DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.B.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2018.
Second Semester
MANAGEMENT OF INNOVATION AND R&D
(Upto 2012-13 Academic Year and 2013 Calendar Year)
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
SECTION A — x 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions.
All questions carry equal marks.
1. Enumerate the six focus areas of innovation.
2. Explain 'out-of-box thinking' with an example.
3. What are the underlying principles of Ed Debono' six
thinking hats?
4. What is complexity theory?
5. Distinguish between process innovation and product
innovation.
6. What is the significance of Global Innovation Index?
Where does India stand in the index?
7. Describe the factors that hamper innovation.
8. What is the importance of
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SECTION B — × 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions.
All questions carry equal marks.
9. Briefly explore the Doblin's ten types of innovation.
10. Explain the four zones of innovation.
11. What is the concept of technology S-curves and explain
how can it be used?
12. Describe the dimensions of organizational climate for
creativity and innovation.
13. What are intellectual property rights you need to know?
14. Present a brief outline of the role of DST, DBT and CSIR
in promoting innovation and R D activities.
15. Discuss how to encourage your employees to innovate?