Instruction for Submission of Assignment M.B.A. (Executive/Distance Mode)

Instruction for Submission of Assignment M.B.A. (Executive/Distance Mode) Last date of Assignment submission: 10 th 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). Page Description Sr. No. 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 05 MBA I (Semester II) Assignments (Common for Distance & Executive modes) 6 06 07 MBA II (Semester IV) Assignments Compulsory subjects common for Distance & Executive modes. Electives MBA II (Semester III) Assignments Compulsory subjects common for Distance & Executive modes. Electives 11 17 08 MBA I (Semester I) Assignments (Common for Distance & Executive modes) 20 Page 1 of 27

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) Page 2 of 27

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: cde@unishivaji.ac.in 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 10 th 2013 Page 3 of 27

Addresses of the Study Centres:- Course Study Centre Coordinator MBA (Executive) Distance Mode MBA Mode Distance 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 Mode Distance Vivekanand College, 2130, E Tarabai Park, Kolhapur 416 003, Maharashtra State Dr. N.Y.Rajeshirke (0231)2658612, 2658840 MBA Mode Distance Vasantdada Patil Institute of Management Studies & Research, Sangli-Miraj Road, Wanlesswadi, Sangli 416 414, Maharashtra State Mr. M.M.Samudre (0233) 2211467 MBA Mode Distance Karmaveer Bhaurao Patil Institute Management Studies & Research, Survey No. 467, 468/2, Varye, Satara 415 015, Maharashtra State of 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) Page 4 of 27

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:- Page 5 of 27

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. Marketing Management 42131/42419 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 Financial Management 42132 / 42420 Q.1. What do you mean by Financial Management? Explain role and functions of Finance Manger in the Organization. Q.2. Q.3. Comment on Types of Budget. Explain the concept of working capital. What are the factors determining working capital requirements of a firm? Page 6 of 27

Human Resource Management 42133 / 42421 Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. Explain the process of Human Resource Planning. Discuss the Human Resource Planning in your organization or an organization you are familiar with. Define recruitment and comment on Placement-Induction-Programme. Write notes on a) TQM in HRM b) Collective Bargaining Production and operations Management 42134 / 42422 Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. Define Production management. Discuss nature and scope of Production management. What is maintenance management. Explain different types of maintenance Explain different types of Plant Layout. Management Information Systems 42135 / 42423 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). Page 7 of 27

Application of Operations Research Methodology in Management 42136 / 42424 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 = 2x 1 + x 2 Subject to the constraints x 1 + 2 x 2 10 x 1 + x 2 6 x 1 + 2 x 2 2 x 1 + 2 x 2 1 x 1 0, x 2 0 Q.2) A) Use simplex method to solve the following L.P.P. Maximize z = 5x 1 + 3 x 2 Subject to the constraints 3x 1 + 5x 2 15 6x 1 + 2x 2 24 x 1, x 2 > 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 Page 8 of 27

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 Application of Research Methodology in Management 42137 / 42425 Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. What do you mean by research. Explain process of research in detail. Explain the different types research designs. write notes on a) Primary Data b) Scaling Techniques Business & Economic Environment 42138 / 42426 Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. State the interrelationship between Agriculture and Industry. Explain RBI s Monetary Policy. Write notes on a) Balance of Payments (BOP) b) Role of MNC s in Developing Counties Page 9 of 27

CENTRE FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION SHIVAJI UNIVERSITY, KOLHAPUR MBA(Executive) Distance & MBA (Distance Mode) Assignment Questions 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. Compulsory Subjects Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. Entrepreneurship and project Management 42355/42407 Explain role of DIC in the Entrepreneurship Development Describe institutional support to women entrepreneurship. Notable entrepreneurs in the Indian subcontinent, briefly discuss their achievements & characteristics with examples. Management Control Systems 42356/42408 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. Page 10 of 27

International Business 42357/ 42409 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. {Elective (A)} Marketing Management International Marketing 42415 Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. Define Advertisement. Explain 5 M s of advertising in detail. Write notes on a) Methods of pricing in international markets. b) Global Product Positioning Describe the Export procedure to be followed by Indian exporters? Case Studies in Marketing Management 42416/ Explain the steps involved in case analysis in Marketing Management. Solve case no. 4 from unit no. 7 from SIM on Case Studies in Marketing Management. Solve case no. 5 from unit no. 7 from SIM on Case Studies in Marketing Management. Page 11 of 27

