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Capital Market - Set 1True/FalseQuestionSEBI has taken an action to ban on Badla.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionAs per the reports and the letter of intent filed with SEBI, what amount is expected to be paid from the primary market during this year?Correct Answer15000 croresYour Answer15000 crores

True/FalseQuestionSEBI cannot investigate the affairs of mutual funds and their trustees and asset management companies.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Select The BlankQuestionA mutual fund scheme shall not invest more than ________ of its NAV in unrated debt by a single issuer.Correct Answer0.1Your Answer0.1

Select The BlankQuestionSecurities offered in a pledge can change if a ________ agrees.Correct AnswerPledgeeYour AnswerPledgee

True/FalseQuestionA bidder can request for a transaction registration slip as the proof of his having entered the bid.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestionSENSEX is calculated using ________ method.Correct AnswerMarket capitalizationYour AnswerMarket capitalization

Select The BlankQuestionAA rated companies can raise ________ of its net worth.Correct Answer2.5 timesYour Answer2.5 timesSelect The BlankQuestionIn the book building process pricing is determined on the basis of ________.Correct AnswerInvestor feedbackYour AnswerInvestor feedback

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat is Sweat equity ?Correct AnswerEquity shares issued by the company to the employees , Issued to directors at a discount , For consideration other than cash for providing nowYour AnswerEquity shares issued by the company to the employees , Issued to directors at a discount , For consideration other than cash for providing now

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionAn AMC fees :-Correct AnswerTo be borne by the individual schemesYour AnswerTo be borne by banks

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat are the objectives of NHB?Correct AnswerTo promote, establish, aid in promotion and support of housing finance institutions , To make loans advances or render any other form of financial assistance to focusing finance institutions , To guarantee financial obligationsYour AnswerTo promote, establish, aid in promotion and support of housing finance institutions , To make loans advances or render any other form of financial assistance to focusing finance institutions , To guarantee financial obligations

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat are participatory notes?Correct AnswerInstruments used by foreign funds , Instruments used but investors not register with SEBI , Investors interested in taking exposure in Indian securitiesYour AnswerInstruments used by foreign funds , Instruments used but investors not register with SEBI , Investors interested in taking exposure in Indian securities

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhen can an offer be withdrawn?Correct AnswerStatutory approvals refused , Sole acquirer being person died , Circumstances as in opinion of boardYour AnswerStatutory approvals refused , Sole acquirer being person died , Circumstances as in opinion of board

True/FalseQuestionMIBOR is a security. Derivatives based on this interest rate have legal recognition under SCRA.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Select The BlankQuestionFor issues upto Rs. 50 crores the number of lead managers will not exceed ________.Correct Answer2Your Answer2

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerShare buy back is a way ofReturning surplus cash to the shareholdersHave to consider buy backDutch AuctionPrice of the Buy back is done by the shareholdersPrice of the Buy back is done by the shareholdersOpen market purchasesNo minimum price stipulationNo minimum price stipulationCompanies holding more than 90% equityCan be delistedCan be delisted

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionUnder section 11 B of SEBI act how many issuers were debarred?Correct Answer1Your Answer1

Select The BlankQuestionThe continuing growth in ________ was one of the factors that contributed to the growth of credit rating.Correct AnswerInformation technologyYour AnswerInformation technologyMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat was the turning point in the working of Indian capital markets?Correct AnswerEstablishment of NSEYour AnswerEstablishment of NSE

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat do you understand by capital markets ?Correct AnswerMarket for long term funds and investments in long term instrumentsYour AnswerMarket for long term funds and investments in long term instruments

Select The BlankQuestionIn February 2004, UTI sought permission of SEBI to prematurely close ________ schemes.Correct Answer7Your Answer7

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat are the limitations of refinance facility?Correct AnswerCannot exceed 5 times NOF , Not to exceed 50% of total Loan funds of HFC's , Not to exceed 15 % of NOF of NHBYour AnswerCannot exceed 5 times NOF , Not to exceed 50% of total Loan funds of HFC's , Not to exceed 15 % of NOF of NHBMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat is the amount invested by the FII's in the Indian Capital market?Correct AnswerUS$14 bnYour AnswerUS$14 bn

True/FalseQuestionThe buy back of shares by Indian corporates has been very successful in India.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Select The BlankQuestionThe NSE Nifty index comprises of ________companies.Correct Answer50Your Answer50

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWho is required to make a public announcement ?Correct AnswerAcquirerYour AnswerAcquirer

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat are the norms for Approval of Housing finance companies by NHB?Correct AnswerMinimum paid up capital 1 crore , At least 2 directors , Any appointment of auditorsYour AnswerMinimum paid up capital 1 crore , At least 2 directors , Any appointment of auditors

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat are the major factors influencing portfolio decisions?Correct AnswerInvestor characteristics , Liquidity needs and tax considerations , Investment and interest rate riskYour AnswerInvestor characteristics , Liquidity needs and tax considerations , Investment and interest rate risk

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat was the reason for not introducing rolling settlements earlier in India?Correct AnswerLack of depositoriesYour AnswerLack of depositories

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat is the main objective of the promoting Discount and finance house of India (DFHI) ?Correct AnswerIncreasing transactions of money market assetsYour AnswerIncreasing transactions of money market assets

True/FalseQuestionA portfolio manager need not necessarily sell or purchase securities separately for each client.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionDuring the budget 2003 - 04, Finance Minister made some announcements which he hopes will make investors think in terms of returning to stock market :-Correct AnswerNo capital gains tax on investment made in equity after 1/3/03 held for 1 year , Removal of income tax on dividends in the hands of receiverYour AnswerNo capital gains tax on investment made in equity after 1/3/03 held for 1 year , Removal of income tax on dividends in the hands of receiver , Investors income tax on dividend reduced to 12.5%

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat is the time frame to submit a report to SEBI for acquisition transactions arising out of firm allotment in public issues right issues etc?Correct Answer21 daysYour Answer21 days

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWho can buy or sell securities on containing the certificate of registration?Correct AnswerUnderwriter , Merchant banker , Investment advisorYour AnswerMerchant banker

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhich company was responsible for spreading the equity culture in India ?Correct AnswerReliance IndustriesYour AnswerReliance Industries

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhen is the share of the target company deemed to be frequently tradedCorrect AnswerIf the turnover in the preceding 6 months prior to the month in which PA is made is m ore than 5%Your AnswerIf the turnover in the preceding 6 months prior to the month in which PA is made is m ore than 5%

