Business Studies Grade 12 Term 2 June Past Papers and Memos

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 Business Environments2.1 Name any FOUR types of leaves as provision of the Basic Conditions of 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 State FOUR aspects that should be included in an employment contract. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 State any TWO consumer rights as stipulated in the National Credit Act 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Business Strategies)Businesses need to develop suitable strategic management processes in order to 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Quality of Performance)Businesses need to manage the ongoing supplier relationship to ensure stock is 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 new page
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 State TWO aspects that should be included in an employment contract. (2) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 List any FOUR forces of Porter's Five Forces model. (4) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Legislation)The National Credit Act (NCA), 2005 (Act 34 of 2005) was introduced in South Africa to 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Human Resources Function)The correct selection procedures assist businesses to minimise wasteful spending 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 Business Ventures
3. Q3 Business Roles 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Investment: Insurance) 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Ethics and Professionalism) 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. Hierdie vraestel bestaan uit DRIE afdelings en dek TWEE van die hoofonderwerpe.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 Business Ventures2.1 Name any FOUR examples of long-term insurance. (4) 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 State any TWO examples of ethical behaviour. (2) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any TWO types of preference shares. (2) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Investment: Insurance)Businesses operate in a dynamic and risky environment. Management should have 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Ethics and Professionalism)Businesses are expected to conduct their operations ethical and in a professional 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 new page
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 Elaborate on the meaning of ethical behaviour. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 State any FOUR factors that should be considered when making an investment 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Management and Leadership)Effective management and leadership are crucial for achieving business objectives. The 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving)Businesses encounter various problems that affect their operations and must come up with 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 State any FOUR aspects that should be included in an induction programme. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any TWO types of business sectors. (2) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Business Strategies)The strategic management process enables businesses to overcome challenges posed 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Quality of Performance)Businesses ensure that the general management function enhances their business 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 Name any THREE diversity issues in the workplace. (3) 40 marks
4. Q4 Various Topics4.1 Name any TWO leadership theories. (2) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Opportunities (Presentation and Data Response)Various factors need to be considered by presenters before any presentation. The 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Ethics and Professionalism)Businesses are expected to distinguish between ethical and professional conduct. The 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 Business Environments2.1 State any FOUR provisions of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 Name FOUR sources of external recruitment. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any FOUR consumer rights as stipulated in the Consumer Protection Act 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Legislation)The introduction of Employment Equity was to address the injustices of apartheid. 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Human Resources)Businesses set up terms and conditions with their employees as indicated in the 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 Business Ventures2.1 Name any FOUR examples of long-term insurance. (4) 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 State any TWO examples of ethical behaviour. (2) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any TWO types of preference shares. (2) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Investment: Insurance)Businesses operate in a dynamic and risky environment. Management should have 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Ethics and Professionalism)Businesses are expected to conduct their operations ethical and in a professional 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 Business Ventures2.1 Give any FOUR examples of insurable risks. (4) 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 State any THREE practical examples of professional behaviour in the workplace. (3) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any FOUR types of benefits paid out by the Unemployment Insurance 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Investment: Securities)Businesses invest in a variety of shares, including preference shares for future 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Team Performance Assessment and Conflict Management)Management should ensure that certain characteristics are present in their teams for 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 Name any FOUR reasons for the termination of an employment contract. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 State any FOUR consumer rights as stipulated in the Consumer Protection Act 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environment (Business Strategies)Businesses use various strategies and aggressive marketing campaigns to improve 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Quality of Performance)Businesses implement quality control and quality assurance to ensure effective quality 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 NEW page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 Name FOUR problem-solving steps. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any FOUR examples of long-term insurance. (4) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Management and Leadership)The democratic leadership style is often used by businesses, while the autocratic 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Creative Thinking and ProblemBusinesses face many challenges daily that requires problem-solving and decision- 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 nuwe
2. Q2 nuwe bladsy.8. Jy mag 'n nieprogrammeerbare sakrekenaar gebruik. 40 marks
3. Q3 Besigheidsbedrywighede3.1 Gee enige VIER voorbeelde van byvoordele. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Diverse Onderwerpe4.1 Noem enige TWEE tipes besigheidsektore. (2) 40 marks
5. Q5 Besighede word in dinamiese omgewings bedryf wat diversifikasie- en defensiewe 40 marks
6. Q6 Besigheidsbedrywighede (Gehalte van Prestasie)Die finansiële funksie speel 'n belangrike rol in die gladde verloop van 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. Hierdie vraestel bestaan uit DRIE afdelings en dek TWEE hoofonderwerpe.

