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CENTRE FOR DISTANCE EDUCATIONANNA UNIVERSITY CHENNAI – 600 025

28.10.2010

College of Engineering Study CentreCentre for Distance Education

Set 5 Academic Year Batch -2009

Attention: Students of IV semester MBA

The IV semester MBA programme students are requested to prepare assignments for the

topics given below and submit the same to the office of the Coordinators of College of

Engineering College study centre on or before 5.00 PM, 12 th December 2010.

Coordinator.Note:

Office Timings: 10.00 AM to 4.00 PM

Saturday and Sundays working days till the submission of the assignments.

Weekly Holiday- Tuesday

DIRECTION TO THE STUDENTS:

1.Submit the assignments (assignment1 and assignment 2) in two separate folders but at

the same time.

2.A sample FIRST PAGE of a subject is attached for your reference. Use the same

template for all the subjects.

3.The last date for the submission of assignment is 12th December 2010.Minimum page of

the each assignment of any subject should be 5 pages.

4.Assignments of all subjects should be submitted at the same time and acknowledgement

will be given.

5.Assignments will be collected only at CEG study centre office which is located above the

CEG canteen.

6. ONLY HAND WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

7. Students are strictly advised to submit their assignments ON OR BEFORE DUE DATE.

8. There will be no postponement of DUE DATE.

SET 5 -ACADEMIC YEAR BATCH - 2009 S5

NAME : Mr. XY

ROLL NO : 0905MBA0000

CONTACT NO :

SPECIALIZATION OPTED:

TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

BATCH NO:B1 DBA1735SUBJECT NAME: KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT

(Mark a tick on the check box if the assignment is submitted)

ASSIGNMENT 1

ASSIGNMENT 2

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IV Semester Technology Management Assignment Title DBA1735- KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT

ASSIGNMENT- I 10 Marks

1. Why Knowledge management is important today and describes KM application of individual; groupay organization level?

2. List of explain the various tools

ASSIGNMENT- II 10 Marks

1. Explain in detail the various knowledge

2. What are the major steps involved in developing a KM strategy? What sorts of information are needed in order to recommend a KM strategy to an organization?

DBA 1736- EMERGING TRENDS IN TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT


1. Describe the contributory aspects of Technology sourcing, Risk and complexity Management, R&D, Design and Innovation Management factors for an effective Technology Management.

2. Discuss with examples, the Planning and bridging strategies that help in viewing today’s Technology Management in the Global perspective.


1. Discuss with examples, the various predictable ‘Industry domains’ and Business areas, where the emerging technology could be enabled in the near Future.

2. Compare the ‘Technology Competitiveness’ of India with that of the other developed countries duly analyzing the advantageous factors in such comparison.

DBA-1761 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS


1. Describe the scope of copyright protection in a digital environment.

2. Explain the co-existence of IP rights in trademarks on the internet.


1. What are the various objectives of TRIPS for protection of IPRs?

2. What is counterfeiting? Describe the impact of counterfeiting in the case of

(i) Pharmaceuticals

(ii) Consumer goods

IV SemesterFinancial Services Management Assignment Title

DBA1753- INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MARKET & SERVICES


1. Collect any 5 Supreme Court cases with judgment related to the industrial disputes?

2. Critically evaluate the child labour, female labour & Constriction labour laws. its practices in India? .


1. Explain the need of Forecasting exchange rates and what are the different

Methods of Forecasting.

2. What are the various Challenges and Opportunities faced by MNC in finance market?

DBA1754- FINANCIAL DERIVATIVES


1. Write the development trends in financial derivatives in India.

2. Write the regularity frame work of financial derivatives in India.


1. What are the Hedging strategies used in Futures?

2. What is an option? Write the option pricing models? Differentiate options and swaps.

DBA1764- STRATEGIC INVESTMENT AND FINANCIAL DECISIONS


1. What is “Financial Distress”? Explain its causes, consequences and response to financial distress. Also explain any three “Bankruptcy prediction models”.

2. Loyal Textile Ltd is considering the replacement of one of its old textile machines. The existing machine is 5 years old, has a current market value of Rs.30, 000 and a remaining depreciable life of 10 years. The machine was originally purchased for Rs .75, 000 and is being depreciated at Rs.5, 000 per annum for tax purposes.

The new machine will cost Rs.1, 50,000 and will be depreciated on a straight line basis over 10 years with no salvage value. The management estimates that with expanded operations, there will be a need of additional working capital of Rs.30, 000. The new machine will increase the revenue of the firm to Rs.40, 000. The variable cost will go up from Rs.2, 00,000 to Rs.2, 10,000. The company’s tax rate is 35% and the cost of capital is 10%.Should the company replace its existing machine? The working capital will be fully recovered at the end of the 10th year.Note: (a) P.V.Annuity Re.1 at 10% for 10 years is 6.145.

(b) P.V.of Re.1 at 10% for 10 years is 0.386.


1. Define Capital Structure and explain its significance. Also explain the various capital structure theories with suitable examples, with emphasis on arbitrage process under M.M.Approach.