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat are the facilities offered by NSDL?Correct AnswerEnable surrender and withdrawal of securities to and from the depository , Maintain the investor's holdings in an electronic form , Effect settlement of securities traded on exchangesYour AnswerEnable surrender and withdrawal of securities to and from the depository , Maintain the investor's holdings in an electronic form , Take active part in the trading of securities

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat is a Point of sale terminal?Correct AnswerMechanism for collecting debit card paymentsYour AnswerMember establishment where the sale is effected

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat must be the quality of a good portfolio manager?Correct AnswerSound General knowledge , Analytical ability and marketing skills , ExperienceYour AnswerSound General knowledge , Analytical ability and marketing skills , Experience

True/FalseQuestionSEBI can investigate and inspect books of accounts and records of insiders.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionThe depository can legally transfer beneficial ownership.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionThe issue price for placement portion and net offer to public are not the same.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat is Discretionary Portfolio management service ?Correct AnswerClient gives his money for investment to the portfolio manager and leaves it to him to make all the investment decisions.Your AnswerClient gives his money for investment to the portfolio manager and leaves it to him to make all the investment decisions.

Select The BlankQuestionIn case of a public issue by a listed company participation by promoters in the proposed issues in excess of the required minimum percentage shall also be looked in for a period of ________.Correct Answer1 yearYour Answer1 year

True/FalseQuestionRBI has permitted all commercial banks, financial institutions and large corporates to issue certificate of deposits.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerCharge cardForm of plastic moneyForm of plastic moneyWarning BulletinAuthenticity testAuthenticity testCredit information companySBI, HDFC bankSBI, HDFC bankCredit card issuing companyVisa/Master CardVisa/Master Card

CAPITAL MARKET NOV.,2010

Ques1:-In India there are presently _____ companies, in the business of Credit Rating?Ans:-4Ques2:-Dematerialized shares have distinctive numbers.Ans:-FalseQues3:-Sweat equity shares means equity shares issued by a company to employees at a discount.Ans:-TrueQues4:-In case of public issue by a listed company, participation by promoters in the proposed issue in excess of the required minimum % shall also be locked in for a period of ________ years.Ans:-1Ques5:-The person who changes the composition of securities?Ans:-Fund ManagerQues6:- Qualities of a merchant banker?Ans:-Knowledge and information about various aspects of the capital market, Ability to evaluate and analyse the various aspects, Update their knowledgeQues7:-Which company come out with a unique product called bonus debentures?Ans:-Hindustan leverQues8:-The venture capital can flourish only when there is a well developed _______________?Ans:-Capital marketQues9:-The report is required to be submitted to SEBI along with a fee of Rs.________ /report.Ans:-10,000Ques10:-The amount of net worth a company should have for opting for an IPO isAns:-1 crore Ques11:- BSE introduced an equity stock index known as _________Ans:-SensexQues12:-The company should have a track record of dividend payment of 3 years out of the immediately preceding 5 years.Ans:-TrueQues13:-Precautions to be taken with respect to delivery instruction slip?Ans:-DIS number must be pre-printed, account number must be stamped, target account id be filledQues14:-Regulations for venture capital funds areAns:-VCFs must be registered, VCFs cannot carry on any other activity, VCFs must disclose the investment strategyQues15:-Minimum post issue capital of a company should be ?Ans:-10 croresQues16:-Letter of offer is?Ans:-document addressed to the shareholders,containing disclosures of the acquirer/PACs,offer priceQues17:-HFCs disbursement on project lending is restricted to?Ans:-30%Ques18:-Match the following:- Business analysis ------ determinates of revenue growth Market position -------- nature and basis of competition Operating advantage-------- technology risk Financial risk --------------- interest coverageQues19:-The acquirer is required to appoint _________ before making a PA.Ans:-Merchant bankerQues20:-The right to buy is called ______?Ans:-Call optionQues21:-Regulatory aspects of the mutual funds are/Ans:-AMC shall launch no scheme unless the trustee approve such scheme, document of each scheme pay filling fees, offer document shall contain disclosuresQues22:-The person responsible for maintaining Escrow account in securitisation?Ans:-TrusteeQues23:-_______ is the internationalcreditratingcompany.Ans:-FITSCHQues24:-A Commercial paper is ?Ans:-short term financial instrument, Means of raising short term debt issue, They are negotiable and transferable instruments

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionFactors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture areCorrect Answertaxes , availability of buyers , market reactionYour Answermarket reaction , taxes , availability of buyersMultiple Choice Single Answer

