ASSIGNMENT

DRIVE FALL 2013

PROGRAM/SEMESTER MBADS / MBAN2 / MBAHCSN3 / MBAFLEX – (SEM 3)

PGDENMN /PGDFMN/ PGDHRMN / PGDHSMN / PGDIB /

PGDISMN / PGDMMN / PGDOMN / PGDPMN / PGDROMN /

PGDSCMN / PGDTQMN – (SEM 1)

SUBJECT CODE & NAME

MB0051 –LEGAL ASPECTS OF BUSINESS

BK ID B1725 CREDIT & MARKS 4 CREDITS, 60 MARKS

Q.No Questions Marks Total Marks

1 Write short notes with examples: a) Offer and acceptance b) Capacity to contract

A Offer and acceptance with examples Capacity to contract with examples

5 5

10

2 Discuss the rights and liabilities of a surety.

A Rights Liabilities

5 5

10

3 How is an agency formed? Discuss the classification of agents.

A Formation of agency Classification of agents

5 5

10

4 Discuss the registration of firm under section 58 of Indian Partnership Act, 1932. Explain what partnership deed is.

A Registration of firm Partnership deed

4 6

10

5 What do you mean by negotiable instruments? What are the various types of negotiable instruments recognized by the negotiable instruments act, 1881?

A Meaning types

3 7

10

6 Who is a consumer? Examine the rights of a consumer enshrined under the consumer protection act, 1986.

A Definition of consumer 3 10

Rights of consumers

7

*A-Answer

Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be

approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

ASSIGNMENT

DRIVE FALL 2013

PROGRAM/SEMESTER MBADS / MBAN2 / MBAHCSN3 / MBAFLEX – (SEM 3)

PGDENMN /PGDFMN/ PGDHRMN / PGDHSMN / PGDIB /

PGDISMN / PGDMMN / PGDOMN / PGDPMN / PGDROMN /

PGDSCMN / PGDTQMN – (SEM 1)

SUBJECT CODE &

NAME MB0050

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

BK ID B1700

CREDITS 4

MARKS 60

Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be

approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

Q.No Criteria Marks Total

Marks

1 Research is a sequential method of enquiry, directed towards a clear implicit or explicit

objective. Describe in detail the steps to be carried out in a typical research study.

Meaning of Research

Listing the steps

Explanation of the steps in a research study

2

2

6

10

2 Exploratory research designs are the simplest and most loosely structured research

designs. Explain the methods that can be used in an Exploratory research design.

Meaning of Exploratory research design

Methods and techniques

Explanation of the methods and techniques

2

2

6

10

3 The choice of the measurement scale has implications for the statistical technique to be

used for data analysis. Discuss the types of measurement scales with examples.

Meaning of Measurement scales

Types of Measurement scales

Examples

2

5

3

10

4 Explain the following:

(a) Formalized and unconcealed questionnaire

(b) Formalized and concealed questionnaire

(c) Non-formalized and unconcealed questionnaire

(d) Non-formalized and concealed questionnaire

Meaning of Questionnaire

Explanation of Formalized and unconcealed questionnaire

Explanation of Formalized and concealed questionnaire

Explanation of Non-formalized and unconcealed questionnaire

Explanation of Non-formalized and concealed questionnaire

2

2

2

2

2

10

5 a. Briefly explain the steps in Hypothesis testing.

b. It is known form past studies that the monthly average household expenditure on the

food items in a locality is Rs. 2700 with a standard deviation of Rs. 160. An

economist took a random sample of 25 households from the locality and found their

monthly household expenditure on food item to be Rs. 2790. At 0.01 level of

significance, can we conclude that the average household expenditure on the food

items is greater than Rs. 2700?

Steps in Hypothesis testing

Formula/ Calculation/ Solution to the problem

5

5

10

6 Explain the Structure of the Research Report. What are the guidelines for effective report

writing?

Explanation of the Structure of the Research Report

Guidelines for effective report writing

5

5

10

ASSIGNMENT

DRIVE FALL 2013

PROGRAM/SEMESTER MBADS – (SEM 3/SEM 5) / MBAN2 / MBAFLEX / (SEM 3)

PGDPMN – (SEM 1)

SUBJECT CODE & NAME PM 0010 – INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT

BK ID B1236

CREDIT & MARKS 4 CREDITS & 60 MARKS

Q.No Criteria Marks Total Marks

1 Summarise the project management processes involved in the monitoring and control

process group

A Description of project management processes

Analysis

examples

Conclusion

5 2 2 1

10

2 Elucidate the importance of communication in Project Management

A Need of effective communication

Communication for properly structured

project

How information must be communicated

Various types of communication in Project

Management

Conclusion

10( 2 marks each) 10

3 Explain the roles of project manager

A Understanding client requirements Understanding end user requirements Understanding project scope Understanding the design communicating

10 (2 marks each) 10

4 Explain the any FIVE types of contracts that are entered into in project procurement

A Any 5 of the following 1. Traditional lump sum fixed cost/time 2. Design + Construct or Turnkey

10( 2 marks each) 10

3. Design + Novate + Construct 4. Construction Management (CM), Project Management (PM) 5. On-call multitask contracting 6. Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) 7. Full cost reimbursable

5 Write short notes on Total Quality Management (TQM)

A 1. TQM concept and Factors of

Organisations

2. Aspects of Total Quality Management

3. Total Quality Management Focus Points

4. basic beliefs or tenets of TQM

5. Layers of Total Quality Management

System

10( 2 marks each) 10

6 Describe the various supports that the project management system provides.

A 1. Planning support

2. Cost support

3. Quality planning support

4. Estimating support

5. Scheduling support

6. Reporting support

7. Control support

Conclusion

8.75(1.25 marks each) 1.25

10

*A-Answer Note –Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

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ASSIGNMENT

DRIVE FALL 2013

PROGRAM/SEMESTER MBADS – (SEM 3/SEM 5) / MBAN2 / MBAFLEX / (SEM 3)

