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ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
SEMESTER  IV
SUBJECT CODE & NAME  MI0038- ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING
BK ID  B1964
CREDITS  4
MARKS  60
Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1  Define Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Briefly explain the major benefits of an
ERP system.
Define ERP  2  10
Explain any 8 major benefits of an ERP system  8
2  Explain ERP selection process.
Explain ERP selection process  10  10
3  Explain the various Roles of MIS. Explain decision support system (DSS) and its
advantages and disadvantages.
4 roles of MIS  4
10  Define Decision Support System  2
Advantages and disadvantages of DSS  4
4  Explain  the  role  of  manufacturing  and  production  planning  module  of  an  ERP  system.
Briefly explain the sub-modules of the manufacturing module.
Explain the role of manufacturing and production planning
module of an ERP system
2  10
Explain any 8 sub-modules of the manufacturing module  8
5  Write short notes on the following:
a. Sub-modules of CRM
b. Features of human resource management module
a. Explain the 3 sub-modules of CRM  6  10
b. Explain any 4 features  4
6  Define the role of vendors and consultants in ERP implementation.
Define vendor and role of vendors in ERP implementation  5  10
Define consultant and the role of consultants in ERP
implementation
5

ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
SEMESTER  IV
SUBJECT CODE & NAME  MI0039- E-COMMERCE
BK ID  B2015
CREDITS  4
MARKS  60
Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1  Define  the  concept  of  e-commerce.  Briefly  explain  the  benefits  and  key  challenges  of  ecommerce.
Concept of e-commerce  4
10  6 benefits of e-commerce  3
6 challenges of e-commerce  3
2  List and explain the advantages of B2C Model and B2B Model.
Advantages of B2C Model  5  10
Advantages of B2B Model  5
3  Briefly explain the developments that IT has driven in the banking industry.
Explain eight types of development   10  10
4  a. What are the benefits and limitations of Online Publishing?
b. Discuss the different approaches of Online Publishing.
a. Benefits and Limitations of online publishing  5  10
b. Explain the different approaches of online publishing  5
5  a. Elucidate the process of Electronic payment.
b. Explain the different types of E-Payment Standards.
a. Explain the process of electronic payment  4
10  b. Explain three different types of E-Payment Standards   6
6  Briefly explain the potential threats to online security.
Explain any 5 major threats to online security  10  10

ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
SEMESTER  IV
SUBJECT CODE & NAME  MI0040 – TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
BK ID  B1979
CREDITS  4
MARKS  60
Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of
400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1  Describe the concept of technology management. Briefly explain the implications of
technology management at the firm level and the national level.
Concept of technology management  4  10
Implications of technology management at the firm level
and the national level
6
2  a.  Write about the changing trends in the industry.
b.  Explain the process of strategic decision making in an organization.
a.  Explain changing trends in the industry   4  10
b.  Explain the process of  strategic decision making in an
organisation
6
3  a.  Explain the concept of strategic planning.
b.  Describe the concept of technology maps.
c.  What is technology forecasting?
a.  Explain the concept of strategic planning  4
10  b.  Describe the concept of technology maps  4
c.  Brief on technology forecasting  2
4  What is the impact of the technology change on the following:
a.  Organisational productivity
b.  Quality of work life
a.  Impact  of  technology  change  on  Organisational
productivity
5  10
b.  Impact of technology change on Quality of work life  5
5  Describe Global Information System (GIS) with neat diagram.
Diagram of GIS  4  10
Explain GIS  6
6  Explain the conceptual framework of Management of Technology with a neat diagram
Diagram  2  10
Explain the conceptual framework of management of
technology
8
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
SEMESTER  IV
SUBJECT CODE & NAME  MI0041 – JAVA AND WEB DESIGN
BK ID  B2016
CREDITS  4
MARKS  60
Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of
400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1  Briefly explain any two Java-based web technologies.