QuestionFinancial environment is concerned withCorrect Answerdemand & supply of money, capital marketsYour Answerdemand & supply of money, capital marketsMatch The FollowingQuestion Correct Answer Your AnswerSharplin S.M. is the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. S.M. is the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization.Glueck S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions S.M. is a stream of decisions & actionsHofer S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth. S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth.Ansoff S.M. is the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment. S.M. is the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment.Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionW in SWOT stands forCorrect Answerinherent inadequacy of organizationYour Answerinherent inadequacy of organizationMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionEmpower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- MicrosoftCorrect AnswervisionYour AnswervisionSelect The BlankQuestionETOP stands for ________.Correct Answerenvironmental threat & opportunity profileYour Answerenvironmental threat & opportunity profileMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIt concentrates on organisation design and work flowCorrect AnswerFlotillaYour AnswerFlotillaMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionA Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local resources effectively byCorrect AnswerAsian PaintsYour AnswerAsian PaintsSelect The BlankQuestion________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together.Correct AnswerBusinessYour AnswerBusinessMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionNiche marketing meansCorrect Answerend user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialistYour Answerend user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialistSelect The BlankQuestionJapan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________Correct AnswerStatistical quality controlYour AnswerStatistical quality controlSelect The BlankQuestion________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goodsCorrect AnswerSystemsYour AnswerSystemsMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionMissionCorrect Answerphilosophy, public imageYour Answerphilosophy, public imageTrue/FalseQuestionCounterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseTrue/FalseQuestionUndec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseSelect The BlankQuestionCadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense.Correct AnswercounteroffensiveYour AnswercounteroffensiveMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionCAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands forCorrect Answercompetitive advantage profileYour Answercompetitive advantage profileMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionStrategic intentCorrect Answerobsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for.Your Answerobsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for.Match The FollowingQuestion Correct Answer Your AnswerFit SWOT analysis SWOT analysisVision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.mission what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists.BHAG big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goalsMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionSecondary sources of information areCorrect Answernewspapers, magazines, journals etc.Your Answernewspapers, magazines, journals etc.Select The BlankQuestionGATT stands for ________.Correct Answergeneral agreement on trade & tariffYour Answergeneral agreement on trade & tariffTrue/FalseQuestionThree C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & changeCorrect AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionMaintain strategies meansCorrect Answerno change in strategiesYour Answerno change in strategiesMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThis portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large lossesCorrect AnswerBig betsYour AnswerBig betTrue/FalseQuestionArranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionProgram is a combination ofCorrect Answergoals , policies , proceduresYour Answergoals , policies , proceduresMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat is Statistical Quality Control(SQC)Correct AnswerIdentifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occurYour AnswerIdentifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occurMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionMacro environmentCorrect AnswerPolitical- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographicYour AnswerPolitical- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographicTrue/FalseQuestionEnvironmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIt is the most important feature in the implementation of strategic managementCorrect AnswerleadershipYour AnswerleadershipTrue/FalseQuestionThe key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"?Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe aim in stability strategies is-Correct Answermove slowly & surelyYour Answermove slowly & surelyMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionHow does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviourCorrect AnswerResearch and planning , ForecastingYour AnswerResearch and planning , ForecastingMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionT in SWOT, refers toCorrect Answerunfavorable conditions in external environment.Your Answerunfavorable conditions in external environment.Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe major issues of appraisal system areCorrect AnswerFactors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisalYour AnswerFactors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisalMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIt enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right timeCorrect AnswerPremise controlYour AnswerPremise controlSelect The BlankQuestionIn a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels.Correct AnswerDelegationYour AnswerDelegationMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionmarket research is conducted byCorrect Answerby employees , by research agencies , by consultantsYour Answerby employees , by research agencies , by consultantsTrue/FalseQuestionBudgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial termsCorrect AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrueTrue/FalseQuestionMicro environment is the internal environment of a company.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseTrue/FalseQuestionBusiness ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThese people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysisCorrect AnswerCompany secretary , Auditor , Financial controllerYour AnswerCompany secretary , Auditor , Financial controllerSelect The BlankQuestionControl should involve________ amount of information.Correct AnswerMinimumYour AnswerMinimumMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionPrinciples to manage strategic alliances areCorrect Answerclarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategyYour Answerclarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategySelect The BlankQuestion________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others.Correct AnswerSelf-awarenessYour AnswerSelf-awarenessMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionsupplier & technological environment is concerned withCorrect Answerquality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technologyYour Answerquality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technologyMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionCore purposeCorrect AnswermissionYour Answermission

Strategic Management-Set 3Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionAt this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategyCorrect AnswerOperational evaluationYour AnswerOperational evaluationMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionFactors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture areCorrect Answertaxes , availability of buyers , market reactionYour Answertaxes , availability of buyers , market reactionMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionCritical resources in the emerging information age areCorrect AnswerInformation , Expertise , IntelligenceYour AnswerInformation , Expertise , IntelligenceMatch The FollowingQuestion Correct Answer Your Answer

Crisis Management leads to organisational learning leads to organisational learning

Milestone review Another method of implementation control Another method of implementation control

Long and short term controls Balanced approach to evaluation Balanced approach to evaluationVariance Actual and budgeted performance Actual and budgeted performanceTrue/FalseQuestionStyle of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of timeCorrect AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrueTrue/FalseQuestionThe key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"?Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseTrue/FalseQuestionAll policies are 'statements'Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionCompetenncy models reveal three types of capabilitiesCorrect AnswerTechnical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence QuotientYour AnswerTechnical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence QuotientMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionStrategic management deals withCorrect AnswerBusiness processYour AnswerBusiness processMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIt refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structureCorrect AnswerSystemsYour AnswerSystemsSelect The BlankQuestion________ identifies the impact of any change on performanceCorrect AnswerStatistical quality controlYour AnswerStatistical quality controlTrue/FalseQuestionThe actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe preparation of ETOP involvesCorrect Answerdividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative.Your Answerdividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative.Match The FollowingQuestion Correct Answer Your Answer

Fit SWOT analysis SWOT analysis

Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

mission what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists.

BHAG big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

True/FalseQuestionThe super structure indicates ways in which company's tasks are integrated or coordinatedCorrect AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrueMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionAssociated external agencies meansCorrect Answerchannel members, customers, suppliers etc.Your Answerchannel members, customers, suppliers etc.Select The BlankQuestionETOP stands for ________.Correct Answerenvironmental threat & opportunity profileYour Answerenvironmental threat & opportunity profileMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIn SWOT , S stands forCorrect Answerfavorable condition in the organization's environment.Your Answerfavorable condition in the organization's environment.Select The BlankQuestionBrush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________.Correct Answermore usageYour Answermore usageMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionNiche marketing meansCorrect Answerend user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialistYour Answerend user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialistMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionStrategic management is concerned withCorrect Answerlong- range planningYour Answerlong- range planningMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe Hallmarks for self-regulation areCorrect AnswerTrust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulnessYour AnswerTrust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulnessMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionT in SWOT, refers toCorrect Answerunfavorable conditions in external environment.Your Answerunfavorable conditions in external environment.Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionMoney is invested by way ofCorrect AnswerDebt , EquityYour AnswerDebt , EquityMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThree important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic managementCorrect AnswerConceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , VisionYour AnswerConceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , VisionSelect The BlankQuestionTitan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration.Correct Answervertical ( forward )Your Answervertical ( forward )Select The BlankQuestion________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producingCorrect AnswerTraditionalYour AnswerTraditionalMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionMissionCorrect Answerphilosophy, public imageYour Answerphilosophy, public imageMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe culture of a company is conveyed throughCorrect AnswerRites , Myths , RitualsYour AnswerRites , Myths , RitualsMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionStrategic management is mainly the responsibility ofCorrect AnswerTop ManagementYour AnswerTop ManagementTrue/FalseQuestionBusiness ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrueSelect The BlankQuestionModule of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibilityCorrect AnswerStandardisationYour AnswerStandardisationMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThis portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large lossesCorrect AnswerBig betsYour AnswerBig betsMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat is Statistical Quality Control(SQC)Correct AnswerIdentifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occurYour AnswerIdentifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occurMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionRetrenchment strategy meansCorrect Answercontraction of business activitiesYour Answercontraction of business activitiesTrue/FalseQuestionAdapter duplicate the leader and claim to be similar or even the same.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseSelect The BlankQuestionJapan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________Correct AnswerStatistical quality controlYour AnswerStatistical quality controlMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionInvestment entry mode areCorrect Answerjoint venture/independent ventures/subsidiariesYour Answerjoint venture/independent ventures/subsidiariesTrue/FalseQuestionArranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionProgram is a combination ofCorrect Answergoals , policies , proceduresYour Answergoals , policies , proceduresTrue/FalseQuestionScheduling is a part of strategic management.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe various areas covered by social responsibility areCorrect AnswerInner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer CircleYour AnswerInner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer CircleSelect The BlankQuestion________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc.Correct AnswerOperational level systemsYour AnswerOperational level systemsSelect The BlankQuestionThe benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savingsCorrect AnswerLabourYour AnswerLabourSelect The BlankQuestion________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goodsCorrect AnswerSystemsYour AnswerSystemsTrue/FalseQuestionMacro environment has got immediate impact on business.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIt is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the companyCorrect AnswerStaffingYour AnswerStaffingMonday, 5 December 2011Strategic Management-Set 4

