DISTANCE EDUCATION
M.B.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2017.
Third Semester
PACKING AND PACKAGING MANAGEMENT
(Upto 2012-13 Academic Year and 2013 Calendar Year)
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
PART A — × 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions.
1. Distinguish between packing and packaging.
2. Examine the use of bar codes in packaging.
3. How can proper packaging improve the shelf life of the
products?
4. What are the various packing materials used for packing
food items?
5. Bring out the features of scientific packaging.
6. Explain in detail the concept of containerization.
7. How will you calculate the packaging cost?
8. Bring out the functions of packaging.
PART B — × 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions.
9. What are the factors to be considered while packaging for
overseas shipment?
10. Discuss the different types of packaging used for packing
FMCG products.
Sub. Code
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DE-3147
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11. Explain the legal and regulatory framework guiding the
packaging industry.
12. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of using
bottles and jars for packaging.
13. Packaging is an unneccssary expenditure-Do you agree?
Give reasons for your answer.
14. Write down the mechanism behind the operation of any
two machines used for packaging.
15. Write short notes on
International Care Labeling Code
Vaccum forming
Bottling line.
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