Explain any two Java-based web technologies  10  10
2  Explain the elements of HTML document structure.
Explain atleast 5 elements  10  10
3  Write a short note on
a.  Special operators
b.  Operator precedence and associativity
a.  Special operators  4
10    b.  Operator precedence and associativity  6
4  Explain dynamic polymorphism with an example of Java program.
Program  3  10
Explain dynamic polymorphism  7
5  Explain the classes in Abstract Window Toolkit (AWT).
Explain five classes of AWT  10   10
6  Explain the stages of JSP (Java Server Pages) life cycle.
5 Stages of JSP life cycle  10  10

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ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING  2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration- MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
IB0015- Foreign Trade of India
BK ID  B1908
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 CREDITS, 60 MARKS
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1  Discuss the Theory of Absolute Advantage and
Ricardo’s Theory of Comparative Advantage.
Absolute Advantage and
Ricardo’s Theory of Comparative Advantage
10  10
2  Discuss in detail Foreign Trade in India since Independence.
Foreign trade in India 10  10
3  Explain the Main Features of India’s Foreign Trade Policy
Main Features of India’s Foreign Trade Policy  10  10
4  Write short notes on India’s trade with:
a.  Special Economic Zones (SEZ)
b.  Free Trade Warehousing Zones
a.  Special Economic Zones (SEZ)
b.  Free Trade Warehousing Zones
5
5
10
5  Discuss in detail the various Sectoral Performance of India’s External Sector
Sectoral Performance of India’s External  10 10
6  What are PTA and FTA? Identify the key difference between the two.
PTA meaning
FTA Meaning
Key difference
2
2
6
10
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration- MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
IB0017 –International Business Environment and International
Law
BK ID  B1909
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 CREDITS, 60 MARKS
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1  Discuss the Driving Forces for Globalization in detail?
Driving Forces for Globalization
10
10
2  Discuss in detail various business environment?
Economic Environment
Social and Cultural Environment
Demographic Environment
Political Environment
Legal Environment
2
2
2
2
2
10
3  Explain the Relationship between Law and Business?
Relationship between Law and Business 10  10
4  Write short notes on:
a.  Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA)
b.  Industries (Development and Regulation)
a.  Foreign Exchange Management Act
(FEMA)
b.  Industries (Development and
Regulation) 
5
5
10
5  How does the TRIPs agreement protect IPRs? What are the 7 Intellectual
Properties defined in TRIPs?
TRIPS and IPRs
7 intellectual properties
5
5
10
6  What are the cultural problems associated with international negotiation?
Write a note on government versus company strength in negotiations
cultural problems associated government
versus company strength
5
5
10
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration- MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
IB0018 – Export-Import Finance
BK ID  B1910
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 CREDITS, 60 MARKS
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1
Discuss the role of EXIM bank in promoting foreign trade.
objectives
functions
conclusion
3
6
1
10
2  Explain the Mechanism for Disbursal of Pre Shipment Finance?
Mechanism for Disbursal of Pre Shipment
Finance
10  10
3  What are the various trade financing schemes?
Trade Financing Schemes  10  10
4  What are the various Risks Coverage under ECGC Policies? Discuss in detail.
Risks Coverage under ECGC Policies 5
5
10
5  Discuss the Methods of Import Finance And Import Financing Schemes.
Methods of Import Finance
Import Financing Schemes
10  10
6  What is Foreign Exchange Market? Discuss the Participants in Foreign Exchange
Markets?
Meaning
participants
4
6
10
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration- MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
IB0019/SC0006/IB0016 – INTERNATIONAL LOGISTICS &
DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT
BK ID  B1661
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 CREDITS, 60 MARKS
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1  Describe the role of global logistics operator in global trade.
Write a note on the difference between national and international
Logistics.
Role of global logistic
Difference between national and international 
5
5
10
2  Analyse  and  discuss  market-accommodation  flow  with  respect  to  operational,
planning and control and behavioural context.
Analysis of market accommodation flow in:
Operational
Planning and control
behavioral
4
3
3
10
3  Write short notes on:
a) Bulk cargo
b) Container vessel
a) Meaning and examples of bulk cargo
b) meaning and types of container vessels
4
6
10
4  How is ocean liner conferences formed? What are the types of liner associations?
Ocean liner conference
Types of liner conference
5
5
10
5  What  are  logistics  intermediaries?  Explain  the  different  types  of  intermediaries
and their strategic approaches.