2. Asian Motors Ltd needs Rs.12 lakhs for establishment of a new factory which would yield an annual EBIT of Rs. 2 lakhs. The company has the objective of

maximizing the earnings per share. It is considering the possibility of using equity shares plus raising a debt of Rs.2 lakhs, 6 lakhs or 10 lakhs. The current market price per share is Rs.40.It is expected to drop to Rs.25 if the market borrowings exceed Rs.7, 50,000. Cost of borrowing will be as follows: Up to Rs.2, 50,000 - 10% p.a Between 2, 50,001 and Rs.6, 25,000 - 14% p.a Between 6, 25,001 and Rs.10, 00,000 - 16% p.a Assuming a tax rate of 40%, work out the EPS. Recommend the plan which would meet the objective of the management.

General Management Assignment Title

DBA1728 SOFTWARE PROJECT &QUALITY MANAGEMENT


1. Breiefly describe the process of software project maintenance & project closer

2. Explain the base & means of software recruitment specifications.


1. How to identify the software quality defects & the process of removal of defects 2. Briefly explain the software quality certifications available in India & global scenario

DBA 1729- FACILITIES LOCATION AND PROCESS DESIGN

ASSIGNMENT- I 10 Marks 1. Assume that we are a project management consultant for a MNC company manufacturing & branded car wishes to enter in to the Indian Market prepare a detail report regarding the location plan layout decision


2. (a) How do we match the Product & Process management (5 Marks) (b) Write short note on following a. Capacity analysis b. Lean operations

DBA-1730 SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT


1. Explain the Dynamic changes happened in the supply chain management to meet the unforeseen challenges? What are the ways to enhance agility in the supply chain?

2. Describe the effective supply chain methods to maximizing performance of the entire manufacturing enterprise?


1. Explain about NMIZ and main features of NMIZ policy?

2. Describe lean manufacturing system. What are the key principles of lean manufacturing system?

Human Resource Management Assignment Title

DBA1747 TRAINING NEEDS ANALYSIS AND MEASURING THE EFFECTIVENESS


1. a. What is Learning Organization means?

b. “Measuring the correct training need we will give more efficient” Suggest suitable strategies to implement a statement.

ASSIGNMENT- I I 10 Marks

2. a. Compare the advantages & disadvantages of traditional training method and E-training method b. How to Employee a cost benefit analysis in a training program decision.

DBA 1748- INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND LABOUR WELFARE

ASSIGNMENT- I 10 Marks 1. Collect any 5 Supreme Court cases with judgment related to the Industrial dispute

ASSIGNMENT II 10 Marks

1. Criticaly evaluate the child labour, female labour &construction labour and its practices.

DBA-1763 ORGANISATION THEORY DESIGN& DEVELOPMENT


1. Discuss the important factor to be considered for designing organization structure of modern organization.

2. Understanding org culture and implementing change is a paramount of Interest of many organizations in this dynamic environment – Elucidate.


1. How will you manage the resistance to change and discuss the practical implications for managers?

2.”Organization Model plays vital role in effective decision making ‘. Discuss with examples.

IV Semester Health Services Management Assignment Title

DBA 1759- FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN HOSPITALS


1. Define the scope of financial management in Hospitals. What role should the

finance manager play in a modern enterprise?

2. Discuss EBIT – EPS analysis? What is the point of indifference?


1. Explain the Need for financial analysis? Discuss the techniques that help in

financial analysis?

2. Explain the concept of working capital analysis?

DBA 1760- HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN HOSPITALS


1. Explain the issues pertaining to Human Resources in Health Care Sector.

2. Human Resources Management-its growth in India – Discuss using examples


1. Should there be a special focus towards Retention of Employees and Employee Retention Management in Hospitals.

2. Explain the Concept of Counseling and the need for Counseling.

DBA 1765- MEDICAL TOURISM


1. What is medical tourism and it’ genesis? 2. How destinations affect / effect medical tourism do a swat an Asia?

ASSIGNMENT- II 10 Marks 1. Discuss acerdititation? 2. What are the emerging trends in MT and now to attract medical tourism?

IV Semester Retail Management Assignment Title

DBA 1741- RETAI INFORMATION MANAGEMENT


1.Identify a retail chain from your neighborhood. Understand the most recent

Information system they had implemented. Perform a cost benefit analysis of

the information system they had implemented and provide your view points.

2. Compare various aspects of a commercial retail information system and Open

source retail information system. Take any one product each from a commercial

and open source, compare and give your recommendation.


1. What is the global trend on shrinkage in Retail? Give an elaborate account of

the various technology solutions available for controlling shrinkage in a retail

environment.

2. From your perspective, what is the most important technology in the Retail

Environment that had revolutionized retail operations in the last 50 years. Explain

What, Why & How.

DBA 1742- RETAI OUTLET AND BRANCH MANAGEMENT


1. How to take the retail outlet decisions?

2. Trace out the emerging trends in retail outlet.

ASSIGNMENT II 10 marks

1. Explain the methods of Retail brand Preference Audit.

2. Identity the successful Indian retail brand and the story of success.

DBA 1762- RETAIL LOGISTICS


1. Discuss Retail Logistic Trends.

2. Explain Global Logistics management.

ASSIGNMENT II 10 marks

1. Describe Retail Logistics in N/W Design.

2. Discuss different modes of transportations.

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Documents

submission of assignment

assignment ii1

financial decisions

various tools assignment

marks of information

complexity management

management estimates

emerging technology