Bba Syllabus Cbcs 1430361639
Bba Syllabus Cbcs 1430361639
Bba Syllabus Cbcs 1430361639
Kachchh University
Bachelor of Business Administration
Semester-I
CC101: GENERAL ENGLISH
Introduction : The field of management has undergone a sea change and has
today assumed a form of a profession with a well-defined body of knowledge.
This knowledge is continuously evolving and new issues and findings are
constantly emerging. This field is attracting many people who want to undergo a
formal training in this area.
1.
Objective:
To familiarize students with the best samples of writings in English so that
they can learn the structure of the language as it is used creatively. ; To orient
students to social and cultural issues. ; To acquaint students with different
writing styles of English.
2.
3.
Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester
Mid-Semester
Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Class Participation
70%
20%
10%
Course Contents :
4.
Module
No.
1
2
3
4
5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Marks
(%)
25%
Grammar:
Tenses , Subject-verb agreement, Preposition, Articles, Modals
Speaking Skills:and Organizational Politics
25%
25%
25%
6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
70%
20%
10%
3.
Course Contents:
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
No.
Introduction to Management and Planning
1
Management: Meaning and process of management.
Planning: Meaning; planning process; planning remises; types of
plans based on breadth and use
Forecasting, Decision making
2
Forecasting: Meaning; techniques of forecasting Historical
analogy method, survey method, business barometers, time series
analysis, regression analysis, significance and limitations of
forecasting
Decision making: Meaning; decision making process; techniques of
decision making Decision Tree, PERT and CPM.
Organizing Part 1
3
Introduction - Meaning of organizing; principles of organizing.
Departmentation Meaning; bases of departmentation
function wise, product wise, territory wise, process wise and
customer wise.
Delegation Meaning; elements of delegation; principles
of effective delegation.
Centralization and decentralization Meaning; factors
affecting degree of centralization and decentralization.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
Organizing Part
25%
Types of organizations (10 Hours)
Formal organizations: Line; Functional; Line and staff; Committee
(only the meaning, advantages and limitations of all the four forms)
Informal organizations: Meaning; benefits; problems.
4.Topics for assignments:
1. Levels of management and the combination of skills required at each level.
2. Management an art, a science or a profession?
3. Methods of business forecasting opinion poll method, extrapolation method,
input-output analysis and econometric models.
4. Types of managerial decisions.
5. Span of management and factors affecting the same.
5. Suggested topics for seminars and presentations:
1. Inspiring business mentors.
2. Innovation and creativity in business.
3. Current business environment.
4. Management by Objectives.
6. Recommended Text Books & Suggested reference Books:
Text book:
1. L. M. Prasad; Principles of Management; Sultan Chand and Sons, 6th edition.
2. Karminder Ghuman and K. Aswathapa; Management Concept,
Practice and Cases; Tata McGraw Hill; 1st edition (2010)
Reference Book:
Gupta, Sharma and Bhalla; Principles of Business Management; Kalyani
Publications; 1st edition.
7. Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken
at the end of the semester. The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
10%
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all
courses is so decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The
format includes subjective, objective and applications questions so the test of
students can be done on parameters like conceptual knowledge, its application in
actual sense, his or her memory and presence of mind. The structure is as under:
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8. Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
4
70%
20%
10%
3.
Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
No.
A) FUNDAMENTALS OF ACCOUNTANCY:
1
Meaning, Scope and Utility of Accounts, Methos of keeping Books
of Accounts, Difference between Book keeping and Accountancy,
Users of Accounts, fundamental Accounting Equation, Types of
Accounts, Rules of Debit and Credit, Types of Transactions, Types
of Assets and Liabilities.
B) CAPITAL, REVENUE,
DEFERRED
REVENUE
EXPENSES, RESERVES, PROVISIONS AND CONTINGENT
LIABILITY:
Meaning and difference between Capital and Revenue
Incomes and Expenses, Identification of Capital and Revenue
Expenses and Incomes, Meaning of
Deferred Revenue
Expense, Difference between Reserves and Provisions,
meaning of Contingent Liability
C) ACCOUNTING
CONCEPTS,
CONVENTIONS
PRINCIPLES:
Accounting Principles, Policies, Concepts and Conventions.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Identification of
different Accounting concept applied in various transactions, its
accounting entries and its presentation in Annual Financial
Statement
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
Note :
25%
4.