Meaning  3  10
Functions
Types
3
4
6  Describe  the  various  measures  that  must  be  taken  while  transporting  the
hazardous materials.
Safety measures for hazardous materials
10
10
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

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ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
Program  MBA
Semester  4
Subject code & name  MU0015- COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Book ID  B1859
Credit & Marks  4 CREDIT, 60 MARKS
Q.
No
Marks  Total
Marks
1  (i) What is meant by “compensation management”?
(ii) Organizations design out the employee compensation packages based
on  some  ‘compensation’  and  ‘non-compensation’  dimensions.
Describe in brief the ‘compensation’ dimensions.
10
(i) Meaning of compensation management
(ii) Description of compensation’ dimensions
2
8
2  Explain the concept of Wage?
List down the pre-requisites of effective Incentive schemes?
10
Explain wage concept
Pre-requisites of effective Incentive schemes
5
5
3  What do you understand by VRS (Voluntary Retirement Scheme? Also list
down reasons, merits and demerits of VRS?
10
Concept of VRS
Reason for adopting VRS by organization, Merits and demerits of VRS
2
8
4  Discuss the Organizational and External Factors Affecting Compensation
strategies?
10
Organizational and External Factors Affecting Compensation strategies  10
5  Explain the elements of Managerial remuneration?
Elucidate some of the economic determinants of pay?
10
Elements of Managerial remuneration
Economic determinants of pay
5
5
6  Who are ‘Expatriates’? What are the objectives of ‘Expatriate
compensation’? Differentiate between Financial (extrinsic)
compensation and Non-financial (intrinsic) compensation.
10
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Meaning of expatriates
Objectives of expatriate compensation
Difference between Financial compensation & Non-financial compensation
2
3
5
*  Note  –  Answer  all  questions.  Kindly  note  that  answers  for  10  marks  questions  should  be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
Program  MBA
Semester  4
Subject code & name  MU0016- PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND APPRAISAL
Book ID  B1868
Credit & Marks  4 CREDIT, 60 MARKS
Q.
No
Marks  Total
Marks
1  Explain the aims and purpose of “Performance management’’?    10
Aims of Performance Management
Purpose of Performance Management
5
5
2  Define performance appraisal. What are the dimensions of performance
appraisal? Describe the characteristics of performance appraisal.
10
Definition of performance appraisal
Dimensions of performance appraisal
Characteristics of performance appraisal
2
3
5
3  Explain 5 traditional and 5 modern methods of performance appraisal.    10
Traditional and modern methods of performance appraisal  10
4  What is performance feedback? List any 3 important principles of
feedback? Explain some of the pitfalls of performance feedback?
10
Meaning of performance feedback
Three important principles of performance feedback
Pitfalls of performance feedback
2
6
5  What is meant by “360 Degree feedback”? Explain its purpose. What are
the advantages and disadvantages of 360 degree feedback?
10
Meaning of 360 degree feedback
Purpose of 360 degree feedback
Advantages of 360 degree feedback
Disadvantages of 360 degree feedback
2
4
2
2
6  Write a brief note on Ethics in performance management.    10
Importance of ethics in PM
Concept of PM as related to ethical aspects
Role of ethics in PM
3
4
3
*  Note  –  Answer  all  questions.  Kindly  note  that  answers  for  10  marks  questions  should  be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration- MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MU0017 – TALENT MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYEE
RETENTION
BK ID  B1869
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 Credits, 60 marks
Note  –  Answer  all  questions.  Kindly  note  that  answers  for  10  marks  questions  should  be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total
Marks
1  Explain the key elements of Talent Management System.
Explaining the key elements of a Talent Management system. 10 10
2  Define Talent Management. Discuss the Talent management Approaches.
Definition of Talent Management
Explaining the Talent management Approaches
2
8
10
3  What is retention? Explain why retention is important. List the keys to strong
retention.
