Instruction for Submission of Assignment M.B.A. (Executive ...

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Instruction for Submission of Assignment

M.B.A. (Executive/Distance Mode)

Last date of Assignment submission: 10th March 2014

These Assignments are to be submitted only by those students who have

registered for the examinations to be held in April / May 2014.

Students are advised to check on a regular basis:-

� The Distance Education link on the Shivaji University website at

www.unishivaji.ac.in and

� Their e-mails for regular updates (if any).

Sr. No.

Description Page

No.

01 Instructions for submission of assignments. 2

02 General instructions 3

03 Study Centre addresses with guidelines for sending by courier /

Speed Post. 4

04 Cover page format 5

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MBA – I (Semester II) Assignments

(Common for Distance & Executive modes)

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MBA – II (Semester IV) Assignments � Compulsory subjects common for Distance & Executive modes.

� Electives

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MBA – II (Semester III) Assignments � Compulsory subjects common for Distance & Executive modes.

� Electives

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08 MBA – I (Semester I) Assignments

(Common for Distance & Executive modes)

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Instructions for Assignment submission Please note following instructions for submission of Assignments: 1 These Assignments should be submitted only by those students who have registered

for the examinations to be held in April/May 2014. 2. Other than the elective papers, assignments are common for MBA-Distance mode

course and the MBA (Executive)-Distance mode course. 3. Assignments should be submitted only for the relevant semester(s). For example, Students registered for MBA-I (Semester I) in July 2013, should submit assignments

only for semester II. Students registered for MBA-II (Semester III) in July 2013 , should submit assignments

for semester IV along with any other previous assignments of subjects that the student has not obtained passing marks.

4. For each subject’s assignment the maximum marks obtainable are 20. For each subject’s assignment:-

� There will be three main questions for 10 marks each. � Students have to answer any two main questions for a maximum of 20 marks.

5. For each course/paper/subject, assignment should be hand written on a separate

sheet. Only blue colored ink is to be used for assignment writing. 6. Only A4 size paper is to be used for assignment writing. 7. A separate set should be made for each subject (for example for Semester I, a total of 8

sets, one set per subject). 8. A cover page as per the format given below on page number 5 should be attached on

the top of the set for each subject. 9. Finally for a particular semester, one file should be made for each group of 8 sets

(subjects). In case a student has to submit assignments for more than one semester then he/she

has to make a separate file for each such semester. 10. Submit assignments to the Centre Coordinator of the respective study centre. It is the

student’s responsibility to ensure that the assignments reach the concerned study center on or before the due date. No excuses of any kind for late or non-submission of assignments will be entertained.

Irrespective of where a student attends the contact sessions, the student should submit

his/her assignment(s) only to the centre coordinator of the respective study centre which had been allotted to them for Semester I.

If a student is unable to submit the assignment(s) in person, the student may at his / her own risk submit the assignment(s) through an acquaintance, fellow student or by courier. If assignments are sent by Speed Post / courier, at the top of the envelope the student should clearly write in BOLD letters “ASSIGNMENT FOR MBA (DISTANCE EDUCATION)”

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General Instructions

a) Please note that there are separate heads of passing for internal assignments (Term Work) and university examinations (Theory Written), and a student has to obtain at least 8 marks out of 20 marks in internal assignments and 32 marks out of 80 marks in university examinations with a minimum total of 40 % in each subject.

b) In addition, to pass the course a student has to obtain a minimum of 50 % marks in aggregate in all 32 subjects of the four semesters taken together.

c) Students are advised that improvement in assignment marks is not permitted at a later stage once the student gets the minimum passing marks or more (i.e. 8+ marks). Hence the students are advised to try to score the maximum on the first attempt.

d) Assignments should not be copied, should be clear, legible, well presented.

e) Illustrate your answer by giving suitable examples.

f) Draw graphs or diagrams wherever necessary.

g) Students are advised that in case two or more students’ assignments are too similar

in content, nature, the study center co-ordinator would at his / her discretion decide

on the quantum of marks to awarded, irrespective of how good the submitted

assignments are. It is more than likely that the minimum possible marks (if any) may

be awarded to all such involved assignments.

h) Students are also advised to quote sources (if any) of data, facts, sketches,

drawings etc in their assignments.

i) In case of any query contact the MBA Coordinator. Centre for Distance Education Shivaji University Kolhapur. Telephone: - (0231) 2693871, 2693771 E-mail: [email protected]

j) Registration for the examinations to be held in April / May 2014 have to be done

within 15 days from the date of declaration of the November / December 2013

examination results.