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERSMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionFactors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture areCorrect Answertaxes , availability of buyers , market reactionYour Answermarket reaction , taxes , availability of buyersMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionFinancial environment is concerned withCorrect Answerdemand & supply of money, capital marketsYour Answerdemand & supply of money, capital marketsMatch The FollowingQuestion Correct Answer Your Answer

Sharplin S.M. is the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization. S.M. is the formulation & implementation of plans related to total organization.Glueck S.M. is a stream of decisions & actions S.M. is a stream of decisions & actionsHofer S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth. S.M. is the process, which deals with organizational renewal & growth.Ansoff S.M. is the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment. S.M. is the systematic approach to position and relate firm to its environment.Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionW in SWOT stands forCorrect Answerinherent inadequacy of organizationYour Answerinherent inadequacy of organizationMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionEmpower people through great software anytime , any place, on any device'- MicrosoftCorrect AnswervisionYour AnswervisionSelect The BlankQuestionETOP stands for ________.Correct Answerenvironmental threat & opportunity profileYour Answerenvironmental threat & opportunity profileMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIt concentrates on organisation design and work flowCorrect AnswerFlotillaYour AnswerFlotillaMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionA Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local resources effectively byCorrect AnswerAsian PaintsYour AnswerAsian PaintsSelect The BlankQuestion________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together.Correct AnswerBusinessYour AnswerBusinessMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionNiche marketing meansCorrect Answerend user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialistYour Answerend user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialistSelect The BlankQuestionJapan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________Correct AnswerStatistical quality controlYour AnswerStatistical quality controlSelect The BlankQuestion________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goodsCorrect AnswerSystemsYour AnswerSystemsMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionMissionCorrect Answerphilosophy, public imageYour Answerphilosophy, public imageTrue/FalseQuestionCounterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseTrue/FalseQuestionUndec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseSelect The BlankQuestionCadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense.Correct AnswercounteroffensiveYour AnswercounteroffensiveMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionCAP related to internal appraisal of firm stands forCorrect Answercompetitive advantage profileYour Answercompetitive advantage profileMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionStrategic intentCorrect Answerobsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for.Your Answerobsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for.Match The FollowingQuestion Correct Answer Your AnswerFit SWOT analysis SWOT analysisVision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.mission what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists.BHAG big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goalMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionSecondary sources of information areCorrect Answernewspapers, magazines, journals etc.Your Answernewspapers, magazines, journals etc.Select The BlankQuestionGATT stands for ________.Correct Answergeneral agreement on trade & tariffYour Answergeneral agreement on trade & tariffTrue/FalseQuestionThree C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & changeCorrect AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionMaintain strategies meansCorrect Answerno change in strategiesYour Answerno change in strategiesMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThis portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large lossesCorrect AnswerBig betsYour AnswerBig betsTrue/FalseQuestionArranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionProgram is a combination ofCorrect Answergoals , policies , proceduresYour Answergoals , policies , proceduresMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat is Statistical Quality Control(SQC)Correct AnswerIdentifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occurYour AnswerIdentifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occurMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionMacro environmentCorrect AnswerPolitical- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographicYour AnswerPolitical- legal , socio-cultural , economic-demographicTrue/FalseQuestionEnvironmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIt is the most important feature in the implementation of strategic managementCorrect AnswerleadershipYour AnswerleadershipTrue/FalseQuestionThe key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"?Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe aim in stability strategies is-Correct Answermove slowly & surelyYour Answermove slowly & surelyMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionHow does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviourCorrect AnswerResearch and planning , ForecastingYour AnswerResearch and planning , ForecastingMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionT in SWOT, refers toCorrect Answerunfavorable conditions in external environment.Your Answerunfavorable conditions in external environment.Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe major issues of appraisal system areCorrect AnswerFactors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisalYour AnswerFactors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisalMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIt enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right timeCorrect AnswerPremise controlYour AnswerPremise controlSelect The BlankQuestionIn a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels.Correct AnswerDelegationYour AnswerDelegationMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionmarket research is conducted byCorrect Answerby employees , by research agencies , by consultantsYour Answerby employees , by research agencies , by consultantsTrue/FalseQuestionBudgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial termsCorrect AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrueTrue/FalseQuestionMicro environment is the internal environment of a company.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseTrue/FalseQuestionBusiness ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalseMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThese people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysisCorrect AnswerCompany secretary , Auditor , Financial controllerYour AnswerCompany secretary , Auditor , Financial controllerSelect The BlankQuestionControl should involve________ amount of information.Correct AnswerMinimumYour AnswerMinimumMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionPrinciples to manage strategic alliances areCorrect Answerclarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategyYour Answerclarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategySelect The BlankQuestion________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others.Correct AnswerSelf-awarenessYour AnswerSelf-awarenessMultiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionsupplier & technological environment is concerned withCorrect Answerquality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technologyYour Answerquality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technologyMultiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionCore purposeCorrect AnswermissionYour AnswermissioStrategic Management-Set 5Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Performance is affected byCorrect Answer Wrong motivational styles , Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structureYour Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Various phases of Growth areCorrect Answer Creativity , Delegation , Co-ordinationYour Answer Delegation , Co-ordination , Implication