Define retention.
Explain the importance of retention
List the keys to strong retention
2
6
2
10
4  Explain the key Compensation principles. What do you mean by Total rewards?
Describe the elements of Total rewards
Explaining the key compensation principles
Definition of Total rewards
Explaining the elements of Total rewards
3
2
5
10
5  Explain the organizational issues pertaining to Talent Management.
Explain the organizational issues pertaining to Talent
Management
10 10
6  Write short notes on:
a)Workforce Analysis
b)Talent Review
A brief note on Workforce Analysis
Concept and importance of Talent review
5
5
10
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration- MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MU0018 – Change Management
BK ID  B1807
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 Credits, 60 marks
Note  –  Answer  all  questions.  Kindly  note  that  answers  for  10  marks  questions  should  be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total
Marks
1  Describe Kotter’s Eight Step Change Model
A  Explaining Kotter’s Eight Step Change Model 10 10
2  Explain the various steps at which control takes place in a Change Management
Process
A  Explaining the steps at which control takes place with regard to
Change Management
10 10
3  What do you mean by Organizational Effectiveness? Explain the factors in
achieving Organizational Effectiveness.
A  Definition of Organizational Effectiveness
Explaining the factors in achieving Organizational effectiveness
2
8
10
4  Define organizational Culture. Describe briefly about the types of organizational
Culture
A  Definition of Culture.
Explaining the various types of organizational culture
2
8
10
5  Explain the Behavioural Approach to Individual Change.
A  Explanation of the Behavioural Approach 10 10
6  Write a brief note on the following:
a)Kurt Lewin’s Model of change
b)Burke-Litwin Model of organizational performance and change
A  Explaining the concept of Kurt Lewin’s model
Explaining the concept of Burke-Litwin model
5
5
10

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ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MH0056 – Public Relations & Marketing for Healthcare
Organizations
BOOK ID  B1320
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 Credits, 60 marks
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1.  Explain the concept of service and marketing. Discuss the steps involved in
healthcare marketing process.
Explanation of concept of service
Explanation of concept of marketing
Explanation of all the steps involved in
healthcare marketing process
2
2
6
10
2.  Discuss the various steps involved in marketing research.
Explanation of all the steps involved in
marketing research
10
10
3.  Discuss the types of public relations research.
Explanation of primary research
Explanation of secondary research
5
5
10
4.  Discuss the current scenario of medical tourism in India.
Explanation of medical tourism
Explanation of present situation of medical
tourism
Advantages of medical tourism
2
4
4
10
5.  Discuss the future of healthcare marketing.
Brief outline of healthcare marketing
Explanation of future of healthcare marketing
1
9 10
6.  Explain the standard metrics to evaluate public relations in healthcare.
Key factors of PR measurement and evaluation
Explanation of various PR evaluation
components
3
7
10

ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MH0057 – Management of Healthcare Human Resources
BOOK ID  B1321
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 Credits, 60 marks
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1.  Explain the strategic role of HRM in healthcare.
Explaining the strategic role of HRM in
healthcare 10
10
2.  Explain the evolution and broad perspectives of HRM in healthcare in India.
Evolution of HRM in India
Broad perspectives of HRM
6
4
10
3.  Discuss management development in healthcare organisations.
Explanation  of  various  concepts  of
management  development  in   healthcare
organisations
10
10
4.  Define performance appraisal. Explain the components of performance appraisal.
Definition of performance appraisal
Listing the components of performance
appraisal
Explanation of the components of performance
appraisal
1
2
7
10
5.  Describe HR audit process.
Mentioning the phases of HR audit process
Explanation of various phases
Mentioning the components of HR audit
process
Explanation of the components
1
4
1
4
10
6.  Discuss the importance of team work in healthcare services.
Essentials of team work  2  10
Strategies for effective team building and trust
Mc Grehor’s approach to team building
4
4
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MH0058 – Legal Aspects in Healthcare Administration
BOOK ID  B1322
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 Credits, 60 marks
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1.  Define  medical  ethics.  List  the  principles  of  medical  ethics  and  outline  the
important guidelines and documents in medical ethics.