PGDPMN – (SEM 1)

SUBJECT CODE & NAME PM0011 – PROJECT PLANNING AND SCHEDULING

BK ID B1237

CREDIT & MARKS 4 CREDITS & 60 MARKS

Q.No Criteria Marks Total Marks

1 Explain the usefulness of WBS in cost control

A Definition or explanation 1

Principles of explanation Analysis Examples Conclusion

3 3 2 1

10

2 Explain the method to estimate cost and create Budget

A Estimate cost

major input required

tools and techniques used for

estimating cost of the various activities

outcome of the project

5

Create budget information required for determining the budget Tools and techniques outcomes

5 10

3 Explain the steps to draw a CPA chart

A List all activities in the plan Plot the activities as a circle and arrow diagram

10 ( 5 marks each) 10

4 Explain the different methods in solving linear programming problem

A Explanation of LP

Algorithms or classes of algorithms for

solving an LP

Special case of LP

3

4

3

10

5 Write short notes on process review report

A What the report should contain

What should be monitored and reviewed?

Comparison of Status and Progress The Project Peer Review

10( 2 marks each) 10

What the status reports do not reveal

6 Substantiate the impact of Life Cycle Costing on new product selection and strategy

A Explanation How life cycle cost differs from other costing methods Successful Projects Examples Implications

10( 2 marks each) 10

*A-Answer Note –Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

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ASSIGNMENT

DRIVE FALL 2013

PROGRAM/SEMESTER MBADS – (SEM 3/SEM 5) / MBAN2 / MBAFLEX / (SEM 3)

PGDPMN – (SEM 1)

SUBJECT CODE & NAME PM 0012 – PROJECT FINANCE & BUDGETING (4 CREDITS)

BK ID B1238

MARKS 60

Q.No Criteria Marks Total Marks

1 Evaluate the golden rules of project risk management.

A Description of 10 rules with Analysis, Examples and conclusion

10 ( 1 mark each) 10

2 Explain different types of discounted cash flows

A Internal Rate of Return (IRR)

Net Present Value (NPV)

Profitability Index (PI)

Conclusion

9(3 marks each) 1

10

3 What are the decisions to be considered while making capital investment?

A Objective function

Investment decision

Financing decision

Dividend decision

Valuation

10 ( 2marks each) 10

4 Explain IRR and WACC

A IRR

Explanation(why it is most useful aspect of

a project)

interpreting IRR

measurement of IRR

rule for interpolating the value of IRR

example

5

WACC

explanation

5 10

Businesses frequently discount cash flows

at WACC

Interpreting WACC

Example

formula

5 What is sensitivity analysis?

A Explanation (why it is called ‘simulation analysis’) Application of Sensitivity Analysis Purpose of Sensitivity Analysis Performance of Sensitivity Analysis Risks and Assumptions Conclusion

1 2 2 2 2 1

10

6 Analyse the parametric cost estimation

A Explanation

Parametric Cost Estimating Process

Sources of Data for Parametric Cost

Estimation

Cost and Price Analysis

Estimate Reliability

Analysis Examples Conclusion

5 2 2 1

10

*A-Answer Note –Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

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ASSIGNMENT

DRIVE FALL 2013

PROGRAM/SEMESTER MBADS – (SEM 3/SEM 5) / MBAN2 / MBAFLEX / (SEM 3)

PGDPMN – (SEM 1)

SUBJECT CODE & NAME PM 0013 – MANAGING HUMAN RESOURCES IN PROJECTS (4 CREDITS)

BK ID B1239

MARKS 60

Q.No Criteria Marks Total Marks

1 List and explain a few Business related competencies of a Project Manager

A Composure

Aptitude to Manage Conflict

Decision-Making Ability

Influences Others

Motivates Others

Inspires Ownership and Commitment

Problem Solving Ability

Strategic Communicator

Capacity to Execute

Budget and Fiscal Capacity

Contracting Process

Defining Work

Managing Project Parameters

Project Planning

Project Performance

10( write any 10 points ,1 mark each)

10

2 How would you develop competencies necessary for leadership in an organization

A 1. capability to conceptualize the likely

deliverables of the project

2. an optimistic attitude that prevails and

causes the project manager to deal

effectively

3. having a tough skin and accepting the

inevitable faultfinding or blame that can

come in the management of a project

4. empower the project team members

10 (1.25 marks each) 10

and, as appropriate, the project

stakeholders as well

5. the ability to assume risks in the

management of the project.

6. the ability and the courage to make

decisions involving the project

7. tenacity – or persistence in holding to a

position regarding the project

8. the ability to mentor, teach, coach, and

guide the people using resources on the

project

3 Explain Responsibility Assignment Matrix

A Explanation of Responsibility Assignment

Matrix(RAM),Specific type of RAM

Creation of matrix(steps)

four key responsibilities

2 4 4

10

4 What are the challenges towards effective teamwork in a virtual environment?

A 1. Individual: Social Isolation

2. Team Opacity

3. Individual, Team, and Organizational

Factors:

4. Communication

5. Trust

10 (2 marks each) 10

5 What are the inputs required and tools and techniques for managing stakeholder

expectations

A Inputs

Stakeholder register

Stakeholder management strategy

Project management plan

Issues log

Change log

Organisational process assets

Tools and techniques

Communication methods

Interpersonal skills

6 4

10

6 What are the steps you would follow to create competencies in an organization?

A Defining core competency

Identifying core competencies

Inventorying organizational

competencies

Determining the organizational

competencies that are core

Developing core competencies

10 ( 2 marks each) 10

*A-Answer Note –Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

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