) Business Studies (0986), the syllabus is graded from 9 to 1 but is otherwise the same as Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies (0450).[1]
Understanding the 9‑1 Grading System
The 0986 Business Studies syllabus uses the 9‑1 grading scale, which is different from the traditional A*‑G system. Here's how they compare:
| 9‑1 Grade | Equivalent A*‑G | Performance Level |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 9 | Above A* | Exceptional performance – top tier |
| Grade 8 | A* | Outstanding performance |
| Grade 7 | A | Strong mastery of all topics |
| Grade 6 | B | Good understanding with some gaps |
| Grade 5 | B/C | Strong pass – equivalent to high C |
| Grade 4 | C | Standard pass – equivalent to low C |
| Grade 3 | D/E | Below pass |
| Grade 2 | E/F | Basic understanding |
| Grade 1 | G | Elementary knowledge |
Key benefits of 9‑1 grading:
- Grade 9 distinguishes the very highest achievers
- More differentiation at the top end
- Clearer indication of performance for universities and employers
Grades 9 to 4 are considered a "good pass" and are well‑regarded by universities and employers worldwide. Students achieving these grades are well prepared to follow a wide range of courses including Cambridge International AS & A Level Business.[2]
📊 0986 Grade Thresholds – Official Data
November 2024 Grade Thresholds
Here are the official component grade thresholds for Cambridge IGCSE (9‑1) Business Studies (0986) from the November 2024 examination:[3]
Component Thresholds
| Component | Maximum Raw Mark | Grade 9 | Grade 8 | Grade 7 | Grade 6 | Grade 5 | Grade 4 | Grade 3 | Grade 2 | Grade 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Component 11 | 80 | 58 | 51 | 44 | 37 | 31 | 25 | 20 | 15 | 9 |
| Component 21 | 80 | 51 | 45 | 39 | 33 | 27 | 21 | 16 | 11 | 7 |
Source: Cambridge International – November 2024
Overall Syllabus Thresholds (Option X: Components 11 + 21)
| Option | Maximum Weighted Mark | Combination of Components | Grade 9 | Grade 8 | Grade 7 | Grade 6 | Grade 5 | Grade 4 | Grade 3 | Grade 2 | Grade 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X | 160 | 11, 21 | 109 | 96 | 83 | 70 | 58 | 46 | 36 | 26 | 16 |
Source: Cambridge International – November 2024
What This Means For You (November 2024 – Option X):
- Grade 9 requires 109 out of 160 weighted marks (68.1%)
- Grade 8 requires 96 out of 160 weighted marks (60%)
- Grade 7 requires 83 out of 160 weighted marks (51.9%)
- Grade 6 requires 70 out of 160 weighted marks (43.8%)
- Grade 5 requires 58 out of 160 weighted marks (36.3%)
- Grade 4 requires 46 out of 160 weighted marks (28.8%)
June 2025 Grade Thresholds
For the June 2025 examination series, the grade threshold table for Business Studies (9‑1) (0986) was set as follows:[4]
Component Thresholds
| Component | Maximum Raw Mark | Grade 9 | Grade 8 | Grade 7 | Grade 6 | Grade 5 | Grade 4 | Grade 3 | Grade 2 | Grade 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Component 11 | 80 | 53 | 48 | 44 | 38 | 32 | 27 | 21 | 15 | 9 |
| Component 12 | 80 | 59 | 53 | 47 | 41 | 35 | 30 | 22 | 15 | 8 |
| Component 21 | 80 | 51 | 44 | 37 | 32 | 27 | 22 | 17 | 13 | 9 |
| Component 22 | 80 | 49 | 45 | 42 | 37 | 32 | 26 | 21 | 15 | 10 |
Source: Cambridge International – June 2025
Overall Syllabus Thresholds
| Option | Maximum Weighted Mark | Combination of Components | Grade 9 | Grade 8 | Grade 7 | Grade 6 | Grade 5 | Grade 4 | Grade 3 | Grade 2 | Grade 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X | 160 | 11, 21 | 104 | 92 | 81 | 70 | 59 | 49 | 38 | 28 | 18 |
| Y | 160 | 12, 22 | 108 | 98 | 89 | 78 | 67 | 56 | 43 | 30 | 18 |
Source: Cambridge International – June 2025
Note: Grade boundaries for Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies typically fluctuate between sessions. Historically, Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies (0450) has needed around 128/160 marks for A*.[5] Across the last six sessions, the A* threshold has varied by about ±8 marks from year to year.[5] Always check the official thresholds for your specific exam series.
📥 Download Official Grade Threshold PDFs
Cambridge Classroom provides direct access to official grade threshold tables for all Cambridge IGCSE and O Level subjects – including Business Studies (9‑1) (0986).
- 👉 Download June 2025 0986 Grade Threshold PDF[4]
- 👉 Download November 2024 0986 Grade Threshold PDF[3]
- 👉 November 2025 Grade Threshold Tables[6]
How to Interpret Your 0986 Results
The Business Studies (0986) Assessment Structure
Cambridge IGCSE (9‑1) Business Studies (0986) consists of two written papers:
| Component | Type | Weighting | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Short Answer and Data Response | 50% | 80 marks |
| Paper 2 | Case Study | 50% | 80 marks |
- Paper 1 tests knowledge, understanding, and application of business concepts through short-answer questions and data response
- Paper 2 tests analysis and evaluation through a case study with structured questions
What Universities Look For
Cambridge IGCSE (9‑1) Business Studies is accepted by universities and employers as proof of business knowledge and analytical skills. Successful candidates gain lifelong skills including:
- Understanding business concepts and theories
- Analyzing business data and case studies
- Evaluating business decisions and strategies
- Applying business principles to real-world situations
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📚 References
- Cambridge International. Cambridge IGCSE (9‑1) Business Studies 0986. "This syllabus is graded from 9 to 1 but is otherwise the same as Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies (0450)."
- Cambridge International. Cambridge IGCSE (9‑1) Business Studies 0986 Syllabus. "Candidates who achieve grades 9 to 4 are well prepared to follow a wide range of courses including Cambridge International AS & A Level Business."
- Cambridge International. November 2024 Grade Threshold Table – Business Studies (9‑1) (0986).
- Cambridge International. June 2025 Grade Threshold Table – Business Studies (9‑1) (0986).
- Tutopiya. Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies Grade Predictor 2026. "Historically, Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies (0450) has needed around 128/160 marks for A*. The A* threshold has varied by about ±8 marks from year to year."
- Cambridge International. November 2025 Grade Threshold Tables.
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