Topics for Assignments:
1. Accounting Standards in India An Introduction
2. AS 2 (Valuation of Inventory) and AS 10 (Fixed Assets)
3. Accounting Cycle (Practical Sums based on recording in Journal/ Subsidiary Book to
preparation of Trial Balance)
5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
7.
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
Introduction: Knowledge has many branches and Economics is an Important and useful
branch of knowledge. The knowledge of Economics is being used for initiating and
accelerating growth in the Economies.
1. Objective: The objective of this course is to equip the students with conceptual
understanding of finance and its practical application. It is expected that the students
possess a sound base in accounting principles and practices including financial
analysis. The course intends to equip students with the ability to apply concepts in
managerial decision making. At the end of the course, they are expected to have
learnt the methodology and techniques for application of financial and managerial
accounting and information in the formation of policies and in the planning and
control of the operations of the organization.
2. Evaluation:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester Examination
70%
Mid-Semester Examination
20%
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
10%
3. Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
No.
Definitions of Economics: Scarcity and Growth definitions;
1
Introduction to Micro Economics; Definition, Scope, Importance
and Limitations of Micro Economics; Important Concepts;
Economic goods and Free Goods, Price and Value, Want and
Demand, Production Possibility Curve; Economic Systems; Planned
Economy, Free Market Economy and Mixed Economy
Theory of Demand: Meaning of Demand and Determinants of Demand
2
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
25%
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
9
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
10
25%
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
11
2 Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester
Mid-Semester
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
70%
20%
10%
3 Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
No.
Set theory:
1
Introduction; Types of Sets; Venn Diagrams; Operations on Sets;
Cartesian Product of two Sets; Applications
Function :
2
Definition ;Types of functions ; Some functions in Commerce and
Economics Applications
Limit :
Introduction; Definition and working rules of Limit; Some Standard
Limits
Permutations and Combinations:
3
Introduction; Important notations, meaning; Applications
Co-ordinate Geometry :
4
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
25%
5. Assignment:
1. Assignment on set theory
2. Assignment on function and limit
3. Assignment on permutation and combination
4. Assignment on co-ordinate geometry and arithmetic & geometric progression
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6. Seminar Topics:
1. Prepare a project on the application of function used in real life.
2. Use of permutation and combination in TRANSPORT SYSTEM.
7.
Refrences:
1. Business Mathematics . (Second Edition) Qazi Zameeruddin, Vijay K Khanna, SK
Bhambri. (Vikas Publication)
2. Business Mathematics II J. K. Singh , Deepti Rani. (Himalaya Pubklishing House)
3. Mathematics for Management An Introduction M Raghavachari (Tata Mc
GrawHill)
8. Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken
at the end of the semester. The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
10%
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all
courses is so decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The
format includes subjective, objective and applications questions so the test of
students can be done on parameters like conceptual knowledge, its application in
actual sense, his or her memory and presence of mind. The structure is as under:
9. Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
13
4.
25%
25%
25%
15
8.
g.
h.
i.
j.
Clients/patients to a counselor
Taking interviews (like a media personnel) of celebrities
Reactions/evasive replies/ negative responses to unwanted telephone calls
Conversation between teacher-student/boss-employee
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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2.
Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester
70%
Mid-Semester
20%
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
10%
3.
Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
Marks
No.
(%)
1
Staffing Meaning;
25%
A.
Human Resource Planning Meaning; importance.
B.
Job Analysis Meaning; importance.
C.
Recruitment Meaning; only sources of recruitment.
D.
Selection Meaning; only the selection process.
E.
Training Meaning; methods of training job rotation,
lectures/conferences, vestibule (a short note on these).
2
Directing Meaning; Principles of directing
25%
Motivation Meaning; Theories of motivation - Herzbergs TwoFactor theory, McGregors Theory X and Theory Y, Theory Z. ;
Leadership Meaning; Theories of leadership Blake and Moutons
Managerial grid, Leadership Continuum. ; Communication Meaning;
importance.
Control. Meaning; nature of control; importance of control; the
3
25%
control process; essentials/principles of effective control system;
techniques of control Break-Even Analysis.
4
Emerging issues in Management
25%
Knowledge Management Meaning; objectives.
Technology Management Meaning; functions, limitations.
Corporate Social Responsibility Meaning; arguments for and against
CSR
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4.
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
20
2.
Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
Mid-Semester examination
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
70%
20%
10%
3.
Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
No.