Definition
Listing the principles
Important guidelines and documents in medical
ethics
1
2
7
10
2.  Describe accountability in healthcare. Add a note on vicarious liability.
Accountability in healthcare
Vicarious liability
6
4
10
3.  Explain the important aspects of Consumer Protection Act.
Explaining the important aspects of Consumer
Protection Act
10
10
4.  Define abortion. Explain medical termination of pregnancy act in detail.
Definition of abortion
Explanation of MTP act
1
9
10
5.  Explain the regulatory requirements in setting up and running a blood bank.
Explanation of the important regulatory
requirements in setting up and running a blood
bank. 
10    10
6.  Define and classify euthanasia. Add a note on living wills.
Definition
Classification
Living wills
1
2
7
10

ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MH0059 – Quality Management in Healthcare Services
BOOK ID  B1323
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 Credits, 60 marks
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1.  Discuss the dimensions of quality management in healthcare.
Discussing all the dimensions of quality
management in healthcare
10
10
2.  Explain the tools used for quality improvement in healthcare services.
Explaining the various tools used for quality
improvement in healthcare services
10
10
3.  Describe the various phases in implementation of Six Sigma.
Describing various phases in implementation of
Six Sigma
10
10
4.  Discuss the steps followed in implementation of QMS in healthcare organization.
Explanation of steps followed in implementation
of QMS in healthcare organization
10
10
5.  Define total quality management. Explain the importance of TQM in healthcare.
Definition of total quality management
Explanation of importance of TQM in
healthcare
2
8
10
6.  Explain team processes in healthcare.
Definition of team processes in healthcare
Explanation  of various factors of team process
Explanation of team process techniques
1
4
5
10

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ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration- MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MF0015 & INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
BK ID  B1759
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 Credits, 60 marks
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1  Explain Globalization, Advantages of Globalization and Disadvantages of
Globalization.
Explanation of globalization
Advantages of Globalization
Disadvantages of Globalization
4
3
3
10
2  In foreign exchange market many types of transactions take place. Discuss the
meaning and role of forward, future and options market.
Forward market
Future
Options 
3
3
4
10
3  Explain Swap, its features and types of Swap.
Explanation of Swap
Explanation on features of swap
Types of swap
3
5
2
10
4  Explain in detail the types of exposure and measuring economic exposure
Explanation on types of exposure
Explanation on measuring economic exposure
7
3
10
5  Elaborate on the tools of foreign exchange risk management and techniques of
exposure management.
Explanation of the tools of foreign exchange
risk management
4
10
Explanation on the techniques of exposure
management
6
6  Write short note on:
a.  Adjusted present value model (APV model)
b.  Economic and political risk
Explanation of APV model
Explanation of Economic and political risk
5
5
10
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MBA
SEMESTER  IV
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MF0016 &
TREASURY MANAGEMENT
BK ID  B1814
CREDITS   4
MARKS  60
Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400
words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total
Marks
1  Give the meaning of treasury management. Explain the need for specialized handling
of treasury and benefits of treasury.
Explanation of treasury management
Explanation of need for specialized handling of treasury
Explanation of benefits of treasury
3
5
2
10
2  Explain  foreign  exchange  market.  Write  about  all  the  types  of  foreign  exchange
markets. Explain the participants in foreign exchange markets.
Explanation of foreign exchange markets
Explanation of types of foreign exchange markets
Explanation of participants in foreign exchange markets
2
5
3
10
3  Write an overview of risk mitigation. Explain the processes of risk containment. Write
about the tools available for managing risks.
Explanation of risk mitigation
Explanation of basic steps in a typical risk containment process
Explanation of tools available for managing risks
3
4
3
10
4
What is Interest Rate Risk Management  (IRRM)? Write the components and features
of IRRM. Explain the macro and micro factors affecting interest rate.
