Operations Management” Specialization

(May 2012)

 Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Operations Management” Specialization

OM 0010 - Operations Management (4 credits)

(Book ID:B1232 )

ASSIGNMENT- Set 1

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks. Answer all the questions.

1. Describe the system perspective of operations management.

2. Explain the operations strategy model.

3. Explain the significance of various parameters /techniques used to evaluate decisions relating to plant and equipment.

4. Briefly explain the important techniques based on which planning and execution of operational process is conducted.

5. Explain the various criteria in selecting a suitable location

6. The table on the below presents the data regarding actual demand and forecasts for two products, X and Y, in the six months from January 2012 to June 2012. Using moving average (6 months), make demand estimates for products X and Y for the months July 2012, August 2012 and September 2012.

Month		Jan-12		Feb-12		Mar-12		Apr-12		May-12		Jun-12
Actual Demand
Product X	Demand		2680		2600		2350		2630		2400		2620
Product Y	Demand		1260		1220		1200		1290		1220		1280

(May 2012)

 Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Operations Management” Specialization

OM 0011 – Enterprise Resource Planning (4 credits)

(Book ID: B1233 )

ASSIGNMENT- Set 1

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks. Answer all the questions.

1. Summarise the advantages of ERP systems

2. Evaluate the importance of integrated information systems in an organisation’s success

3.

a. List the technologies that increase the power and effectiveness of an ERP system.

b. Differentiate between commercial and open source ERP

4. Describe the main functions of material management module.

5. Discuss the three types of information essential for a successful ERP system

6. Briefly describe the functioning of a ERP System

Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3 (May 2012)

“Operations Management” Specialization

OM 0011 – Enterprise Resource Planning (4 credits)

(Book ID:B1233 )

ASSIGNMENT- Set 2

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks

1. Describe the ERP inventory module.

2.

a. List the applications of analytical CRM

b. Summarise the various features of ERP financial module

3.

a. Evaluate the importance of end user training for the success of ERP implementation

b. State the benefits of a ERP system

4. Who are the major ERP players in the India market? Explain in brief

5. Write a note on SAP R/3

6.

a. Evaluate the role of consultants in the success of ERP projects

b. Which are the new channels explored by ERP vendors

(May 2012)

 Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Operations Management” Specialization

OM 0012 – Supply Chain Management (4 credits)

(Book ID:B1234)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 1

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks. Answer all the questions.

1. Define Supply Chain. Discuss the various supply chain elements.

2. Discuss the elements of Logistics

3.

a. Explain the six–step approach of effective forecasting.

b. Describe dynamic replenishment

4. Evaluate the supply chain strategies for purchasing items

5. How can differential advantage be achieved through Supply Chain Management?

6. Describe the steps in procurement process

(May 2012)

Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Operations Management” Specialization

OM 0012 – Supply Chain Management (4 credits)

(Book ID:B1234)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 2

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks

1.

a. List the ten steps of assessment of supply chain management

b. List out the benefits of mapping the supply chain process.

2. Summarise the important components of Supply Chain

3. Evaluate the E-business impact on Supply Chain

4. Summarise the role of marketing in Supply Chain Management.

5. Explain the need and importance of Reverse Supply Chain Management

6.

a. List the advantages of SCOR

b. What is RFID? What are the advantages of RFID in Supply Chain Management?

(May 2012)

 Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Operations Management” Specialization

OM 0013 – Advanced Production and Operations Management (4 credits)

(Book ID: B1235)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 1

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks. Answer all the questions.