BASIC CONCEPTS OF COSTING:
1
Meaning of Costing, Objectives of Cost Accounting, Functions of
Cost Accountant, Advantages of Cost Accounting, Objections to Cost
Accounting, Elements of Cost, Types of Costing, Cost Classification,
Methods of Costing, Terms used in Costing (cost concepts for
decision making)
UNIT COSTING
2
Preparation of Simple cost Sheet (Only single product costing),
Tender Cost Sheet (Estimated Cost Sheet)
RECONCILIATION OF COST AND FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
3
Preparation of Reconciliation Statement based on Cost Sheet and
Profit & loss Account. (Preparation of Cost Sheet and/or Profit & Loss
Account and preparation of Reconciliation Statement)
NON-INTEGRAL
ACCOUNTING
(COST
CONTROL
4
ACCOUNTS)
Cost ledger Control Accounts, Journal entries and preparation of Cost
control Accounts.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
25%
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4.
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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70%
20%
10%
3. Course Contents:
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
No.
Introduction to Macro Economics:
1
Definition, Scope, Importance and Limitations of Macro Economics;
National Income (NI) Accounting; Meaning of NI and Circular Flow of NI
(in Four sector economy) ;Stock and flow concept, NI at Current Price and
NI at Constant Price; Various concepts of NI (GNP, GDP, NNP, NDP),
Personal Income, Disposable ;Income ; Methods for measurement of NI
;Difficulties in measurement of NI
Theory of Income and Employment ; Keynes consumption function;
2
Investment function; Keynesian theory of Income and employment;
Investment multiplier; Interest rate theory - Liquidity Preference Theory
3
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
25%
5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8. Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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2. Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
10%
3. Course Contents:
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
No.
Introduction : Meaning of industry and industrialization,
1
Significance of industrialization in India, Factors hampering India
Location of Industries : Meaning and importance of location,
Webers theory of location and factors affecting location,
Agglomeration and Deglomeration, Dynamics of industrial location
Public Sector in Indian Economy: Role of PSUs in India,
2
Performance of PSUs and Problems of PSUs,
Private Sector in Indian Economy: Role of Private Sector in India,
Performance of Private Sector in the Post Liberalisation phase in
India, Problems of Private Sector , Growth and Contribution Of
Service Sector in India
Small Scale and Cottage Industries : Meaning, characteristics and
3
classification (cottage, modern SSI and tiny units), Importance of
SSI in Indian economy, Problems faced by SSIs, Policy measures
for SSIs (Government Assistance to SSIs, Industrial Estates, DICs,
Policy of reservation for SSIs), the industrial policy 1991 and SSIs,
Financial Institutions for SSI (NSIC, SIDBI, SFCs, SIDC)
Industrial Policy : An outline of the industrial policies in the pre4
reform (1991) period.; Provisions of the industrial policy after 1991
Policies for Industrial Sickness : Meaning of industrial sickness,
causes of industrial sickness in India, Governments measures for
sick industrial units Indian Industries and the Energy problem:
Sources of Energy, Energy Crisis and Measures to solve Energy
Crisis
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
25%
25
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
5
1.
2.
3.
4.
6.
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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Objective: The objective of the course is to introduce the student to the basics in
mathematics utilized for pricing of financial derivatives. To provide the student basic
understanding of the mathematical ideas and technical tools used in mod eling. Prepare
students for subsequent work in their business majors and for their future careers in the
business community.
2.
Evaluation:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester Examination
Mid-Semester Examination
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
70%
20%
10%
3.
Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
Marks
No.
(%)
Derivative and its applications
1
25%
Introduction, Definition, Derivative of a function of one variable ,
Derivative of standard functions ( e.g. xn, ax, ex, log x) (without
proof) , Rules of derivative (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication,
Division, Chain), Examples, Logarithmic differentiation, Marginal
Revenue function, Marginal Cost function, Profit function Price
elasticity of demand and supply.
Second order derivative
2
25%
Introduction, definition and examples of second order derivatives,
Maxima and Minima of a function, Applications: Profit, Revenue
Maximization and Cost Minimization ,Partial derivative and its
applications to functions of two variables
Matrix Algebra
3
25%
Introduction, Types of matrices, Addition and subtraction of Matrices,
Multiplication by scalar, Multiplication of two matrices, Inverse of
matrix ( up to 3x3 matrix using adjoin matrix), Applications to
business problems and solving
Mathematics of Finance
4
25%
Introduction, simple interest, compound interest Effective rate of
interest, Present value, Annuity, Simple applications
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4.
Assignment Topics:
1. Assignment on derivative and its applications
2. Assignment on matrices
3. Assignment on mathematical finance
5.