Students would not be informed individually for registration.

Last date of submission of assignment March 10th 2013

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Addresses of the Study Centres:-

Course Study Centre

Coordinator

MBA (Executive) Distance Mode

M.B.A. Unit, Centre For Distance Education, New Building, Near Gate.No.6, Shivaji University Campus, Vidyanagar, KOLHAPUR – 416 014, Maharashtra State

Mr. Vinayak S Salokhe (0231) 2693771, 2693871

MBA Distance Mode

MBA Distance Mode

Vivekanand College, 2130, ‘E’ Tarabai Park, Kolhapur 416 003, Maharashtra State

Dr. N.Y.Rajeshirke (0231)2658612, 2658840

MBA Distance Mode

Vasantdada Patil Institute of Management Studies & Research, Sangli-Miraj Road, Wanlesswadi, Sangli 416 414, Maharashtra State

Mr. M.M.Samudre (0233) 2211467

MBA Distance Mode

Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil Institute of Management Studies & Research, Survey No. 467, 468/2, Varye, Satara 415 015, Maharashtra State

Mr. M.B. Bhosale (02162) 230011

If a student is unable to submit the assignment(s) in person, the student may at his / her own risk submit the assignment(s) through an acquaintance, fellow student or by courier. If assignments are sent by Speed Post / courier, at the top of the envelope the student should clearly write in BOLD letters “ASSIGNMENT FOR MBA (DISTANCE EDUCATION)”

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Cover Page

1. Name of Study Centre: __________________________________________

2. Name of the Candidate: __________________________________________

3. Exam Seat Number:

4. Contact number:

5. Address: _____________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________

__________________________ PINCODE ________________

6. Course: MBA-I/II (Semester- _______) Executive / Distance.

7. Name of Subject: ________________________________________________

8. Date of Submission of Assignments:- ________________________________

9. Signature of Student:- __________________________________________

10. Marks obtained out of 20:- __________________________________________

11. Signature of Evaluator of Assignment:- ________________________________

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CENTRE FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION

SHIVAJI UNIVERSITY, KOLHAPUR

MBA (Executive) Distance & MBA Distance Mode

Assignment Questions

MBA - I / Semester – II

General Instructions for all subjects

1. All question carry equal marks, 10 each.

2. Attempt any Two Questions out of three from each paper.

3. Total Marks 20 for each paper.

Q.1. Define the term Marketing management. Discuss core concepts of marketing with

example.

Q.2. Explain Marketing research process and comment on scope of marketing research.

Q.3. Explain different factors influencing consumer behavior in detail

Q.1. What do you mean by ‘Financial Management’? Explain role and functions of Finance

Manger in the Organization.

Q.2. Comment on Types of Budget.

Q.3. Explain the concept of working capital. What are the factors determining working

capital requirements of a firm?

Marketing Management

42131/42419

Financial Management

42132 / 42420

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Q.1. Explain the process of Human Resource Planning. Discuss the Human Resource

Planning in your organization or an organization you are familiar with.

Q.2. Define recruitment and comment on Placement-Induction-Programme. Q.3. Write notes on

a) TQM in HRM b) Collective Bargaining

Q.1. Define Production management. Discuss nature and scope of Production management.

Q.2. What is maintenance management. Explain different types of maintenance

Q.3. Explain different types of Plant Layout.

Q. 1. Briefly describe application of MIS in any 3 functional units of an organization.

Q.2 Comment on: ‘Information as Strategic Resource’ for achieving competitive

advantage and explain SDLC.

Q .3. Write a detailed note on Executive Support Systems (ESS).

Human Resource Management

42133 / 42421

Production and operations Management

42134 / 42422

Management Information Systems

42135 / 42423

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Q.1) A) Define Operations Research .Discuss the significance of Operations Research in

Modern Management .

B) Use the graphical method to solve the following LP Problem.

