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JNTU B.Tech III FUNDAMENTALS OF MANAGEMENT Previous Question Paper (March - 2024 - R16)
Note: i) Question paper consists of Part A, Part B. ii) Part A is compulsory, which carries 25 marks. In Part A, answer all questions. iii) In Part B, Answer any one question from each unit. Each question carries 10 marks and may have a, b as sub questions.
Part A
What is a closed system?
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A closed system is a system that does not interact with its external environment. It is autonomous, self-contained, and operates without receiving inputs from or providing outputs to the outside world, making it unaffected by external changes.
Who are entry level managers? What are the predominant skills required for them?
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Entry-level managers, often referred to as first-line or supervisory managers, are those responsible for the daily supervision of non-managerial employees who produce the organization's goods or services. The predominant skills required for them are technical skills, as they must understand the specific tasks performed by their subordinates, along with interpersonal skills to effectively lead and communicate with their teams.
What is meant by innovation?
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How does strategical planning differ from operational planning?
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What is organization chart?
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What are the advantages of 360 degrees system of appraisal?
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What are the sources of internal recruitment?
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What is the difference between the organizational principle of unity of command and unity of direction?
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How does a team differ from group?
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What are the different types of power?
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Part B
Briefly discuss the universal nature of management function.
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How does technology affect management process?
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What is the role of F.W. Taylor in management evolution?
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How does contingency approach to management differ from other approaches?
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What is decision tree approach to decision making? Briefly explain with an illustration.
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What is the relevance of creativity in management?
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Describe the term policy and program.
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What is virtual organization? What is its practical relevance?
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What is application blank?
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What is centralization? What are its advantages?
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Explain how every organization ends up with its unique organization culture.
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What are hierarchy of needs as per Maslow’s theory?
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What is democratic style of leadership? What are its essential features?
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What are dissatisfiers? What are satisfiers and motivators in the context of job?
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What is employee grievance handling?
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What are the consequences of control being too tight or too loose?
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How is control related to plan?
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What are the advantages of good control mechanism?
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What is feed forward control? What are its characteristics?
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