Seminar Topics:
1. Matrix application in the salary system of an office.
2. Financial project as a part of savings and investment.
3. Use of financial mathematics on personal savings.
6.
Recommended Text Books & Suggested reference Books:
Text Books:
a. Business Mathematics: Sancheti and Kapoor
b. Business Mathematics: Kashyap Trivedi and Chirag Trivedi
Refrences:
1. Business Mathematics . (Second Edition) Qazi Zameeruddin, Vijay K
Khanna, SK Bhambri. (Vikas Publication)
2. Business Mathematics II J. K. Singh , Deepti Rani. (Himalaya
pubklishing House)
3. Mathematics for Management An Introduction M Raghavachari (Tata Mc
Graw Hill)
7. Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken
at the end of the semester. The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
10%
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all
courses is so decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The
format includes subjective, objective and applications questions so the test of
students can be done on parameters like conceptual knowledge, its application in
actual sense, his or her memory and presence of mind. The structure is as under:
8. Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
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e. The marks for practical studies shall be considered for deciding class and
percentage of the student.
f. Minimum passing marks shall be at par with other subjects i.e. 40%.
3. Guidelines for Project Work :
a. The visit should be to a manufacturing unit, which can be of any size and any
form of organisation.
b. A batch of 35 to 40 students should be taken for the visit.
c. Students are required to prepare an individual report based on information gathered
during the visit and/or sessions with industry representatives in consultation with the
concerned teacher.
d. The report can be of 30 to 40 pages, more descriptive in nature. Use of graphics and
pictures should be minimised. Also, mere reproduction of secondary data should be
avoided. It should cover the Syllabus following areas:1. COMPANY PROFILE:- Name, Registered address, Brief History, Mission,
Vision, Products, Form of organisation, Organisation Structure, Locational
issues, Awards and Achievements.
2. PRODUCTION:- Product classification, Production process, Production
capacity, Plant layout, Raw material and its procurement, Ways to handle
industrial waste.
3. MARKETING:-Basic data about product, price distribution and promotion as 4
ps of marketing, Competitors.
4. HUMAN RESOURCES:- Number of employees at each level, shifts ,
Recruitment, Selection, Training initiatives, Compensation, Policies regarding
promotion and transfer.
5. FINANCE:- Investment in the organisation, Sources of funds, Last 3 years
sales turnover, Profit and Loss accou
6. nt and Balance Sheet. (if available)
7. Social Responsibility and future plans of the organization.
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Objective:
This course is designed to give the learners a comprehensive view of
communication as it operates within an organizational setting. ; It attempts to
develop an awareness of the importance of succinct written expression to modern
business communication. ; It focuses on preparing the learners to effectively use
various forms of written professional communication both the time-tested ones
and as well the ones emerging with the technological developments.
2.
3.
Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester
Mid-Semester
Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Class Participation
4.
70%
20%
10%
Course Contents :
Module
No.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
(Unit 4.1 a. will carry 4 marks and 4.1 b. will carry 3 marks.
Unit 4.2 will carry 7 marks.)
Specifications regarding the questions to be drawn from the above units:
1. Only short notes not exceeding 150 words carrying 3 to 4 marks should be asked
from Unit 1 Sections-1.1, 1.2, and 1.3.
2. The theoretical background of Emails,(1.4) Memos (1.5 a ) Letters (2.1) and Reports
(3.1) like Format, features, advantages etc should be asked only as a part of the
multiple choice questions in the question paper and should NOT be asked as a full
length questions.
3. The full length questions worth 7 marks should be asked from Memo Writing, (1.5
b) Letter Writing(2.2) and Report Writing(3.2) and Case studies based on Email
Writing (1.4) sections of the syllabus.
4. Questions related to the vocabulary (4.1 a and b) should focus on the appropriate
usage of the words.
FORMAT OF QUESTION PAPER FOR EXTERNAL EXAM.
Question
Unit
Q.1 A
1.1,1.2,1.3
Q.1 B
Q.2A
Q2 B
Q.3 A
Q.3 B
1.4,1.5
2.2
2.2
3.2
3.2
Q.4 A
4.1(a) (b)
Q.4 B
Q.5
4.2
1 (full
unit),2.1,3.1,4.
1
Remarks
Short notes not exceeding 150 words and 34 marks
Memo drafting and case studies of email
(excluding theory based questions)
Letter drafting
Letter drafting
Report drafting
Report drafting
Vocabulary: focus on appropriate usage of
the words
Comprehension of an unseen commercial
package
Marks
07
07
07
07
07
07
03, 04
07
14
5.