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Program is a combination ofCorrect Answer goals , policies , proceduresYour Answer goals , policies

True/FalseQuestion Excelling in one market guarantees success in a new.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Export entry modes areCorrect Answer direct/indirect exportYour Answer direct/indirect export

True/FalseQuestion Business ethics is how personal norms do not apply to activities & goals of a commercial firm.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Techniques used in environmental appraisal areCorrect Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mappingYour Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion At this level , the effort is directed at assessing the consistency of strategy with the environmentCorrect Answer Strategic evaluationYour Answer Strategic evaluation

Select The BlankQuestion Titan going into setting their won retail outlets- this is ________ integration.Correct Answer vertical ( forward )Your Answer vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Associated external agencies meansCorrect Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc.Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Competenncy models reveal three types of capabilitiesCorrect Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence QuotientYour Answer Technical skills , Cognitive skills , Emotional Intelligence Quotient

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning areCorrect Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-exportYour Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , internal inadequacies

Select The BlankQuestion Control should involve________ amount of information.Correct Answer MinimumYour Answer Maximum

Select The BlankQuestion Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measureCorrect Answer TimeYour Answer Time

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion These people are charged with the responsibility of continuous screening of performance?Correct Answer Audit committeeYour Answer Financial controller

Match The FollowingQuestion Correct Answer Your Answer

Phase 4 Coordination Coordination

Phase 1 Creativity Creativity

Phase 2 Direction Collaboration

Phase 3 Delegation Direction

True/FalseQuestion Timing of measurement before hand serves the purpose of evaluation.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion It is designed to monitor a broad range of events inside and outside the company that are likely to threaten a firm's strategyCorrect Answer Strategic surveillanceYour Answer Strategic surveillance

Select The BlankQuestion Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view.Correct Answer core competenceYour Answer core competence

True/FalseQuestion Macro environment has got immediate impact on business.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion These following factors determine the desire of riskCorrect Answer Strategies , ResourcesYour Answer Strategies , Competence , Time

Select The BlankQuestion ________ should have the ability to develop a visionto see patterns into the future.Correct Answer LeadersYour Answer Leaders

True/FalseQuestion Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial termsCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Systems are formal and informal rules and regulations that complements the company structureCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True

Select The BlankQuestion ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc.Correct Answer Operational level systemsYour Answer Strategy

Select The BlankQuestion ________ relationships are effective in communicating complex informationCorrect Answer PersonalYour Answer Informal

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Different kinds of information systems areCorrect Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level systemYour Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system

Select The BlankQuestion Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense.Correct Answer counteroffensiveYour Answer contraction

True/FalseQuestion Counterfeiter copy but with a difference that can be seen.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Select The BlankQuestion Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal.Correct Answer common enemyYour Answer aggressive

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The major issues of appraisal system areCorrect Answer Factors of appraisal , Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisalYour Answer Relevance of apprasial , Procedure of appraisal , Individual appraisal

True/FalseQuestion All policies are 'statements'Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion It is based on a trigger mechanism for rapid response and immediate reassessment of strategy in the light of sudden and unexpected eventsCorrect Answer Emergency alert contriolYour Answer Emergency alert contriol

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion A network of facilities and distribution that performs the functions of procurement of materials trasforming into intermediate and finished products & distributing them to customers isCorrect Answer Supply chainsYour Answer Supply chains

True/FalseQuestion The key principle of moral management is "Can we make money with this action decision or behaviour"?Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Staffing function applies to all company levels irrespective of levels of hierarchyCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion A Company's strategyCorrect Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriateYour Answer Vital ingredient in determinig it's future , Yields growth, profits etc , may result in disaster if inappropriate

Select The BlankQuestion ________ is seen as an integral process that converts materials into goodsCorrect Answer SystemsYour Answer Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Strategic management deals withCorrect Answer Business processYour Answer Business process

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Financial environment is concerned withCorrect Answer demand & supply of money, capital marketsYour Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic managementCorrect Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , VisionYour Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , Vision

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Concentric diversification meansCorrect Answer new activity related to existing businessYour Answer new activity related to existing business

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Maintain strategies meansCorrect Answer no change in strategiesYour Answer move slowly & surely

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Consolidation strategy meansCorrect Answer better profit strategyYour Answer partial differentiation strategy

Select The BlankQuestion ________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together.Correct Answer BusinessYour Answer Circular


4 Ps are Product, Price, Place, Promotion Product, Price, Place, Process

Sources of funds Factor leading to financial capability Factor leading to financial capability

The retrieval and usage of information Factor leading to Information Management Capability Value chain analysis

The Personnel System Factor leading to Personnel Capability Factor leading to Personnel Capability

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The culture of a company is conveyed throughCorrect Answer Rites , Myths , RitualsYour Answer Rites , Rituals , Style

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Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion An approach that strives to follow ethical principles and percepts isCorrect Answer Moral managementYour Answer Moral management

True/FalseQuestion Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared.Correct Answer TrueYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviourCorrect Answer Research and planning , ForecastingYour Answer Research and planning , Forecasting

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Core ideologyCorrect Answer core values , core purposeYour Answer core values , core purpose

Select The BlankQuestion ________ is a modern plant consisting of modules centered around a stage in the production processCorrect Answer Flotilla conceptYour Answer Flotilla concept


Crisis Management leads to organisational learning leads to organisational learning

Milestone review Another method of implementation control Another method of implementation control

Long and short term controls Balanced approach to evaluation Balanced approach to evaluation

Variance Actual and budgeted performance Actual and budgeted performance

Select The BlankQuestion Tata motors goal of reaching middle class two wheeler owners is a ________ category of goal.Correct Answer internal transformationYour Answer challenge

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Secondary sources of information areCorrect Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc.Your Answer newspapers, magazines, journals etc.