Maximize z = 2x1 + x2

Subject to the constraints

x1 + 2 x2 ≤ 10

x1 + x2 ≤ 6

x1 + 2 x2 ≤ 2

x1 + 2 x2 ≤ 1

x1 ≥ 0, x2 ≥ 0

Q.2) A) Use simplex method to solve the following L.P.P.

Maximize z = 5x1 + 3 x2

Subject to the constraints

3x1 + 5x2 ≤ 15

6x1 + 2x2 ≤ 24

x1, x2 > 0

B) Determine the transportation schedule so that cost is minimized. Use North West

Corner Rule method to solve the problem.

D1 D2 D3 Supply

S1 8 5 6 120

S2 15 10 12 80

S3 3 09 10 80

Demand 74 42 27 49

Application of Operations Research Methodology in Management

42136 / 42424

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Q.3) A) The following table lists the jobs of a network with their estimates.

Task Duration

Optimistic (to) Most likely (tm) Pessimistic (tp) A 3 6 15

B 2 5 14

C 6 12 30

D 2 5 8

E 5 11 17

F 3 6 15

G 3 9 27

H 1 4 7

I 4 19 28

Determine

a) Expected task times and variance

b) The critical path

B) Explain the Optimistic time, pessimistic time and most likely time

Q.1. What do you mean by research. Explain process of research in detail.

Q.2. Explain the different types research designs.

Q.3. write notes on

a) Primary Data b) Scaling Techniques

Q.1. State the interrelationship between Agriculture and Industry.

Q.2. Explain RBI’s Monetary Policy.

Q.3. Write notes on

a) Balance of Payments (BOP) b) Role of MNC’s in Developing Counties

Application of Research Methodology in Management

42137 / 42425

Business & Economic Environment

42138 / 42426

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MBA(Executive) Distance & MBA (Distance Mode)


MBA - II / Semester – IV

General Instructions for all subjects

1. All question carry equal marks, 10 marks for each question.

2. Attempt any two Questions out of three from each paper.

3. Total Marks 20 for each paper.

Q.1. Explain role of DIC in the Entrepreneurship Development

Q.2. Describe institutional support to women entrepreneurship.

Q.3. Notable entrepreneurs in the Indian subcontinent, briefly discuss their achievements &

characteristics with examples.

Q.1. Define Management control System. Comment on Management Control Process and

Strategic Planning.

Q.2. Discuss –

i) Cost Audit and Management Audit.

ii) Management control in Non- profit organization.

Q.3. Define standard costing & variance analysis. Explain components of standard cost.

Compulsory Subjects

Entrepreneurship and project Management

42355/42407

Management Control Systems

42356/42408

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Q.1 What are the different environmental factors affecting International Business & explain

their relevance to formulation of business strategy?

Q.2 Write notes on

a)NAFTA & ASEAN. b) IMF

Q.3 Write in detail different types of Investment Theories.

International Marketing

42415

Q.1. Define Advertisement. Explain 5 M’s of advertising in detail.

Q.2. Write notes on

a) Methods of pricing in international markets. b) Global Product Positioning

Q.3. Describe the Export procedure to be followed by Indian exporters?

Case Studies in Marketing Management

42416/

Q.1. Explain the steps involved in case analysis in Marketing Management.

Q.2. Solve case no. 4 from unit no. 7 from SIM on Case Studies in Marketing Management.

Q.3. Solve case no. 5 from unit no. 7 from SIM on Case Studies in Marketing Management.

International Business

42357/ 42409

{Elective (A)} Marketing Management

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International Finance.

58375

Q.1. Discuss scope and importance of International finance.

Q.2. Explain financial exchange market. Discuss various Types of transactions.

Q.3. Write short notes on:

i) Exim-Import Financing mechanism

ii) Foreign Direct Investment.

iii) International Banking.

Case Studies in Finance.

58376

Q.1) Explain the importance of case study method

Q.2) Solve Case 7.7 Case on Raj Hardware Company Ltd.

Q.3) Solve Case 7.5 case from SIM on Abc Finance Ltd.

{Elective (B)} Financial Management

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HRM in International Perspective.

42413/ 42367

Q.1. Discuss the various approaches adopted by multinational corporations for the recruitment

of employees. Give suitable examples.