Topics for Assignments :
1. Case Studies from the above Letters to check their effectiveness. (Unit 1 and 2)
2. Case Studies from the above Memos/ Reports to check their effectiveness. (Unit 1
and 3)
3. SWOT Analysis of a Business Personality/Unit
4. Contextual usage of confusing words given in the list.
5. Comparison of memos and office orders.
6.
1.
2.
3.
4. Drafting Advertisements
5. Communication Games
7. Recommended Text Books & Suggested reference Books:
1. Kumar, Sanjay and Pusplata, Business Communication, New Delhi: Oxford
Higher Education, 2010 Pal,
2. Rajendra and Kolrahalli, Essentials of Business Communication, New Delhi:
Sultan Chand Publication, 2005
3. Chaturvedi, P D and Mukesh Chaturvedi. Business Communication: Concepts, Cases
and Applications. New Delhi: Pearson Education, 2004.
4. Haldar, Ritwik. A Textbook of Business Communication. Mumbai: Himalaya Pub,
2011.
5. Jain, V K, and Omprakash Biyani. Business Communication. New Delhi: S Chand,
2007.
6. Koneru, Aruna. Professional Communication. New Delhi: Tata McGraw-Hill, 2010.
7. Lesikar, Raymond and Marie Flately. Basic Business Communication. New Delhi:
Tata McGraw-Hill. 2002.
8. Pathi Satyanarayan. Modern Business Communication. New Delhi. Himalaya
Publication. 2008.
9. Rai, Urmila. Managerial Communication. New Dellhi: Himalaya Publication.
2007.
10. Raina, Roshan Lal, Iftikhar Alam and Faiza Siddiqui. Professional
Communication. Mumbai: Himalaya Publishing House, 2012.
11. Raman, Meenakshi and Sangeeta Sharma. Communication Skills. New Delhi:
Oxford University Press, 2010.
12. Raman, Meenakshi and Sangeeta Sharma. Technical Communication-Principles
and Practice. New Delhi: Oxford University Press, 2011.
13. Ramachandra, K K, Lakshmi K K etal. Business Communicaiton. Chennai :
MacMillan Publication, 2007.
14. OHair, Dan, Gustav Friedrich and Lynda Dixon. Strategic Communication: In
Business and the professions. New Delhi: Pearson Education, 2008.
List of Confusing Words
1. Access: approach
Example: The managing Director of the company is easy of access.
Excess: More than
Example: Our profits are far in excess of what we expected.
2. Adapt: to adjust
Example: We shall have to adapt this technology to Indian conditions. Adopt:
to take up
Example: We should not adopt unfair means even if we fail. Adept:
skilled
Example: Those who are adept in the art of flattery make rapid progress in life.
3. Advise (Verb): give advice, recommend
Example: They advised us to postpone the launching of our new
product. Advice (Noun): recommendation on how to work.
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Example: If we had followed his advice, we should not have incurred such a heavy
loss.
4. Affect: (1) to pretend
Example: The peon affected ignorance of the whole affair.
(2) Produce material effect:
Example: Hard work affected his health.
Effect(Noun): result
Example: The new policy did not produce any noticeable effect on the sales.
Effect (Verb): to produce Examples are given only so that students can understand
the terms better. Students can use other examples in the examination. Example: I have
effected the necessary changes in the schedule.
5. Alternate: leaving one and taking the next
Example: I visit the market on alternate days. Alternative: other choice
Example: We have no alternative but to appoint this candidate.
6. Appraise: to estimate, to judge
Example: It is difficult to appraise the work of the secretary at this stage.
Apprise: to inform
Example: The manager has been apprised of the whole situation.
7. Casual: incidental
Example: The Director made a casual reference to the diversification plans.
Causal: denoting cause
Example: You must give me in detail all the causal factors.
8. Cite: to quote
Example: He cited my examples to support his arguments.
Sight: view, vision
Example: The sight of the new factory filled his heart with happiness.
Site: place for building
Example: This site is very suitable for a chemical factory.
9. Compliment: an expression of regard
Example: I paid him compliments on his fine handlings of the office work.
Complement: that which completes
Example: A good secretary complements the work of the chairman.
10. Council: advisory or administrative body
Example: The Prime Minister will consult the Council of Ministers before taking the final
decision.
Counsel: advice
Example: I am grateful to you for this valuable counsel.
