IB Business Management Student Resources

Your Complete Companion to the IB Business Management Internal Assessment

Stuck on your Business IA? Not sure how to analyze your company, tackle the criteria, or frame your research question? We’ve got your back. Our Step-by-Step IB Business Management IA Guide is built to simplify the process and help you write a high-scoring IA with confidence.

What’s Inside?

✅ Expert Guidance
Created by experienced IB teachers and examiners who understand what earns marks—and what doesn’t.

✅ Supports SL and HL
Whether you’re doing a written commentary (SL) or a full HL research project, this guide breaks down the exact steps for your level.

✅ Clear, Structured Steps
From choosing a company to formulating your RQ, collecting data, and writing up each section—this guide walks you through it all with real examples and practical advice.

✅ Student-Proven Strategies
Learn how successful students structure their analysis, integrate business theory, and demonstrate critical thinking.

✅ Criterion-by-Criterion Breakdown
Simplifies the assessment rubric (A–E) into student-friendly language, with do’s and don’ts, sample responses, and insider tips.

💡 Why It Works

✅ Built by IB examiners and Business Management educators
✅ Aligned with current IB syllabus expectations
✅ Packed with planning tools, templates, and timelines
✅ Focused on maximizing marks and minimizing stress
✅ Written in clear, accessible language for real students

Whether you’re weeks ahead or just getting started, this guide is your one-stop resource for producing a professional, polished, and well-structured IB Business IA.

For more information about IB Business Management, visit ibo.org.