Q.2. Discuss in detail need and applications of HR Information system in the organization.

Q.3. Write notes on

a) Distinguish between Traditional HRM and IHRM. b) Ethical issues in HRM

Case studies in HRM.

42414/ 42368

Q.1. Solve any 2 case studies given in the self instructional material. (Unit No- 7)

World Class Manufacturing.

42417

Q.1. Discuss World Class manufacturing environment & elaborate on the role of IT in

World Class Manufacturing.

Q.2. Explain (JIT) Just In Time & the KANBAN System.

Q.3. Write short notes on

a) ISO 9000 & QS 9000 System. b) CAD/CAM

{Elective (C)} Human Resource Management

{Elective (D)} Production & Operations

Management

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- Case Studies in Production Management.

42418

Q.1 Solve any 2 case studies given in the self instructional material. (Unit No- 7)

Risk Management(42361)

Q.1. What do you mean by ‘Risk’? Explain Meaning and objectives of risk management.

Q.2 What is Insurance? Explain characteristics and benefits to the society of insurance.

Q.3. Elaborate the impact of globalization on Indian Insurance Market.

Case Studies in Insurance and Risk Management.(42362)

Q.1. Ms. Lata is a renowned singer. She is going for a tour to Bangkok for one week. She

wants to insure herself against various hazards which may occur during the tour. As a

manager, you have been asked to suggest the type of policy that would suit her

requirements. Also give your justification for the suggestion.

Q.2. Mr. Sachin is playing cricket for the team since last two decades. He has already insured

himself with a life insurance policy. He is paying annual premium of Rs.1Lakh. But due

to the injuries over the last few months, he is unable to play for the country. Now he

wants to be insured against these injuries and the loss of revenue because of not being

able to play the game for the country. You are required to analyze the above case and

advise him whether he can get such insurance. If yes, what are the requirements for such

Insurance?

Q.3. Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) was the only dominant player in the Indian life

insurance industry. But since the last decade, there has been a sea change in the life

insurance industry in India. Due to advent of globalization, the dominance of the LIC has

declined and lot of private as well as foreign players are coming to grab the insurance

market in India. According to the official sources, LIC is still leader in the market.

{Elective (E)} Insurance & Risk Management

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The number of policies & premiums are more than any other companies. But still it

is believed that the market share of LIC has declined to a great extent. You are asked to

analyze the case and discuss the challenges being faced as well as opportunities to be

explored.

Industrial Management – SEMESTER IV ( Executive)

Elective 4 - Industrial Marketing.(42363)

Q.1. Explain Industrial Marketing and how different is it from Consumer marketing?

Q.2. Discuss the various types of Industrial Intermediaries.

Q.3. Analyze in brief the external environment of Industrial Marketing. Describe the

factors affecting pricing decisions for Industrial Products.

Elective 5 - Case Studies in Industrial Management.(42364)

Q.1. Solve any 2 case studies given in the self instructional material. (Unit No- 7)

Management of Higher Education – SEM IV ( Executive)

Elective 4 – Governance & Quality of Higher Education (42365)

Q.1. Explain the meaning and concept of Total Quality Management (TQM). How does

Participatory Management contribute towards team Building and its

empowerment?

Q.2 Explain the meaning, objectives and functions of Distance Education, Keeping in mind

the Characteristics of Distance Education. What are the main changes in regard to

Distance Teaching and Learning?

Q.3 Write Notes on

a) Forms and Characteristics of D.E.

b) Changing Attitude towards Learning and Teaching.

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Elective 5 - Case Studies in Higher Education (42366)

Q.1. Explain the concept of cases. Differentiate among the different Types of cases in the

area of Management of Higher Education.

Q.2. Take up a short case from the field of Higher Education, analyze And interpret it

keeping in mind the steps for case solution.

Q.3. What are the steps involved in the solution of case in Higher Education? What

precautions should be taken while analyzing and interpreting cases?

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M.B.A. I Sem I


General Instructions for all subjects 1. All question carry equal marks, 10 each. 2. Attempt any 2 Questions out of 3 from each paper. 3. Total Marks 20 for each paper.

Q: 1) Define the term Organizational Behavior. Explain the different models of Organizational

Behavior .