11. Credible: believable
Example: I dont find the statement of the cashier credible.
Creditable: worthy of credit
Example: Our companys performance this year is quite creditable.
12. Deny: Declare untrue or non-existent
Example: They denied having received any letter from us. Refuse:
indicate unwillingness or inability
Example: The chairperson refused to sanction the payment.
13. Dependant: one who depends on another for his maintenance Example:
He left sufficient money for the dependants.
Dependent: relying on
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Inflated phrases
Suggested substitute
1 Accomplish
Do
2 Accordingly
So
3 Acquire
Get
Like
5 a decreased number of
fewer
6 a large number of
Many
7 a large proportion of
Much
8 at a rapid rate
rapidly
Later
Now
remind you
conclude
Cause
37
14 combined together
combine
15 Commence
Begin
because
usually
For
look like
As
21 in accordance with
by, under
22 in the interest of
For
23 in this case
Here
24 in the vicinity of
Near
25 in several instances
Often
because, since
before
28 personally speaking
I think
If
So
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70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
Introduction to Marketing:
A) Scope and Importance
B) Core Marketing Concepts
C) Marketing as a Function
D) Marketing Orientations or Concepts
E) Difference between Selling & Marketing
F) Marketing Process
G) Marketing Mix
- Developing the Marketing Mix
- The Role of Marketing Mix in Marketing Planning and
Marketing Strategy
- Choosing the Optimum Marketing Mix
Market Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning
A) What is Market Segmentation?
B) Benefits of Segmentation
C) Bases of Segmentation
D) Target Marketing
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
39
5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Positioning
25%
25%
40
Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
1
2
3
Marks
(%)
25%
(A) Issue of Bonus shares -Meaning, Sources and Guidelines
for the issue of Bonus Shares, Accounting treatment for the issue
of bonus shares.
(B) Share split- subdivision of shares and conversion of shares
into Stock
Buyback of share :Meaning Legal provisions for buyback of
shares, SEBI guidelines for buyback, accounting treatment for
buyback
(c) Employee Stock Option Scheme: Meaning Employee Stock
Purchase Scheme (Theory only)
25%
Final Accounts of Companies : ( Vertical Format Only
Excluding calculation of managerial remuneration.
25%
Amalgamation and Absorption: Accounting for Mergers and
Acquisitions (As per Indian Accounting Standard 14) Purchase
method and pooling of interest method (excluding Inter- Company
holding)
(A) Human Resource Accounting : Meaning, Objectives, 25%
Benefits and Limitations, Methods of Valuation (Only theory) Historical Cost, Replacement Cost, Opportunity Cost, Standard
Cost and Present Value Method.
(B) Inflation Accounting: Meaning, Approaches to Inflation
Accounting(Theory Only).
(C) Recent developments in Accounting: Environmental
accounting Meaning and Significance, An Overview of
Corporate Environmental reporting in India.; Forensic accounting
Meaning, Role of Forensic Accountant.
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5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
7.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
8.
9.
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
1
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
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5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
6.
(1)
(2)
(3)
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all
courses is so decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The
format includes subjective, objective and applications questions so the test of
students can be done on parameters like conceptual knowledge, its application in
actual sense, his or her memory and presence of mind. The structure is as under:
9.
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
46
70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
47
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all
courses is so decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The
format includes subjective, objective and applications questions so the test of
students can be done on parameters like conceptual knowledge, its application in
actual sense, his or her memory and presence of mind. The structure is as under:
9.
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
50
25%
25%
Evaluating and Rewarding Employees:
Performance Appraisal : Definition and Importance of Performance
Appraisal, Methods of Performance Appraisal ( 360 degree
feedback, MBO, Critical Incident, Forced choice and rating scale
method ) , problems/errors in P.A. Spillover Effect, leniency
effect, halo effect, primacy and recency effect , central tendency,
status effect. Definition of job evaluation, importance of job
evaluation, difference between performance appraisal and job
evaluation.
Promotion, Transfer and Separation :
Promotion : Definition , Types vertical , horizontal , dry;
Principles of promotion including bases of promotion Seniority ,
Merit or both.
Transfer : Definition , Types- Production, Replacement,
Versatility, Shift, Remedial.
Separation: Definition , Types Layoff, retrenchment, dismissal,
resignation, V.R.S.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
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Module
No.
