Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad B.Tech III MANAGEMENT SCIENCE Previous Question Paper (November/December - 2017 - R13)
Part A is compulsory which carries 25 marks. Answer all questions in Part A. Part B consists of 5 Units. Answer any one full question from each unit. Each question carries 10 marks.
Part A
Explain in short notes on the following concepts:
Management as a function.
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Management as a function refers to the process of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling the resources of an organization to achieve its goals efficiently and effectively. It is a continuous, dynamic process involving the coordination of human and material resources.
Decentralisation.
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Decentralisation is the systematic delegation of authority to the lower levels of management in an organization. It reduces the burden on top management, encourages initiative among subordinates, and facilitates faster decision-making by placing authority closer to the point of action.
Significance of Good Plant Layout.
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Control charts.
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JIT system.
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Concept of HRM.
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Recruitment.
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Transfer.
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Activity.
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Balanced Score Card.
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Part B
Discuss the Systems approach to the study of management.
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Bring out Henry Fayol's contribution to the science of management.
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Distinguish between theory X and theory Y. Which theory do you think would work best in most situations?
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Explain the features, merits and demerits of Autocratic leadership style.
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State the features of different methods of production.
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Define the term 'Work Study' and explain its objectives and benefits.
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What is Statistical Quality control? What are its advantages?
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Illustrate the stages in Product Life cycle with the help of a diagram.
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What is Manpower planning? Discuss its objectives.
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Explain in brief the steps involved in Selection procedure.
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Explain the relative merits and demerits of Seniority and Merit as the basis of promotion.
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What is a 'Grievance'? Discuss the various causes for grievances and the methodology of their redressal.
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What are the applications of Networks?
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Differentiate between CPM and PERT.
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Distinguish between Total float, Free float and Independent float.
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What is crashing in CPM technique?
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Briefly explain the terms 'Goals' 'Objectives' and 'Policy'.
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Outline the vital components of the Corporate Planning process.
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What do you understand by Value Chain analysis?
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What is meant by Bench marking? How is it helpful for business development?
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