True/FalseQuestion Getting new users is a position defense strategy.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Select The BlankQuestion Cadbury's add in which Amitabh Bachchan clarifies about the safety of the product (dairy milk) is an example of ________ defense.Correct Answer counteroffensiveYour Answer counteroffensive

True/FalseQuestion According to Michael Porter, the core of efficiency management is strategy.Correct Answer TrueYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The strategies which deal with the relative and restricted function for allocation of resources isCorrect Answer Funcational streategiesYour Answer Funcational streategies

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Performance is affected byCorrect Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational stylesYour Answer Distorted resource allocation , Inappropriate structure , Wrong motivational styles

True/FalseQuestion Numerator may bring short-term results, but there may be serious long-term sacrifices.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Financial environment is concerned withCorrect Answer demand & supply of money, capital marketsYour Answer demand & supply of money, capital markets

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategyCorrect Answer CrisisYour Answer Crisis

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Contractual entry modes areCorrect Answer licensing / franchisingYour Answer licensing / franchising

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Three important managerial qualities required for the effective strategic managementCorrect Answer Conceptual, human & intellectual skills , Decision making ability , VisionYour Answer Decision making ability , Vision , Conceptual, human & intellectual skills

True/FalseQuestion The environment of any organization is "the aggregate of all conditions, events and influences that surround and affect it."Correct Answer TrueYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Select The BlankQuestion A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal.Correct Answer role modelYour Answer role model

True/FalseQuestion Scheduling is a part of strategic management.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Investment entry mode areCorrect Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiariesYour Answer joint venture/independent ventures/subsidiaries

True/FalseQuestion Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of timeCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Divestiture is opposed to diversification.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The Hallmarks for self-regulation areCorrect Answer Trust & fairness , Changed Management , Integrity & thoughtfulnessYour Answer Trust & fairness , Integrity & thoughtfulness

Select The BlankQuestion Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibilityCorrect Answer StandardisationYour Answer Standardisation

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC)Correct Answer Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur , Identifies quality and productivity from a production processYour Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture areCorrect Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reactionYour Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The preparation of ETOP involvesCorrect Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative.Your Answer dividing environment into sectors , sub factors , analyze impact of each sector & sub factor on organization , description of impact of each subfactor into a statement which is positive, neutral or negative.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Different kinds of information systems areCorrect Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level systemYour Answer Operational level system , Knowledge level system , Management level system


Decision making Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions Managers to develop the courage to make unconventional decisions

Social Responsibility Managers to maintain high ethical standards Managers to maintain high ethical standards

Lateral thinking Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations Managers to learn to deal with chaotic situations

Responsiveness Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes Managers to provide speedy responses to environmental changes

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion These are moves that will pay off irrespective of what happens in the futureCorrect Answer No-regret movesYour Answer No-regret moves

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion It refers to the relatively more durable company arrangements and relationshipsCorrect Answer StructureYour Answer Strategy

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion How does 'structure' reduce internal uncertainity arising out of human behaviourCorrect Answer Control mechanism , Departmentalisation , SpecialisationYour Answer Forecasting , Departmentalisation , Specialisation

Select The BlankQuestion ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others.Correct Answer Self-awarenessYour Answer Self-awareness

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion This portfolio involves major capital investments which will result in either large pay offs or large lossesCorrect Answer Big betsYour Answer Big bets

Select The BlankQuestion Modern Accounting uses ________ as a unit of measureCorrect Answer TimeYour Answer Time

Select The BlankQuestion Like roots of a tree, ________of organization is hidden from direct view.Correct Answer core competenceYour Answer core competence

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The various models of social responsibility areCorrect Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic ModelYour Answer Austere Model , Vendors Model , Civic Model

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion In SWOT , S stands forCorrect Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment.Your Answer favorable condition in the organization's environment.

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Strategic management is mainly the responsibility ofCorrect Answer Top ManagementYour Answer Top Management

Select The BlankQuestion Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________.Correct Answer more usageYour Answer more usage

Select The BlankQuestion ________ relationships are effective in communicating complex informationCorrect Answer PersonalYour Answer Personal

Select The BlankQuestion ________ support managers by keeping track of the elementary activities & transactions of the organization such as sales, receipts, raw materials etc.Correct Answer Operational level systemsYour Answer Operational level systems

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Limitations of Traditional cost accounting areCorrect Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producingYour Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing

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True/FalseQuestion Macro environment has got immediate impact on business.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion General Electric Matrix is divided into how many cellsCorrect Answer 9Your Answer 9

Select The BlankQuestion Japan's major productivity gains are the results of social changes brought about by ________Correct Answer Statistical quality controlYour Answer Statistical quality control

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Responsibility towards society & community includes - Avoiding bad, smoky chimneys, & pollution of any kind and abiding by theCorrect Answer Environment Protection ActYour Answer Environment Protection Act

Select The BlankQuestion Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________.Correct Answer internal analysisYour Answer internal analysis

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion It refers to formal and informal rules, regulations and procedures that complements the company structureCorrect Answer SystemsYour Answer Systems

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Strategic management is concerned withCorrect Answer long- range planningYour Answer long- range planning

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Export entry modes areCorrect Answer direct/indirect exportYour Answer licensing/franchising

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Business is rated on which dimensionsCorrect Answer Market attractiveness , Business strengthYour Answer Market attractiveness , Business strength

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning )Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of informationYour Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of information

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The culture of a company is conveyed throughCorrect Answer Myths , Rituals , RitesYour Answer Rites , Myths , Rituals

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion At this level , the effort is directed at assessing the consistency of strategy with the environmentCorrect Answer Strategic evaluationYour Answer Premise evaluation

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Factors encouraging joint ventures areCorrect Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each otherYour Answer uneconomical separate existence , risk of business gets shared , sharing competence of each other

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Factors to be considered in political- legal environmental scanning areCorrect Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-exportYour Answer govt. policies, stability, philosophy of govt. , legal system, implementation, infrastructure , import-export


Select The BlankQuestion Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy.Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integrationYour Answer vertical ( backward ) integration

True/FalseQuestion Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective actionCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion These people are primarily responsible for operating control based on budgeting, reporting and financial analysisCorrect Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controllerYour Answer Company secretary , Auditor , Financial controller

Select The BlankQuestion Displacing competitor is ________ category of goal.Correct Answer common enemyYour Answer common enemy

Select The BlankQuestion Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________.Correct Answer concentration strategyYour Answer concentration strategy

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The traditional approach towards uncertainity isCorrect Answer BinaryYour Answer Binary


Board of Directors Link between company & external environment Link between company & external environment

Profit centers S.B.U. s S.B.U. s

S.B.U.s are more focused on their Product line/business Product line/business

Manufacturing strategy Productivity Productivity


Select The BlankQuestion The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savingsCorrect Answer LabourYour Answer Labour

True/FalseQuestion Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Strategic management is mainly the responsibility ofCorrect Answer Top ManagementYour Answer Top Management

True/FalseQuestion The actual performance matches the budgeted performance. This is a realistic situation.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Budgets are plans expressed in numerical terms usually in financial termsCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True

Select The BlankQuestion ________ models can be described as a system that describe how pieces of business fit together.Correct Answer BusinessYour Answer Business


Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion market research is conducted byCorrect Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultantsYour Answer by employees , by research agencies , by consultants

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion T in SWOT, refers toCorrect Answer unfavorable conditions in external environment.Your Answer unfavorable conditions in internal environment.