Explanation of IRRM
Explanation of components and features of IRRM
Explanation of factors affecting interest rate(Macro and Micro)
2
5
3
10
5
Explain the contents of working capital. Write down the need for working capital.
Explanation of contents of working capital
Explanation of need for working capital
5
5
10
6  Explain the concepts and benefits of integrated treasury. Explain the advantages and
disadvantages of operating treasury.
Explanation of concepts and benefits of integrated treasury
Explanation of advantages and disadvantages of operating treasury
6
4
10
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MF0017 & MERCHANT BANKING AND FINANCIAL
SERVICES
BK ID  B1815
CREDITS   4
MARKS  60
Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400
words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total
Marks
1  Rating methodology is used by the major Indian credit rating agencies. Explain the
main factors of that are analyzed in detail by the credit rating agencies.
Business risk analysis
Financial analysis
Management evaluation
Geographical analysis
Regulatory and competitive environment
Fundamental analysis
2
2
2
2
1
1
10
2  Give  the  meaning  of  the  concept  of  venture  capital  funds.  Explain  the  features  of
venture capital fund.
Meaning of venture capital funds
Features of venture capital funds
3
7
10
3  Hire  purchase  is  one  of  the  important  concept.  There  are  certain  features  of  hire
purchase  agreement  so explain  the  points  of  it.  Differentiate  between  hire  purchase
and leasing.
Concept of hire purchase
Differences between hire purchase and leasing
5
5
10
4  Explain the concept of Depository receipts. Write down the difference between
American Depository Receipts (ADR) and Global Depository Receipts (GDR) also
mention the issues involved in ADR/GDR.
Explanation of Depository Receipts
Differences between ADR and GDR
Issues involved in ADR/GDR
4
3
3
10
5  What is Online Trading? Explain the process of online trading.
Measuring and explanation of Online Trading
Explanation of process of Online trading
4
6
10
6  Write short notes on:
Depository Participants
Benefits of Depository Systems
Depository Participants
Benefits of Depository Systems
5
5
10
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MF0018 & INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT
BK ID  B1816
CREDITS   4
MARKS  60
Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400
words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total
Marks
1  Explain price risk and its types. Explain Risk management methods
Explanation of price risk and types
Explanation on risk management methods
4
6
10
2  An organization is a legal entity which is created to do some activity of some purpose.
There  are  elements  of  a  life  insurance  organization.  Explain  the  elements  of  life
insurance organization.
Important activities
Internal organization
Distribution system
Functions of the agent
2
3
2
3
10
3  Explain  the  doctrine  of  indemnity,  doctrine  of  subrogation  and  warranties  and  its
types and classification.
Explanation of doctrine of indemnity
Explanation of doctrine of subrogation
Explanation of warranties and its types and classifications 
3
3
4
10
4  Give short notes on :
Evidence and claim notice.
Subrogation
Salvage
Evidence and claim notice   4  10
Subrogation
Salvage
3
3
5  Explain the marketing mix (7 P’s) for insurance companies
Explanation on the marketing mix for insurance companies   10  10
6  Explain the benefits of reinsurance. Elaborate on the application of reinsurance.
Benefits of reinsurance
Application of reinsurance
5
5
10

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ASSIGNMENT
Drive  SPRING 2016
Program  MBA - SEM 4
Subject code & name  MB0052- Strategic Management and Business Policy
Book ID  B1699
Credit and Max.
Marks
4 credits; 60 marks
Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.
No
Questions  Marks  Total
Marks
1  What is strategy? Explain the various level of strategy in an organization. 10
Meaning of strategy
Levels
4
6
2  Specify the interrelationship between strategic planning and strategic
management. Which comes first?
10
Explanation of the concepts    10
3  What is a mission statement? Differentiate between a mission statement and a
vision statement.
10
Mission Statement
Differences
4
6
4  What is SWOT analysis? Explain SWOT analysis in the form of a matrix?  10
Explanation of the concepts   10 
5  Define corporate turnaround? Distinguish between surgical and nonsurgical
turnaround. Explain with some examples?