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 Name any TWO social rights of employees in the workplace. (2) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 State any FOUR factors that should be considered when making investment 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Management and Leadership)Businesses agree that leadersʹ personal attitude play an important role in successful 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving)Creative thinking allows businesses to be innovative in their approach and take 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 new page
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 Name THREE sources of external recruitment. (3) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 State any TWO types of integration strategies. (2) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Business Strategies)Businesses use the strategic management process to address challenges posed by 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Human Resources Function)The human resources manager ensures that the correct recruitment procedure be 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 new page
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 Name any FOUR examples of ethical business practices. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any FOUR factors that should be considered when making investment 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Investment: Insurance)Businesses are faced with a variety of uncertainty and risks every day. For this 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Ethics and Professionalism)Businesses are required to conduct their operations in an ethical and professional 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 Name the TWO components of job analysis. (2) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any FOUR provisions of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Legislation)The Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (BBBEE), 2003 (Act 53 of 2003) 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Human Resources Function)Businesses follow the correct selection procedure to fill vacant posts in order to 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 Name FOUR human rights in the workplace. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name FOUR examples of non-insurable risks. (4) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Investment: Insurance)Businesses enjoy the benefits of different types of insurance. Some businesses over- 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Human Rights, Inclusivity and Environmental Issues)Businesses employ people from diverse backgrounds who take care of their own 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 State any FOUR aspects that should be included in an employment 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 State any TWO types of diversification strategies. (2) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Legislation)The Employment Equity Act (EEA), 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) was instituted to ensure 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Quality of Performance)Quality management and quality performance need to be used by businesses to 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 2.1 State any FOUR provisions of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 Name any TWO sources of external recruitment. (2) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any TWO types of business environments and state the extent of 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Legislation)The National Credit Act (NCA), 2005 (Act 34 of 2005) provides a framework to regulate 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Human Resources Function)The human resources manager is responsible for compiling the job description and job 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 2.1 State any FOUR examples of insurable risks. (4) 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 Name any TWO problem-solving steps. (2) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 State any TWO examples of non-verbal presentations. (2) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Investment: Securities)Investing in a fixed deposit provides investors the opportunity to decide whether they 40 marks
6. Q6 Businesses are expected to make meaningful contributions to communities through 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
2. Q2 2.1 TWO elements of PESTLE 20 marks
3. Q3 Business Ventures3.1 TWO theories of management and leadership. 20 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Business sector 20 marks
5. Q5 Breakdown of Mark AllocationThe rights of ordinary and preference 12 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations: (Quality of Performance)- Businesses need to take care of the tolerance limit by using either quality 40 marks

1. Q1 Question 1
2. Q2 new page.8. You may use a non-programmable calculator. 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 Name FOUR aspects included in an employment contract. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 List the THREE business environments and state the extent of control 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Legislation)The Labour Relations Act (LRA), 1995 (Act 66 of 1995) regulates the relationship 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Human Resources)Jaco is the human resources manager of Fruity Juices. He is responsible for 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 Business Ventures2.1 Give THREE examples of non-insurable risks. (3) 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 Give THREE practical examples of unethical behaviour. (3) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name THREE principles of insurance. (3) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Ventures (Investment: Securities)Zuki recently won R10 million in the lottery. She is considering investing in 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Team Performance and ConflictIntolerance between employees due to unhappiness and conflicts contributes to 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 2.1 Name any TWO provisions of leave as stipulated in the Basic Conditions of 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 State FOUR aspects that should be included in an employment contract. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Outline the role of SETAs. (4) 40 marks
5. Q5 Business Environments (Business Strategies)Businesses need to develop suitable strategies to deal with challenges in the business 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Operations (Quality of Performance)A good management system includes the quality control and quality assurance of 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 2.1 Name any TWO factors that should be considered when making investment 40 marks
3. Q3 Business Roles3.1 State any FOUR corporate social investment (CSI) focus areas. (4) 40 marks
4. Q4 Miscellaneous Topics4.1 Name any TWO examples of long-term insurance. (2) 40 marks
5. Q5 An effective business presentation requires presenters to be well prepared. Many 40 marks
6. Q6 Business Roles (Team Performance and ConflictManagement should have a clear distinction between conflict and grievance in the 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers TWO main topics.

1. Q1 1.1 Multiple choice 20 marks
2. Q2 Business Environments Management control
3. Q3 Business Operations3.1 FOUR sources of external recruitment 20 marks
4. Q4 4.1 King Code principles for good corporate governance
5. Q5 Business Environment: (Legislation) SDA encourages on-going skills development and learning to sustain the
6. Q6  Problem solving is frequently carried out by a group and encourages creative thinking

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 2.1 Name any FOUR components of the PESTLE analysis. (4) 60 marks
3. Q3 Business Ventures3.1 Give FIVE examples of non-insurable risks. (5) 60 marks
4. Q4 Business Roles4.1 Name FIVE human rights in the workplace. (5) 60 marks
5. Q5 Business Operations5.1 Name TWO salary determination methods that employers may use to 60 marks
6. Q6 Miscellaneous Topics6.1 Identify the provisions of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 60 marks
7. Q7 The Employment Equity Act (EEA), 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) was introduced to promote 40 marks
8. Q8 Business Ventures (Investment and Presentation)Mario, a financial consultant, made a presentation on ordinary and preference shares. 40 marks
9. Q9 Business Roles (Professionalism and Ethics)According to the King Code principles, businesses are expected to conduct their 40 marks
10. Q10 Business Operations (Human Resources and QualityNizam Tiling is known for its quality products and services. They always ensure that 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers all FOUR main topics.

1. Q1 8. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
2. Q2 2.1 List any FOUR forces of Porter's Five Forces model. (4) 60 marks
3. Q3 Business Ventures3.1 State any FOUR types of Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) benefits. (4) 60 marks
4. Q4 Business Roles4.1 Name THREE King Code principles of good corporate governance. (3) 60 marks
5. Q5 Business Operations5.1 State SIX aspects that should be included in an induction programme. (6) 60 marks
6. Q6 Miscellaneous Topics6.1 Identify the type of business strategy illustrated in EACH of the statements 60 marks
7. Q7 Business Environments (Business Strategies)ZM specialise in the manufacturing of men's clothing. The business is struggling to pay 40 marks
8. Q8 Business Ventures (Management and Leadership)Managers and leaders have realised that they need both management and leadership 40 marks
9. Q9 Business Roles (Economic Rights and EnvironmentalBusinesses must ensure that the economic rights of employees are observed an d 40 marks
10. Q10 Business Operations (Human Resources)Tommy Financial Services specialise in accounting and taxation services and are 40 marks

Instructions to candidates

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections and covers all FOUR mai n topics.