Select The BlankQuestion ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producingCorrect Answer TraditionalYour Answer Traditional

Select The BlankQuestion ETOP stands for ________.Correct Answer environmental threat & opportunity profileYour Answer environmental threat & opportunity profile

Select The BlankQuestion ________ is the company's most critical and scarest resource.Correct Answer CapitalYour Answer Labour

True/FalseQuestion HR implementation involues a series of action programme like production, estimation of raw materials, labour & machine hours.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion It is the process of analyzing, dividing and arranging work or activities into manageable portion for individuals, sections & departmentsCorrect Answer departmentationYour Answer departmentation

True/FalseQuestion Undec the social goals the responsibilities with regard to employees includes prociding maximum possible satisfaction to consumer providing quality goods & services at reasonable prices.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategyCorrect Answer Operational evaluationYour Answer Strategic evaluation


Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Consolidation strategy meansCorrect Answer better profit strategyYour Answer better profit strategy


Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The various areas covered by social responsibility areCorrect Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer CircleYour Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Organizational models areCorrect Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational modelYour Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model


Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion An unhealthy portfolio hasCorrect Answer More dogs , Few starsYour Answer More dogs , Few stars

Friday, 12 July 2013Strategic Management-Set 6True/FalseQuestion Arranging training program on productivity is a strategic decision.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Attack strategies areCorrect Answer frontal attack , flank attack , encirclement attackYour Answer flank attack , encirclement attack , frontal attack

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion supplier & technological environment is concerned withCorrect Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technologyYour Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Principles to manage strategic alliances areCorrect Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategyYour Answer clarity in strategy & responsibilities , blending cultures , provide for an exit strategy

Select The BlankQuestion Economics of scale requires ________.Correct Answer high market shareYour Answer focus

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The discipline which deals with what is good and bad and which moral obligation isCorrect Answer EthicsYour Answer Ethics

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion It is the process of selecting people for company positions and developing skills and abilities for assignments in the companyCorrect Answer StaffingYour Answer Staffing

Select The BlankQuestion Formal systems are adopted to bring ________ & amalgamation of decentralized units into product groups.Correct Answer Co-ordinationYour Answer Co-ordination

True/FalseQuestion Under functional strategics we have vertical fit & horizontal fit.Correct Answer TrueYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Factors determining HRP (Human Resource Planning )Correct Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Environmental uncertainties , Type & quality of informationYour Answer Type & Strategy of organisation , Type & quality of information

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Organizational models areCorrect Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational modelYour Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational model

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion A pictorial depiction of various outcomes of a decision isCorrect Answer decision treeYour Answer decision tree

Select The BlankQuestion Brush your teeth twice a day is an example of expanding the total market by________.Correct Answer more usageYour Answer more usage

True/FalseQuestion Standards of performance act as the benchmark against which the actual performance is compared.Correct Answer TrueYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Style of a company are the patterns of actions taken by members of top management over a period of timeCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True


Select The BlankQuestion ________ is the drive to achieve beyond one's expectationsCorrect Answer MotivationYour Answer Inspiration


Programs Combination of goals, policies, rules Combination of goals, policies, rules

Policies General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making General statements and understanding which, guide thinking in decision-making

Procedures Are plans and a guide to action Are plans and a guide to action

Rules Spell out specific action or non-action Spell out specific action or non-action

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Measures to take corrective actionCorrect Answer Checking performance , Reformulate strategies , Standard checkYour Answer Checking performance , Formulate plans , Standard check

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion General Electric Matrix is divided into how many cellsCorrect Answer 9Your Answer 9

Select The BlankQuestion ________cost accounting measures the cost of producing and ignores the cost of non-producingCorrect Answer TraditionalYour Answer Traditional


Crisis Management leads to organisational learning First step of signal detection

Milestone review Another method of implementation control Balanced approach to evaluation

Long and short term controls Balanced approach to evaluation Actual and budgeted performance

Variance Actual and budgeted performance Chacking of performance

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion A Large-scale community development project was funded to enable farmers to use local resources effectively byCorrect Answer Asian PaintsYour Answer BHEL

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion They enact the formal role of reviewing and screening executive decisions in the light of their environmental, business and organisational implicationsCorrect Answer Board of directorYour Answer Chief executive

True/FalseQuestion Change in company's strategy gives rise to problems necessitating a new structure to be madeCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer False

Select The BlankQuestion Factors leading to personnel capability are________.Correct Answer IR, OBYour Answer IR, OB

Select The BlankQuestion In a ________ a decentralized structure is achieved & harmonized at the plant & area levels.Correct Answer DelegationYour Answer Delegation


Select The BlankQuestion GATT stands for ________.Correct Answer general agreement on trade & tariffYour Answer general agreement on trade & tariff


True/FalseQuestion Environmental competitiveness tends to encourage ethical behaviour.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion The actual performance deviates positively over the budgeted performanve. This is an indication of superior performanceCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer False

True/FalseQuestion Focused company is generally protected from competition.Correct Answer TrueYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion It enables the strategists to take corrective action at the right timeCorrect Answer Premise controlYour Answer Premise control

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Techniques used in environmental appraisal areCorrect Answer single-variable extrapolation/multivariable interaction analysis , structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mappingYour Answer structured/ unstructured expert/inexpert opinion , Dynamic modes and mapping



Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The control process requires the following types of informationCorrect Answer Planned performance , Variances , ReasonsYour Answer Planned performance , Variances , Reasons

Select The BlankQuestion A cycling accessory firm strive to become 'the nike of the cycling industry' is ________category of goal.Correct Answer role modelYour Answer qualitative


Select The BlankQuestion ________ and greater accountability replace formal control.Correct Answer Self-disciplineYour Answer Self-discipline

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Denominator managementCorrect Answer cost reductionYour Answer maintain discipline

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion What is Statistical Quality Control(SQC)Correct Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occurYour Answer Identifies quality and productivity from a production process , Identifies impact of any change on performance , Instantly spots malfunctions and show where they occur

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion How does 'structure' reduce external uncertainity arising out of human behaviourCorrect Answer Research and planning , ForecastingYour Answer Research and planning , Forecasting



Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Vertical integration is concerned withCorrect Answer supply chainYour Answer supply chain

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1. vertical forward integration means1. becoming your own supplier

2. horizontal integration means2. additional product/service for same customers

3. vertical backward integration means3. one company buys another company.

