DISTANCE EDUCATION
B.Com. (Co operation) DEGREE EXAMINATION, MAY 2017.
PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT
Time Three hours Maximum 100 marks
PART A — 8 40 marks)
Answer any FIVE questions.
1. Explain the nature of management.
2. Briefly explain the purposes of planning.
3. Describe any two types of decision making.
4. State the features of line and staff organization.
5. Explain the different bases of departmentalization.
6. Describe the nature of job analysis.
7. Outline the principles of directing.
8. Discuss the significance of coordination in management.
PART B — 15 60 marks)
Answer any FOUR questions.
9. Explain the different approaches to modem management.
10. Discuss the Steps in planning.
11. Explain the factors that influence decision making in an
organisation.
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DE-121
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12. Explain the different principles of delegation of authority.
13. Discuss the process of manpower planning and
implementation.
14. Compare the Maslow and Herzberg theories of
motivation.
15. Describe various control techniques adopted by
management.