10
Corporate turnaround
Surgical turnaround
nonsurgical turnaround
4
3
3
6  What are the major characteristics of an effective strategy evaluation system?
Analyse these characteristics.
10
Explanation of the concepts  10
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  Master of Business Administration- MBA
SEMESTER  4
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MB0053 –International Business Management
BK ID  B1724
CREDIT &  MARKS  4 CREDITS, 60 MARKS
Note – Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Questions  Marks  Total Marks
1  Explain the different international trade theories?
Mercantilism
Absolute advantage theory
Comparative advantage theory
Product lifecycle theory
Porter’s diamond model
2
2
2
2
2
10
2  Hofstede said “Culture is more often a source of conflict than of synergy”. Discuss this
statement and explain the five cultural dimensions.
Views on statement
5 cultural dimensions
2
8
10
3  Regional integration is helping the countries in growing their trade. Discuss this
statement. Describe in brief the various types of regional integrations.
Regional integration
types
3
7
10
4  Write short note on:
a) Foreign currency derivatives
b) bases of international tax systems
a) meaning and role of foreign currency
derivatives
b) bases of international tax system
5
5
10
5  Strategic planning involves allocation of resources to firms to fulfil their long term
goals. What are the types of strategic planning? Compare Top-down Vs Bottom-up
planning.
Types of strategic planning
Top-down vs bottom-up planning
5
5
10
6  Explain the function of human resource planning
Discuss the scope of International Human Resource Management
Explain the function of human resource
planning
Discuss the scope of IHRM
5
5
10

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ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MBA
SEMESTER  IV
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MA0043
CORPORATE BANKING
BK ID  B1817
CREDIT   4
MARKS  60
Note:  Answer  all  questions.  Kindly  note  that  answers  for  10  marks  questions  should  be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Question  Marks  Total Marks
1  Explain the features and various aspects of Project finance.
A  Features and various aspects of Project Finance 10  10
2  Compare and contrast financial and operating lease.
A  Financial and operating lease  10  10
3  What do you understand by securitization ?
What are the types of assets available for securitization in the Indian context ?
A  Securitisation
Type of assets available for securitization in Indian
context
4
6 10
4  Explain the role of Hypothecation, Pledge, Assignment and Mortgage in corporate finance.
A  Role of Hypothecation, Pledge, Assignment and
Mortgage in corporate finance
3
2
2
3
10
5  Explain some of the important exchange rate quotes in foreign exchange transactions
made by banks.
A Important exchange rate quotes in foreign exchange
mechanism 10 10
6  Explain the business of Foreign Exchange Dealers Association of India.
Explain the role of International Chamber of Commerce.
A  Foreign Exchange Dealers Association of India.
Role of International Chamber of Commerce.
6
4
10
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE   SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MBA
SEMESTER  IV
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MA0044
INSTITUTIONAL BANKING
BK ID  B1818
CREDIT   4
MARKS  60
Note:  Answer  all  questions.  Kindly  note  that  answers  for  10  marks  questions  should  be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Question  Marks  Total Marks
1  Challenges faced by Institutional banking are many. Could you illustrate a-few of them ?
A  Challenges faced by institutional bankers 10  10
2
Elaborate the contributions of Development banks :
a)  In Small scale sector
b)  In development of international trade
A
a)  Small scale sector including micro, small and
medium enterprises.
b)  International trade
7
3 10
3  Enumerate the role of  Infrastructure Development  Finance Company  of India(IDFC) as
DFI.
A  Role  of  Infrastructure  Development  Finance
Company of India (IDFC) as DFI.
10 10
4  Elaborate the challenges faced by the Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) in India.
A  Challenges faced by Microfinance institutions in
India
10 10
5  Describe the changes that took place in the operating environment of the housing finance
sector in recent times.
Changes in the operating environment of the  
A  housing finance sector in recent times. 10  10
6  Illustrate the importance of globalization in Banking sector in India.
How far the convergence in Basel –III norms important in this regard ?