Q: 2) Define the term Learning? What are the various types of Learning?

Q: 3) What is Motivation? Critically examine the Theory X & Y Motivation.

Q: 1) What are the different Challenges & responsibilities of Manager’s in today’s cut- throat

competition.

Q: 2) Explain the term Social Responsibility. Different aspects of enterprise social

responsibility.

Q: 3) Describe the basic elements of an effective MBO program.

Q: 1) How does Managerial Economics helps business managers in performing their

Functions?

Q: 2) What is elasticity of demand? Explain various types of demand elasticity?

Subject: Organizational Behavior

Subject: Principles of Management

Subject: Managerial Economics

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Q: 3) What is break even analysis? Describe with the help of break even chart.

Q: 1) What is the meaning of Communication in relation to an Organization? Discuss

function of communication in an Organization.

Q: 2) Prepare a format for Submitting monthly sales Report by salesman to sales

executives.

Q: 3) Define the term ‘Learning’ & explain the steps involved in the learning.

Q: 1) Define Accounting & explain the different functions of Accounting.

Q: 2) Write short note on: (i) Money Measurement Concept.

(ii) Capital Gearing Ration.

(iii) BEP

Q: 3) Explain the different methods of Costing.

Q: 1) Explain the Advantage & Disadvantages of the Internet.

Q: 2) Explain the detail the different types of Internet Protocols.

Q: 3) Describe ‘LAN’ giving an example. What are the distinguishing features of LAN?

Subject: Business Communication

Subject: Accounting & Finance for Managers

Subject: IT for Management

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Q: 1) Define a company and explain its characteristic features in detail.

Q: 2) Discuss the powers and restrictions of directors under the Companies Act, 1956.

Q: 3) Examine the different types of negotiable instruments.

Q: 1) Find the domain of the functions.

a)

b) │

c) y=

d) +

Q: 2 Find the Derivative of the Following functions.

a)

b)

c)

d) 1)

Q: 3) Compute the interest on Rs.4000/- for 1½ years at 10% p.a. compounded half yearly.

Subject: Business Law

Subject: Mathematics & Statistics for Management

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M.B.A. II Sem (III) Assignments

Corporate Planning & Strategic management

Q: 1) Define the term Strategy. Explain in detail different types of strategies with proper

examples.

Q: 2) Define ‘Business Environment’. Explain the components of Business Environment.

Q: 3) Explain the concept of Organization Change & Discuss the factors responsible for

Organizational Change.

Business Ethics and Professional Values

Q: 1) Define the term ethics. Write the important traditional theories and their application in

modern business

Q: 2) Explain the Social responsibility of the business

Q: 3) Write short notes

a) Consumerism and Ethics

b) Ethics in Advertising

Compulsory Subjects

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Paper – I Sales & Distribution Management

Q: 1) Define sales management. Explain different functions of sales management in the

organization.

Q: 2) Explain the role of retailer and explain different marketing strategies.


a) Supply chain management.

b) Sales audit.

Paper – II Advertising Management & Consumer Behavior

Q: 1) What do you mean by Advertisement? Explain in detail advertising budget with proper

example.

Q: 2) What is consumer buying process? Discuss the various steps of consumer buying process.

Q: 3) What is Personality? How does personality influence consumer Behaviors?

Paper – III Marketing in Special Fields

Q: 1) What do you mean by Marketing Mix? Elaborate Marketing Mix for services organization

with example.

Q: 2) Explain difference between Rural & Urban Marketing

Q: 3) Discuss Marketing of Agricultural inputs with reference to seeds.

{Elective (A)} Marketing Management

Elective Subjects

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Paper – I Indian Financial System

Q: 1) Explain the overview of Indian Financial System.

Q: 2) Explain the features of primary markets.


a) Venture capital funding Process

b) Management of mutual funds.

Paper – II Project Planning & Financial Decision Analysis

Q: 1) What is demand Forecasting? Explain various methods of demand Forecasting.

Q: 2) Write a detailed rote on appraisal of term loan proposal by Banks or Financial Institutions

Q: 3) What is an Industrial Sickness? Explain the causes of Industrial Sickness

Paper – III Investment Management

Q: 1) Explain the concept of Investment. Distinguish between investment & speculation.

