DISTANCE EDUCATION
P.G.D. (PM IR) EXAMINATION, MAY 2016.
MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS
(2005 onwards)
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
SECTION A — 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions.
1. Define the following types of plans:
Strategic plans,
Operational plans,
Specific plans,
Directional plans.
2. Differentiate between formal and informal organization.
3. Bring out the factors determining the effective span of
control.
4. Explain the process of effective decision making.
5. Describe the characteristics of effective organization.
6. Explain the strategic considerations in planning.
7. Narrate the principles of deligation of authority.
8. Describe the ways of improving core competencies.
Sub. Code
11
DE-3201
2
Ws 11
SECTION B — × 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions.
9. Make an account of the evolution of management
thought.
10. Explain in components of planning.
11. List and explain the factors that form the basis of
organization structures.
12. Explain the process of control with suitable examples.
13. Explain the need and techniques of coordination.
14. Discuss the differences between centralization and
decentralization.
15. Discuss the role and process of business process
reengineering.