{Elective (B)} Financial Management Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. International Finance. 58375 Discuss scope and importance of International finance. Explain financial exchange market. Discuss various Types of transactions. 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. Page 12 of 27

{Elective (C)} Human Resource Management 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) {Elective (D)} Production & Operations Management Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. World Class Manufacturing. 42417 Discuss World Class manufacturing environment & elaborate on the role of IT in World Class Manufacturing. Explain (JIT) Just In Time & the KANBAN System. Write short notes on a) ISO 9000 & QS 9000 System. b) CAD/CAM Page 13 of 27

- Case Studies in Production Management. 42418 Q.1 Solve any 2 case studies given in the self instructional material. (Unit No- 7) {Elective (E)} Insurance & Risk Management 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. Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. Case Studies in Insurance and Risk Management.(42362) 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. 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? 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. Page 14 of 27

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) Q.1. Q.2. Q.3. Elective 4 - Industrial Marketing.(42363) Explain Industrial Marketing and how different is it from Consumer marketing? Discuss the various types of Industrial Intermediaries. 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. Page 15 of 27

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? Page 16 of 27

CENTRE FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION SHIVAJI UNIVERSITY, KOLHAPUR MBA (Executive) Distance & MBA Distance Mode M.B.A. I Sem I Assignment Questions 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. Subject: Organizational Behavior 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. Subject: Principles of Management 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. Subject: Managerial Economics 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? Page 17 of 27

Q: 3) What is break even analysis? Describe with the help of break even chart. Subject: Business Communication 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. Subject: Accounting & Finance for Managers 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. Subject: IT for Management 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? Page 18 of 27

Subject: Business Law 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. Subject: Mathematics & Statistics for Management 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. Page 19 of 27

CENTRE FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION SHIVAJI UNIVERSITY, KOLHAPUR MBA (Executive) Distance & MBA Distance Mode M.B.A. II Sem (III) Assignments Compulsory Subjects 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 Page 20 of 27

Elective Subjects {Elective (A)} Marketing Management 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. Q: 3) Write short notes 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. Page 21 of 27

{Elective (B)} Financial Management Paper I Indian Financial System Q: 1) Explain the overview of Indian Financial System. Q: 2) Explain the features of primary markets. Q: 3) Write short notes 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. Page 22 of 27

{Elective (C)} Human Resource Management 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. Q: 3) Write Short notes 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. Q: 3) Write Short notes a) Learning Curve b) Types of Promotion Paper III Industrial Relations & Integration on Human Resource. Q: 1) Explain process of collective bargaining. Q: 2) Write short notes a) Quality of work life. b) Lock-outs Q: 3) Discuss in a detail causes & types of Industrial disputes. Page 23 of 27

{Elective (D)} Production & Operations Management Paper I Industrial Engineering Q: 1) What is productivity? Discus in detail factors affecting productivity. Q: 2) Write short notes 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. Q: 2) Write short notes a) ISO 9000 b) Quality Costs Q: 3) What is quality assurance? Distinguish between Quality assurance & Quality control. Page 24 of 27

{Elective (E)} Insurance & Risk Management Paper I Life Insurance Q: 1) Explain the concept of double insurance. Q: 2) Explain the concept of Life Insurance process. Q: 3) Write short notes a) Endowment Policy b) Determinates of risk in Life Insurance Paper II General Insurance Q: 1) What is Insurance? Explain various types of Insurance. Q: 2) Write short notes 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. Page 25 of 27

{Elective (F)} Industrial Management 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. Q: 3) Write short notes 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. Q: 3) Write short notes a) LIFO & FIFO b) Sources of Pollution. Page 26 of 27

{Elective (G)} Management of Higher Education Paper I Higher Education: A Retrospect & Perspective Q: 1) Discuss objectives and philosophy of Higher Education. Q: 2) Write short notes 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 Q: 3) Write short notes 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 Q: 2) Write short notes a) UGC b) NCTE Q: 3) Write Power and Functions of Charity Commissioner Page 27 of 27