IB Business and Management IA example: How will Kering's acquisition of Valentino impact its financial position and success in the luxury fashion market?

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Research question

Business and Management-HL

Grade

7

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Session

May 2025

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Examiner's summary

Criterion A

5/5

The student has effectively identified the key concept of change in their Internal Assessment (IA), which is clearly indicated on the title page and explored throughout the research question. The focus remains on Kering as a single business, addressing its future implications following the acquisition of Valentino. The student provided a thorough analysis of industry-wide issues and their impact on Kering, while also presenting relevant background information about the organization. Furthermore, the methodology is clearly articulated, and the connection between the key concept and Kering is consistently analyzed throughout the IA, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the topic.

Criterion B

3/4

The student included four supporting documents, which fulfill the requirement of having three to five documents. All documents are contemporary, published within the last three years, and provide a relevant and in-depth analysis of Kering's acquisition. However, the student did not clearly label the documents or highlight the parts directly related to the IA, which detracts from the organization and clarity of the submission. Additionally, there is no assessment of the validity and reliability of the supporting documents, which is necessary for a comprehensive evaluation. Overall, while the student has met several criteria, improvements are needed in organization and critical evaluation.