A  Importance of globalization in Banking sector in
India
Importance with respect to convergence in Basel III
norms
6
4
10
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING 2016
PROGRAM  MBA
SEMESTER  IV
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MA0042/MA0047
TREASURY MANAGEMENT
BK ID  B1813
CREDIT   4
MARKS  60
Note:  Answer  all  questions.  Kindly  note  that  answers  for  10  marks  questions  should  be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Question  Marks  Total Marks
1  “The  Treasury  organisation  deals  with  analysing,  planning  and  implementing  treasury
functions”  In  the  light  of  the  quotation  explain  the  concept  of  treasury  management  in
banks.
A  Different aspects of Treasury organisation   10  10
2  “Highly rated corporate borrowers in India are permitted to issue unsecured debt-notes to
meet the need of their working capital”. In the light of this statement cite two such popular
instruments and explain their essential features.
A  “Highly  rated  corporate  borrowers  in  India  are
permitted to issue unsecured debt-notes to meet the
need  of  their  working  capital”.  In  the  light  of  this
statement  cite  two  such  popular  instruments  and
explain their essential features.
5
5
10
3  Explain the features of ADRs and GDRs.
Distinguish between Depository Receipts and Participatory Notes.
What is a Foreign Exchange Derivative ?
A  ADRs and GDRs
Depository Receipts and Participatory Notes
Foreign Exchange Derivative
3
3
4
10
4  Critically analyse the tools available for managing risks in a financial institution.
A Tools available for managing risks 10 10
5  What are the assumptions in preparation of gap report in terms of assets, liabilities as well
as off balance sheet items ?
A  Assumptions to prepare gap report in terms of
Assets, Liabilities and off balance sheet items
10  10
6  Write notes on :
a)  Gap limit
b)  Stop Loss Limit
c)  Value at Risk Approach
A  Write notes on :
a)  Gap limit
b)  Stop Loss Limit
c)  Value at Risk Approach
4
2
4
10
ASSIGNMENT
DRIVE  SPRING  2016
PROGRAM  MBA
SEMESTER  IV
SUBJECT CODE &
NAME
MA0041/MA0046
MERCHANT BANKER
BK ID  B1812
CREDIT   4
MARKS  60
Note:  Answer  all  questions.  Kindly  note  that  answers  for  10  marks  questions  should  be
approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.
Q.No  Question  Marks  Total Marks
1  “Every merchant banker shall abide by the codes of conduct as specified in the SEBI Act
1992”. In the light of the statement describe the guidelines issued in the Act.
A  Code of conduct for Merchant Bankers 10  10
2  “Through  the  mechanism  of  book  building  the  listed  companies  can  raise  capital  by
offering  Initial  Public  Offers  (IPOs)  as  well  as  Follow-on  Public  Offers  (FPOs)”.
Enumerate by citing the relevant guidelines.
A
Book Building
Process, Methods and guidelines
10  10
3  Define  and  distinguish  American  Depository  Receipts  (ADRs)  and  Global  Depository
Receipts (GDRs).
Who are the parties involved in ADR/GDR issues ?
A  American  Depository  Receipts  (ADRs)  and  Global
Depository Receipts (GDRs) & Differences
Parties involved in ADR/GDR issues
6
4
10
4  Explain the following merchant banking services :
a)  Factoring
b)  Forfeiting
c)  Venture Capital Financing
d)  Loan syndication
A
Explain the following merchant banking services :
a)  Factoring 3 10
b)  Forfeiting
c)  Venture Capital Financing
d)  Loan syndication
3
2
2
5  Enumerate the concept and risks inherent in Portfolio management.
How will you measure the risks and returns of a portfolio?
A  Concept of Portfolio management & types of risks
Risks and returns of a portfolio
6
4
10
6  “The credit rating methodology used by the major Indian Credit Rating Agencies (CRAs)
involves  an  assessment  of  all  aspects  influencing  the  creditworthiness  of  an  issuer
company”.
What are the main factors considered for detailed analysis by the major CRAs ?
What are the limitations in credit ratings ?
A  Rating methodology
Limitations of credit ratings
6
4
10