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JNTU MCA 2018 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS Previous Question Paper (January - 2018 - R15)
Note: This question paper contains two parts A and B. 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 and may have a, b, c as sub questions.
PART A
Explain Systems approach.
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The Systems Approach views an organization as a unified, purposeful system composed of interrelated parts. It emphasizes that the organization is an open system interacting with its environment, where inputs are transformed into outputs through feedback loops. By focusing on the whole rather than individual components, this approach helps managers understand how changes in one department affect the entire organization, ensuring synergy and goal alignment.
What is the need for organizing data and information?
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Organizing data and information is essential to transform raw facts into meaningful knowledge that supports effective decision-making. Proper organization ensures data integrity, reduces redundancy, and improves accessibility and retrieval speed. It allows management to identify trends, monitor performance, and maintain a competitive advantage by ensuring that the right information reaches the right person at the right time.
Explain role of early system testing.
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Explain cutover.
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What are Design Problems?
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PART B
Discuss how the components of MIS are interrelated.
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Explain the systems view of Business.
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Explain the Management process and information needs.
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Discuss Strategic Planning Process.
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A statement of information needs is fundamental and necessary to good systems design. Explain
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What are the sources of information in system design?
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Discuss the need for development of alternative conceptual designs.
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Explain Data warehouse and data mart.
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Explain the conceptual design for a Business system.
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What are the principal information sources for the design of MIS?
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Explain the aim of detailed design.
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Discuss the detailed operating subsystems and information flows in system design.
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What are four basic methods for implementing the MIS? Explain.
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Explain the need for training the operating personnel.
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Discuss the need to evaluate MIS.
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Explain how environmental changes has impact on MIS.
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What are the pitfalls during the design phase? Explain.
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Explain the following:
Soft spots
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TAR PIT
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