1. Probability
1.1 Basic Concepts : Random Experiment , Events , Sample
Space, Mutually Exclusive Events, Equally Likely Events,
Independent Events , Dependent Events
1.2 Definition of probability of an Event, Statistical or Empirical
definition of probability, Axiomatic or Modern approach to
probability
1.3 Conditional Probability
1.4 Addition and Multiplication Rules of Probability (without
proof)
1.5 Bayes Rule (without proof)
1.6 Applications
2. Mathematical Expectation
2.1 Definition of Random Variable
2.2 Discrete Random Variables and Continuous Random Variables
2.3 Meaning of Probability Distribution
2.4 Discrete Probability Distributions
2.5 Probability Mass Function
2.6 Expected Value of Discrete Random Variable and its
properties (without proof)
2.7 Variance of Discrete Random Variable and its properties
Marks
(%)
25%
53
(without proof)
2.8 Application
25%
Probability Distributions: Discrete
1.1 Binomial Distribution: Necessary conditions, Binomial
Distribution Function and its properties, Applications
1.2 Poisson Distribution: Necessary conditions, Poisson
Distribution Function and its properties, Applications
1.3 Hyper Geometric Distribution: Necessary conditions, Hyper
Geometric Distribution Function and its properties,
Applications.
25%
1.Correlation
1.1 Definition, Meaning and interpretation, Properties, Importance
of correlation
1.2 Correlation Coefficient
1.3 Types of Correlation
1.4 Scatter Diagram Method and its limitations
1.5 Karl Pearsons Product Moment Method : Assumptions, Merits
and Demerits
1.6 Spearmans Rank Correlation and its uses
1.7 Coefficient of Determination and its interpretation
1.8 Probable Error
1.9 Applications
2. Regression
2.1 Meaning and importance of regression
2.2 Regression Lines and Regression Coefficients, properties and
their uses
2.3 Equations of Regression Lines
2.4 Difference between Regression & Correlation
2.5 Applications
3. Multiple-Partial Correlation and Regression
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Multiple correlation: meaning, multiple correlation coefficients
3.3 Partial correlation: meaning, multiple correlation coefficients
3.4 Multiple Regression Equation of three variables only
3.5 Applications
25%
1.Statistical Quality Control (SQC)
1.1 Concepts of Quality, Quality Control and Statistical Quality
Control
1.2 Causes of Variation in Quality
1.3 Meaning, uses and advantages of SQC
1.4 Theory of Control Charts, Theory of Runs
1.5 3 control limits and Revised Control Limits
1.6 Types of Control Charts
1.7 Control Charts for Variables ( X and R Charts) and their
interpretations
1.8 Control Charts for Attributes ( p, np and C Charts) and their
interpretations
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2. Acceptance Sampling
2.1 Acceptance Sampling: Meaning and advantages
2.2 Single Sampling Plan (SSP) : Concept, Advantages and
disadvantages, AQL, LTPD, Producers risk, Consumers risk,
OC function and OC curve, AOQ, ATI, ASN, Applications
2.3 Double Sampling Plan: Meaning
5. Topics for Assignments :
1. 1 Assignments on Probability and Mathematical Expectation
2. Assignments on Correlation, Regression and Multiple-Partial correlation and
regression .
3. Assignments on Probability Discrete Distribution .
4. Assignments on SQC and Acceptance Sampling
6. Suggested Topics for Seminar:
1. Prepare a project on application of simple and multiple correlation and regression in
real life
2. Prepare a project on application of probability and mathematical expectation in real
life
7. Recommended Text Books & Suggested reference Books:
1. Fundamental Mathematical Statistics by S. C. Gupta & V. K. Kapoor
2. Statistical Methods by S. P. Gupta
3. Statistical Methods by P. N. Arora, Sumeet Arora & S. Arora
4. Business Statistics by J. K. Sharma
5. Statistics for Management by Levin & Rubin Statistics for Business and Economics by
Anderson, Sweeney & Williams
8. Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken at
the end of the semester. The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
10%
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all
courses is so decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The
format includes subjective, objective and applications questions so the test of
students can be done on parameters like conceptual knowledge, its application in
actual sense, his or her memory and presence of mind. The structure is as under:
9. Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
55
70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
No.
1
Introduction :
(a) Financial system : Meaning, role and functions of a financial
system, Organised and unorganised financial sytem.
(b) Components: Financial Assets, Financial Intermediaries,
Financial Markets (money and capital markets in India)
Relevance of various interest/return rates, Regulatory
framework, Financial Instruments (in brief).