1. What do you mean by operation strategy? Explain the contents of operation strategy.

2.

a. Explain the major competitive dimensions of operations strategy.

b. List the different types of benchmarking that could contribute to performance improvement

3. What is Flexible Manufacturing System? How does it help in improving the manufacturing process?

4. Name and explain the different types of plant layouts.

a. Compare Logical and Physical Modelling

b. Differentiate between process and product layout

5. Describe the seven key strategies in assuring that the company or agency creates a culture of ideas.

6. What are the systems views that must be considered while planning a project?

(May 2012)

Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Operations Management” Specialization

OM 0013 – Advanced Production & Operations Management (4 credits)

(Book ID: B1235)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 2

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks

1. Explain the role of MRP in production planning system

2. Describe the different types of waiting line models

3. Give examples of the practical applications of Just In Time(JIT)

4. Explain the aggregate planning process.

5. Differentiate between Mass Production and Toyota Production System.

6. What are the three major challenges faced by Computer Integrated Manufacturing?

(May 2012)

Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Project Management” Specialization

PM 0010 – Introduction to Project Management (4 credits)

(Book ID: B1236)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 1

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks. Answer all the questions.

1. Describe briefly the characteristics and constraints of a project.

2.

a. Explain the various tools and techniques used in project life cycle.

b. What are the responsibilities of project manager?

3.

a. Describe the role of project Management in strategy.

b. List the benefits that project management process offers to an organization

4. Describe the approaches that are used to screen projects

5. Explain the various tools and techniques uses for Project HR Management

6. Explain why determining the technical basis of a project is an irreversible decision and

also explain the parameters which are analysed in conducting the detailed financial

analysis of a project.

(May 2012)

Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Project Management” Specialization

PM 0010 – Introduction to Project Management (4 credits)

(Book ID: B1236)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 2

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks

1. Explain the types of contracts that are entered into in project procurement.

2.

a. Derive the steps to develop a work breakdown structure of a project.

b. Explain the different types of risks involved in a project with examples.

3. Explain the steps to be followed to successfully implement the ISO 9000 standards in a

company.

4. Summarise the basic essentials that the project management should be able to support.

5. What do you understand by ethics and what is its role in project Management?

6. What are the features of project management software?

(May 2012)

Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Project Management” Specialization

PM 0011 – Project Planning & scheduling (4 credits)

(Book ID: B1237)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 1

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks. Answer all the questions.

1.

a. What is the importance of planning for projects?

b. List the project plan elements

2. What are the factors need to be considered while developing WBS?

3. What is the significance of a Business Case for a Project? What are the items of

information necessary for this?

4.

a. What are the inputs for the cost estimating process

b. Explain the resource allocation in projects.

5. Explain the steps to draw a CPA chart.

6. What are the inputs or basic requirements for planning quality of projects

(May 2012)

Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Project Management” Specialization

PM 0011 – Project Planning & scheduling (4 credits)

(Book ID: B1237)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 2

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks

1. What is project optimization?

2. Summarise how MS project aids in calculating a schedule

3. Explain the various design stages of project life cycle.

4. Explain four different types of predecessor.

5. Explain various model used for business value

6. Write a note on assessing project profitability

(May 2012)

Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Project Management” Specialization

PM 0012 – Project Finance & budgeting (4 credits)

(Book ID: B1238)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 1

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks. Answer all the questions.

1. Explain BOOT, BOT and BOO project financing methods and the advantages and

disadvantages

2. Write a note on financing methods and their role in a project

3. Evaluate the golden rules of project risk management.

4. Define the factors you would consider while making the project budget? Justify your

answer with an example

5.

a. Differentiate between NPV , IRR and payback period

b. Explain the particulars which are to be included in the project proposal

6. Having two good project proposals, how will you identify the best between the two by

considering the criteria for identifying project?

(May 2012)

Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 3

“Project Management” Specialization

PM 0012 – Project Finance & budgeting (4 credits)

(Book ID: B1238)

ASSIGNMENT- Set 2

Marks 60

Note: Each Question carries 10 marks

1. Define ratio analysis. What are various types of analysis one can adopt in project

financing

2. Describe the three processes involved with cost management process

3. List the major advantages of the parametric model.

4. Explain the concept of EVM( Earned Value Management)

5. Evaluate the various project valuation methods

6. Explain the role of different stakeholders of project evaluation.