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University : Teerthanker Mahaveer University
College : Teerthanker Mahaveer College of Management & Computer Applications
Degree : DCA (Diploma in Computer Application)
Subject : DCA105 Principles & Practices of Management
Semester : I
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TMU Principles & Practices of Management

DCA I SEMESTER EXAMINATION 2010-11
Course Code : DCA105
Paper ID: 0121105

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Time : 3 Hours
Max. Marks: 75
Note : Attempt six questions in all. Q. No. 1 is compulsory.
1. Define any five of the following (limit your answer in 50 words) : (3×5=15)
a) Span of Control.
b) Decentralization of authority
c) Matrix organization
d) Grapevine Communication
e) Job Specification
f) Transactional leader
g) System approach
h) Concurrent control.

2. “Management is traditionally defined as an art of getting things done.” Do you feel this view of management is relevant in the context of present day environment of business- (12)

3. What are standing plans- How do they help in the effective management of a business- (12)
4. Distinguish between formal and informal communication. What are the essential elements of a good communication system- (12)

5. Motivation of personnel has become a very complicated task in the present day business situations. Why- Show your acquaintance with the different theories of motivation known to you and explain any one of them in brief. (12)

6. Explain the evolution of management thought from the early pioneers to modern times. (12)
7. Identify the leadership styles describing the situations under which each style is useful. What factors influence the choice of leadership style-
8. What do you mean by ‘Control’- Discuss the various types of control.

Re-appear DCA I (First) Semester Examination 2012-13 :
Course Code : DCA105
Paper ID : S811205
Time : 3 Hours
Max. Marks : 70
Max Marks : 75
Note : Attempt six questions in all. Q. No. 1 is compulsory.
1. Answer any five of the following (limit your answer in 50 words): (4×5=20)
a) Define Management and describe its essential characteristics or nature.
b) What do you understand by the term ‘Level of Management’?
c) Write short note on Scientific Management.

d) Discuss the significance of Planning.
e) “Group dynamic is referred as an important core of any organization.” Comment.
f) What are the factors affecting quality?
g) Define Span of control.
h) Explain the importance of communication.

2. Elaborate contribution made by F. W. Taylor in the evolution of Management? (10)
3. Explain the importance of planning as the beginning of process of management. State how decision making plays vital role in the exercise of planning. Explain also steps involved in planning. (10)

4. Define Motivation. Explain different types of motives. Compare A.H. Maslow’s theory with Herzberg’s theory of Motivation. (10)
5. What are the various barriers to communication? (10)
6. What is departmentation? Explain its nature and purpose. Explain the various types of departmentation. (10)

7. Define leadership and state its importance along with different leadership styles. (10)
8. What do you mean by controlling? What are the various control techniques used in modern organization? Give examples. (10)

DCA I (First) Semester Examination 2011-12 :
1. Define any five of the following (limit your answer in 50 words): (4×5=20)
a) Scalar chain.
b) Delegation of authority
c) Organic structure
d) Vestibule training
e) Motives
f) Performance appraisal
g) Autocratic leadership
h) Management Vs. Administration.

2. “Management is the effective utilization of human and material resources to achieve the enterprise’s objectives.” Comment and explain the significance of management. (10)
3. Define the term ‘Span of Control’. How would you determine the optimum span in a given situation? (10)

4. Define communication process. State the common barriers to effective communication in an organization. (10)
5. “F.W. Taylor is said to be the father of Scientific Management and Henri Fayol is the father of Principles of Management.” Examine this statement. (10)

6. Discuss the steps involved in the human resource planning process. How will you determine the demand for and supply of human resources for a large organization? (10)
7. Enumerate the kinds, merit and limitations of the various internal sources of recruitment. (10)
8. What is meant by quality? Discuss the factors which affect quality. (10)