CBSE Class XI Business Studies Syllabus
A unit-wise breakdown of the CBSE Class XI Business Studies syllabus for 2026-27 — 6 units, 80 theory marks and 20 project marks (100 total). Taught in full at TCC Barrackpore by commerce specialist faculty.
Theory
80 marks
Project / Internal
20 marks
Total
100 marks
Units
6
Unit-wise Syllabus
Unit 1–2: Nature & Purpose of Business, Forms of Business Organisation
16 marks- Evolution and meaning of business, trade and commerce
- Industry and commerce, objectives of business
- Sole proprietorship, partnership, HUF, cooperative societies, joint stock company
- Choice of an appropriate form of business
Unit 3–4: Public, Private & Global Enterprises, Business Services
14 marks- Public, private and global enterprises; joint ventures
- Changing role of public sector
- Business services: banking, insurance, postal services
Unit 5–6: Emerging Modes of Business, Social Responsibility & Ethics
10 marks- E-business — meaning and scope
- Social responsibility of business
- Business ethics
Unit 7–8: Sources of Business Finance, Small Business
20 marks- Owners' funds and borrowed funds
- Entrepreneurship and small business
- MSMED Act, NSIC, District Industries Centre (DIC)
Unit 9–10: Internal Trade, International Trade
20 marks- Wholesale and retail trade, modern retail formats
- GST — concept
- Export–import procedure, documents
- World Trade Organisation (WTO)
Unit 11: Project Work
20 marks- One project from: aids to trade, import/export documentation, a state trading/emporium visit, or a comparative case study
How TCC Helps You Master This Syllabus
Every unit above is taught in full at TCC Barrackpore's CBSE Class XI – Commerce batch — small groups, AC classrooms, video backups of every class, and mock tests mapped to the exact CBSE exam pattern.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total marks for CBSE Class XI Business Studies?
80 marks for the theory paper plus 20 marks for project/internal assessment, for a total of 100 marks.
How many units are in the CBSE Class XI Business Studies syllabus?
The syllabus is organised into 6 units.
Which unit carries the most weightage in Business Studies?
"Unit 7–8: Sources of Business Finance, Small Business" carries the highest weightage at 20 marks.
Does CBSE Class XI Business Studies have a project component?
Yes — 20 marks are allocated to project work / internal assessment, separate from the 80-mark theory paper.
Based on the official CBSE curriculum for the current academic year. Boards issue circulars for minor revisions — always cross-check against the latest CBSE notification closer to your exam. Source: CBSE Academic curriculum, cbseacademic.nic.in.