Georgia NASCLA Business, and Project Management for Residential and General Contractors, 3rd Edition; Pre-Printed Tabs

Georgia Business and Law - Online Exam Prep Course

If you’re applying for a Georgia Residential or General Contractor license, the Business & Law exam is a required step. This online exam prep course is designed to help you study with purpose, strengthen your understanding of business-and-law concepts used in contracting, and practice the same topic areas PSI outlines for the Georgia Business & Law exam.

Because this is an open-book exam with strict reference rules, effective prep isn’t just “knowing the material”—it’s also learning how to navigate the approved reference quickly and confidently under a 120-minute time limit.

Exam Details

• Exam name: Georgia Business & Law Exam
• Testing provider: PSI
• Number of questions: 50
• Time limit: 120 minutes
• Minimum passing score: 70% (35 correct)
• Exam fee: $60
• Content areas: Licensing Requirements; Estimating and Bidding; Business Organization and Financial Management; Tax Laws; Labor Laws; Project Management and Lien Law; Contracts; Risk Management; Environmental and Safety

Open Book Test

The Georgia Business & Law exam is an OPEN BOOK exam. PSI allows the approved reference in the examination center, and your reference may be highlighted, underlined, and/or indexed, but it must be otherwise unmarked (not written in) and may not contain additional papers (loose or attached).

Tabs rule (important): PSI allows references to be tabbed/indexed with permanent tabs only. Temporary tabs (such as Post-It notes) are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins.

Licensing Steps

1. Confirm your license type: Georgia contractor licensing requirements vary by classification (Residential vs. General Contractor paths).
2. Apply through the state process: Eligibility for examination is determined by the Board.
3. Receive exam approval: PSI’s bulletin states you’re eligible to take the examination(s) for 1 year from the date of your exam approval letter.
4. Schedule your exam with PSI: After approval, schedule and complete the Georgia Business & Law exam with PSI.
5. Complete required exams within the eligibility window: PSI states you must pass both the Business & Law exam and any required trade exam(s) within the eligibility period or reapply.

State Requirements

Georgia contractor licensing is regulated at the state level, and eligibility for examination is determined by the licensing board. Requirements can differ based on your license classification and whether you’re applying as an individual or qualifying agent. Always follow the checklist and instructions for your exact application type.

Reference Books

• Georgia-NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors (3rd Edition)
  This is the reference PSI lists as allowed in the examination center for the Georgia Business & Law exam. It’s also the core resource to use for open-book navigation practice while studying.

Test Information and Study Materials

• Pre-Printed Tabs (Permanent Tabs): Pre-printed tabs can help you build faster lookups by clearly marking commonly referenced sections. Because PSI requires permanent tabs only, pre-printed permanent tabs are a practical way to stay organized and exam-compliant.
• Open-book strategy: Practice finding answers quickly using the index and section headings. Open-book exams reward speed and accuracy—not searching from scratch.
• Timed review: Add timed practice to build pacing across 50 questions in 120 minutes.
• Content-based confidence: Use your prep to reinforce licensing concepts, contracts, lien/project management fundamentals, risk management, and financial/tax basics the way they’re tested.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports your Georgia Business & Law preparation with organized, exam-focused guidance so you can study with structure and confidence.

• Aligned to PSI’s outline: Study the same topic areas PSI lists for the Georgia Business & Law exam, so your time stays focused.
• Practice-oriented preparation: Build recall and decision-making through review that reinforces the concepts behind common question styles.
• Reference navigation support: Open-book success depends on knowing where information is located—this course encourages efficient reference use and smart organization habits.
• Confidence-building structure: A clear study plan helps reduce overwhelm and keeps you moving toward scheduling and test day readiness.

FAQ

Is the Georgia Business & Law exam required?

PSI’s Georgia contractor bulletin states all candidates must pass the Business & Law exam for licensure in Georgia as a Residential or General Contractor. After passing it, you have met the Business & Law exam requirement for all other Residential and General Contractor licenses.

How many questions are on the Georgia Business & Law exam, and how long do I have?

The PSI bulletin lists 50 questions with 120 minutes allowed.

What score do I need to pass?

The PSI bulletin lists a minimum passing score of 70% (35 correct).

Is the Georgia Business & Law exam open book?

Yes. PSI states the Georgia Business & Law exam is OPEN BOOK, and it identifies the reference allowed in the examination center.

Which book is allowed in the exam room?

PSI lists the Georgia-NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors (3rd Edition) as allowed in the examination center for the Business & Law exam.

Are pre-printed tabs allowed for the reference book?

PSI states references may be tabbed/indexed with permanent tabs only, and temporary tabs (such as Post-It notes) are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins. Pre-printed tabs are a helpful option when they are permanent and used within PSI’s reference rules.

How long is my exam approval valid?

PSI states you are eligible to take the examination(s) for 1 year from the date of your exam approval letter. If you do not pass within the eligibility period, you must reapply with the Board.