Q: 2) Write Short notes

a) Zero Interest Bond.

b) Real Assets.

Q: 3) What do you mean by Portfolio Analysis? Explain Shape’s model of Portfolio.

{Elective (B)} Financial Management

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Paper – I Human Resource Planning & Procurement

Q: 1) Discuss in detail Approaches to Development of HR Strategies.

Q: 2) Define Human Resource Planning & discuss its salient features of HRP.


a) Job design

b) Employment Exchange

c) Strategic HRM

Paper – II Developing & Utilizing Human Resource

Q: 1) What do you mean by Management Development? Discuss the methods of Management

Development.

Q: 2) Define the term Performance Appraisal. Explain in detail modern methods of appraisal.


a) Learning Curve

b) Types of Promotion

Paper – III Industrial Relations & Integration on Human Resource.

Q: 1) Explain process of collective bargaining.


a) Quality of work life.

b) Lock-outs

Q: 3) Discuss in a detail causes & types of Industrial disputes.

{Elective (C)} Human Resource Management

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Paper – I Industrial Engineering

Q: 1) What is productivity? Discus in detail factors affecting productivity.


a) Works Study

b) Method Study

c) Work Measurement

Q: 3) Calculate standard time for following data.

Mean Observed time for assembly.. 9munites

Performance rating 110%

Personal allowance 7%

Paper – II Purchase & Supply Management

Q: 1) Explain the concept of ‘Material Management’. What is the role of purchasing & Supply

management in business?

Q: 2) Define – T.Q.M. and T.P.M.

Q: 3) Explain in detail about decision and Make or buy?

Paper – III Total Quality Management

Q: 1) What is Total Quality Management? Explain components of Total Quality Management.


a) ISO 9000

b) Quality Costs

Q: 3) What is quality assurance? Distinguish between Quality assurance & Quality control.

{Elective (D)} Production & Operations

Management

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Paper – I Life Insurance

Q: 1) Explain the concept of double insurance.

Q: 2) Explain the concept of Life Insurance process.


a) Endowment Policy

b) Determinates of risk in Life Insurance

Paper – II General Insurance

Q: 1) What is Insurance? Explain various types of Insurance.


a) Marine Insurance

b) Rights of Insurer

Q: 3) What are the types of Motor Insurance? Discuss in detail

Paper – III Legal & Regulatory Framework of Insurance Business

Q: 1) Describe various areas of regulations of insurance in India.

Q: 2) What are the essential required for the General Contract?

Q: 3) Short Notes

a) Relief Fund

b) Duties and power of Authority.

{Elective (E)} Insurance & Risk Management

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Paper – I Industrial Organization

Q: 1) Define the term Organization Structure. Discuss in detail matrix organization structure &

live staff organization structure.

Q: 2) Discuss the object & scope of the Industrial Dispute Act 1947.


a) Collective Bargaining.

b) Social Security

c) PF Act 1952

Paper – II Factory Organization and Management

Q: 1) Define plant layout. Explain different types of plant layout.

Q: 2) Explain the important of method study in the organization.

Q: 3) What is the Quality circle? Explain its importance and objectives.

Paper – III Material Management

Q: 1) What is Material management? Explain important of Material Management in the

organization.

Q: 2) Discuss in detail functions of purchase department in the organization.


a) LIFO & FIFO

b) Sources of Pollution.

{Elective (F)} Industrial Management

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Paper – I Higher Education: A Retrospect & Perspective

Q: 1) Discuss objectives and philosophy of Higher Education.


a) Virtual classroom

b) Higher Education and Women Empowerment .

Q: 3) Explain concept of Sustainable development with special reference to Higher Education.

Paper – II Globalization & Economic of Higher Education

Q: 1) Explain Globalization of Higher Education in detail.

Q: 2) Discuss need and importance of unit cost in Higher Education


a) Autonomy and Quality of Higher Education

b) Educational Scholarship

Paper - III An Introduction to the legal Aspects of Higher Education

Q: 1) Describe the role of International Organization in Higher Education


a) UGC

b) NCTE

Q: 3) Write Power and Functions’ of Charity Commissioner

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{Elective (G)} Management of Higher Education

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