4. strategic alliances means4. two or more entities join hands for mutual benefit.

5. becoming supplier for another company

6. becoming your own customer

1. Gap analysis1. Misfit with understanding of critical success factors

2. Corporate parenting2. Fit well but low opportunities

3. Heartland business3. Give the highest priority

4. Ballast business4. Some fit and some misfit

5. Difference between desired and projected performance

6. Managing SBU's by a corporate

4. identifies the impact of any change on performance31. The reasons for acquisition are

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Increased market power

Increased diversification

Increased speed to market

Encourage excessive competition

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encirclement attack

Enrichment attack

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Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Limitations of Traditional cost accounting areCorrect Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producingYour Answer Assumes factory as an isolated entity , It measures only the cost of producing

Select The BlankQuestion ________ is a deep understanding of ones emotions, strengths, weaknesses, needs, drives & their effects on self and others.Correct Answer Self-awarenessYour Answer Self-awareness

Select The BlankQuestion Companies employ trained ________ to develop "competency models" to identify potential leadersCorrect Answer PsychologistsYour Answer Psychologists


Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Harveststrategy is used forCorrect Answer Dogs , Question marksYour Answer Dogs , Question marks , Stars

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The traditional approach towards uncertainity isCorrect Answer BinaryYour Answer Unitary

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The strategies which deal with the relative and restricted function for allocation of resources isCorrect Answer Funcational streategiesYour Answer Internal streategies

True/FalseQuestion Macro environment is the internal environment of a company.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Select The BlankQuestion The benefits of a change in process are defined in terms of ________ cost savingsCorrect Answer LabourYour Answer Labour

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Contractual entry modes areCorrect Answer licensing / franchisingYour Answer independent ventures to get entry in foreign market

True/FalseQuestion Scheduling is a part of strategic management.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Select The BlankQuestion The ________ are distinct little business set up as units in a larger companyCorrect Answer Strategic business UnitsYour Answer Strategic business Units


True/FalseQuestion Three C's affecting today's companies are customer, competition & changeCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion These are critical situations that occur unexpectedly and threaten the course of a firm's strategyCorrect Answer CrisisYour Answer Crisis

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Retrenchment strategy meansCorrect Answer contraction of business activitiesYour Answer contraction of business activities

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion At this strategic level, the effort is directed at assessing how well the organisation is pursuing a given strategyCorrect Answer Operational evaluationYour Answer Strategic evaluation


Fit SWOT analysis SWOT analysis

Vision what a company wishes to become or aspires to be. what a company wishes to become or aspires to be.

mission what the company is and why it exists. what the company is and why it exists.

BHAG big headed audacious goals big headed audacious goals

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion These are moves that will pay off irrespective of what happens in the futureCorrect Answer No-regret movesYour Answer No-regret moves

Select The BlankQuestion Bajaj started manufacturing of sunny is an example of ________.Correct Answer concentration strategyYour Answer expansion strategy

Select The BlankQuestion Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibilityCorrect Answer StandardisationYour Answer Goals

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Niche marketing meansCorrect Answer end user specialist , specific customer specialist , geographic specialistYour Answer specific customer specialist , research specialist

Select The BlankQuestion Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________.Correct Answer internal analysisYour Answer internal analysis

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion It is used extensively in organisation and is concerned with action or performanceCorrect Answer Operational controlYour Answer Operational control


Turnaround Strategies Retrenchments - either internally or externally Retrenchments by externally only

Retrenchment Strategies Contraction of activities through elimination of the scope of one or more of its business Retrenchments - either internally or externally

Divestment Strategies Involves the sale or liquidation of a portion of a business Involves the sale or liquidation of a portion of a business

True/FalseQuestion Analysis of variances leads to a plan for corrective actionCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Factors to be considered while deciding candidates for divestiture areCorrect Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reactionYour Answer taxes , availability of buyers , market reaction


Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Business is rated on which dimensionsCorrect Answer Market attractiveness , Business strengthYour Answer Market attractiveness , Profit margin , Competition level

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Strategic intentCorrect Answer obsession with an organization , ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for.Your Answer ambitions in proportion to their existing resources & capabilities , what the organization strives for. , concept of optimization

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The various areas covered by social responsibility areCorrect Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer CircleYour Answer Inner Circle , Intermediate circle , Outer Circle

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion supplier & technological environment is concerned withCorrect Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technologyYour Answer quality & no. of suppliers , logistics , raw material , trends and rate of change of technology

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The process of forecasting an organization's future demands for and supply of right type of people in right number isCorrect Answer Man-power planningYour Answer Man-power planning

Select The BlankQuestion Make or buy decision is related with ________strategy.Correct Answer vertical ( backward ) integrationYour Answer vertical ( forward )

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The tool used for decision making in 'A range of futures' scenario isCorrect Answer Technology forecastingYour Answer Technology forecasting

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Criteria for making an evaluation areCorrect Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment , MoneyYour Answer Consistency with goals , Consistency with environment

True/FalseQuestion Micro environment is the internal environment of a company.Correct Answer TrueYour Answer False

Select The BlankQuestion Value chain analysis is an effective tool for ________.Correct Answer internal analysisYour Answer product performance analysis

True/FalseQuestion Companies have strenghts in a number of areas but their key strength are few in numberCorrect Answer TrueYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Getting new users is a position defense strategy.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Labour satisfaction may result in unethical behaviour as anger.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Associated external agencies meansCorrect Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc.Your Answer channel members, customers, suppliers etc.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Core ideologyCorrect Answer core values , core purposeYour Answer core values , core purpose , ideas and suggestions

Select The BlankQuestion GATT stands for ________.Correct Answer general agreement on trade & tariffYour Answer general agreement on trade & tariff


Friday, 12 July 2013Strategic Management-Set 7Select The BlankQuestion Module of Flotilla strikes an optimum balance of ________ and flexibilityCorrect Answer StandardisationYour Answer Standardisation

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Organizational models areCorrect Answer multinational model , international model , global organizational modelYour Answer international model , global organizational model , multinational model

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