Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University MBA II Sem Business Research Methods [MBA208T] June 2021 Question Paper

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University

Master of Business Administration

Second Semester Examination, June-2021

Business Research Methods [MBA208T]

Time: 3:00 Max Marks 80

Note: Attempt any five questions.

All question carry equal marks.

Q.1 Explain the meaning and use of Exploratory Research Design. What

are its limitations?

Q.2 Differentiate between Interviews and Surveys.

Q.3 What are the different types of Measurement Scales used for data

collection? And discuss Reliability and validity of Scales.

Q.4 Which types of research design will be appropriate in an evaluation

type of research?

Q.5 What do you mean by Reporting Research? Explain types of report

with suitable examples.

Q.6 Explain Content Analysis. Discuss techniques of measurement scales.

Q.7 Discuss the method of primary Data Collection. Which technique will

be useful in the collection of qualitative data?

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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University MBA II Sem Business Ethics & Indian Ethos in Management [MBA207T] June 2021 Question Paper

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University

Master of Business Administration

Second Semester Examination, June-2021

Business Ethics & Indian Ethos in Management [MBA207T]

Time: 3:00 Max Marks 80

Note : Attempt any five questions.

All question carry equal marks.

Q.1 Critically examine Egoism and Enlightened egoism.

Q.2 Explain:

Utilitarian views on Business ethic.

Q.3 Define Ethics and Characteristics of Moral Standards.

Q.4 Explain the Nature and Purpose of Ethical Reflections.

Q.5 Discuss the Theory of Voluntary Mediation and participatory ethics

with suitable examples.

Q.6 Explain:

Karma Theory & Nishkama Karma Theory .

Q.7 Write a detailed note on Mahabharata, Ramayana and Teachings of

Buddha. 

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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University MBA II Sem Fundamentals of Human Resource Management [MBA206T] June 2021 Question Paper

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University

Master of Business Administration

Second Semester Examination, June-2021

Fundamentals of Human Resource Management [MBA206T]

Time: 3:00 Max Marks 80

Note : (i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All question carry equal marks.

Q.1 What is recruitment. What are various sources of recruitment?

Q.2 Explain in detail the process of developing effective training

programmes, and need for training for improving organizational

effectiveness.

Q.3 What does HR planning mean? Discuss the varied steps required in

effective HR Planning.

Q.4 What do you understand by knowledge management? Explain its

importance in HRM.

Q.5 What is 360 degree appraisal? What are its objectives?

Q.6 What do you understand by performance appraisal? Explain in detail

the process of performance appraisal.

Q.7 What do you understand by job evaluation? Explain cross national

variation in detail. 

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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University MBA II Sem Fundamentals of Marketing Management [MBA205T] June 2021 Question Paper

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University

Master of Business Administration

Second Semester Examination, June-2021

Fundamentals of Marketing Management [MBA205T]

Time: 3:00 Max Marks 80

Note : (i) Attempt any five questions.

(ii) All question carry equal marks.

Q.1 Briefly explain the patterns and procedures of market segmentation.

What criteria are used to evaluate market segments?

Q.2 Explain:- (Any-2)

(a) Bases of market segmentation.

(b) The need and process of segmentation.

(c) Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning

(d) Positioning – Positioning Strategies.

Q.3 What are the various elements of marketing mix? Explain with examples.

Q.4 What are the requirements for effective segmentation? Explain the major

variables used to segment consumer markets. Explain various Bases of

Market Segmentation

Q.5 Explain:- (Any-2)

(a) PLC.

(b) Product diffusion.

(c) Branding

(d) New product development process.

Q.6 Briefly explain various pricing methods with suitable examples.

Q.7 Explain in detail vertical and horizontal marketing system. 

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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University MBA II Sem Fundamentals of Financial Management [MBA204T] June 2021 Question Paper

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University

Master of Business Administration

Second Semester Examination, June-2021

Fundamentals of Financial Management [MBA204T]

Time: 3:00 Max Marks 80

Note : Attempt any five questions. All question carry equal marks.

Q.1 Distinguish between budgeting & forecasting. What do you understand

by flexible budgeting & performance budgeting?

Q.2 What is the difference between cash flow statement & Fund flow

statement?

Q.3 What do you understand by the modern concept of financial

management? Explain its objective.

Q.4 Explain the concept, nature and process of working capital with

example.

Q.5 How does dividend decision make? What are the aspects of

dividend decisions?

Q.6 Discuss Value, Profit and wealth maximization.

Q.7 What is meant by investment decision? Why do investment decisions

require special attention?

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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University MBA II Sem Entrepreneurship [MBA203T] June 2021 Question Paper

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University

Master of Business Administration

Second Semester Examination, June-2021

Entrepreneurship [MBA203T]

Time: 3:00 Max Marks 80

Note : Attempt any five questions. All question carry equal marks.

Q.1 What are the opportunities for entrepreneurs in India?

Q.2 What role do entrepreneurs perform in economic development of a

country?

Q.3 Discuss role of women entrepreneur in economic development of a

country.

Q.4 Write a detailed note on role of small industries development

bank of India. (SIDBI).

Q.5 What are the various aspects related to the implementation of

business plans?

Q.6 Discuss various sources of Finance and explain E-commerce and

Entrepreneurship.

Q.7 What are the reasons for existing and long-term preparation and explain

the Dimensions of CSR? 

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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University MBA II Sem Fundamentals of Operations Management [MBA202T] June 2021 Question Paper

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University

Master of Business Administration

Second Semester Examination, June-2021

Fundamentals of Operations Management [MBA202T]

Time: 3:00 Max Marks 80

Note : Attempt any five questions. All question carry equal marks.

Q.1 What do you understand by facilities planning? Discuss the process of

technology selection.

Q.2 What is the importance of layout planning? Explain its.

Q.3 Discuss the importance of operations management in competitive environment.

Do you think that customers can be delighted through these functions? Why?

Q.4 Explain:-

(i) Methods for improving productivity

(ii) Scope of production management

(iii) Assembly to order strategy

(iv) Standardized service strategy

Q.5 Define six sigma. Explain its importance in production management.

Q.6 Write Short Note on :-

(i) Product layout

(ii) Process Layout

(iii) Group Layout

(iv) Fixed Position Layout

Q.7 Write a note on material requirement planning. 

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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University MBA II Sem Operational Research for Business Decisions [MBA201T] June 2021 Question Paper

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University

Master of Business Administration

Second Semester Examination, June-2021

Operational Research for Business Decisions [MBA201T]

Time: 3:00 Max Marks 80

Note : Attempt any five questions. All question carry equal marks.

Q.1 Discuss LPP. Discuss advantages of LPP models in linear

programming.

Q.2 Explain “Mathematical model of Transportation”.

Q.3 Define operations research and quantitative techniques.

Q.4 Discuss various quantitative techniques, models and methodologies of

OR in solving business problems.

Q.5 What do you mean by game theory and explain its uses in linear

programming?

Q.6 Explain dynamic programming. What sort of problem’s can be solved

by it?

Q.7 Explain in detail various queuing models. 

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