2
Financial institutions and regulatory bodies:
Financial Institutions: Achievements and Limitations.
(a) Money market institutions: Meaning, Role
of the
Central Bank(RBI) in money markets. Commercial banks:
Meaning and Functions Indigenous Financial Agencies:
Bankers, Money lenders, Discount houses, Accepting
houses(only meaning and features)
(b) Capital Market institutions: (Meaning and functions)
Merchant Banks, Investment companies, Management
Investment companies, Development banks, Mutual Funds.
(c) Special Financial Institutions: Factors for their growth
(need) Objectives and functions of: (1) IDBI (2) IFCI (3)
SFCs (4) ICICI (5) EXIM Bank of India
(d) Coperative Banking Institutions: Meaning, definition,
principles, Features and Structure.
(e) Non-Banking Finance Companies: Meaning, Role, Types of
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
56
25%
Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
58
70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
Marks
(%)
25%
59
5.
1.
(b)
2.
3.
6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
25%
25%
25%
60
Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
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5.
1.
2.
3.
4.
OLIGOPOLY:
1. Meaning and characteristics of Oligopoly.
2. Collusive Oligopoly
a. Cartels (Joint Profit Maximization Cartels and Market
Sharing Cartels)
b. Price leadership. (Low cost price leadership, barometric
price leadership and dominant price leadership)
3. Non collusive Oligopoly
a. Kinky Demand Curves
b. Cournots Model
BREAK- EVEN ANALYSIS :
1. Assumption
2. Chart and formula method of calculating Break-even
Analysis
3. Numerical.
PRICING POLICY
1. Objectives
2. Different Methods of Pricing
25%
25%
9.
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
66
70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
67
Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could 14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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70%
20%
10%
4. Course Contents :
Module
No.
1
Marks
(%)
25%
70
2.Normal Distribution
2.1 Continuous Probability Distribution, Probability Density
Function
2.2 Normal Distribution: Necessary conditions, Normal
Distribution Function and its properties, Applications
2
25%
25%
25%
Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:(d) The industrial exposure and vivavoce paper be incorporated in the
fourth semester of BBA course with 3 credits and 4.5 hours per week in the
following manner:
Component
Communication
practicals
Project work
Total
(a) Each batch for practical studies should not have more than 40 students. For
every batch, 1.5 hours per week have to be allocated for communication
practicals and 3 hours per week for the project work.
(b) The evaluation of communication skills external practicals will be based on
group discussion(any one topic from the list declared by the university on
the day of the exam) and group presentation (any one topic from the list
attached herewith).
(c) The project work will be evaluated on the basis of project report and
individual vivavoce.
(d) The allocation of marks will be as under:
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Evaluation
Communication
Practicals
Components
Project work
Components
Internal
15 marks
External
35 marks
Group
discussion
6 marks
Group presentation
making
9 marks
15 marks
Project report
6 marks
35 marks
Viva voce
9 marks
Group
Group
discussion presentatio
15 marks
n making
20 marks
Project
report
15 marks
Viva voce
20 marks
Total marks
30
70
Minimum passing 12 (out of 30)
28 (out of 70)
marks
(a) The marks for practical studies shall be considered for deciding grade of
the student.
(b) Minimum passing marks shall be at par with other subjects i.e. 40%.
GUIDELINES FOR PROJECT WORK:
(a) The visit should be to a manufacturing unit, which can be of any size and
any form of organization.
(b) A batch size should not exceed 40 students for the visit. The last batch can
be adjusted according to the strength of students in the institute.
(c) Students are required to prepare an individual report based on information
gathered during the visit and sessions with industry representatives in
consultation with the concerned teacher.
(d) The report can be of 30 to 40 pages, more descriptive in nature. Use of
graphics and pictures should be minimized. Also, mere reproduction of
secondary data should be avoided. It should cover the following areas:
SECTION :I
(a) COMPANY PROFILE:
Name, Registered Address, Brief History, Mission, Vision, Products, Form of
organization, Organisational Structure, Locational issues, Awards and
Achievements.
(b) FINANCE:
Turnover, Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss Account of last 3 Years. (If
available), Capital invested and Sources of funds.
(c) SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND FUTURE PLANS OF THE
ORGANISATION.
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SECTION :- II
( DETAILS OF ANY ONE OF MARKETING, HR OR PRODUCTION UNCTIONS)
3.3 A PROJECT WITH MARKETING FOCUS SHOULD INCLUDE
FOLLOWING DETAILS ABOUT THE ORGANISATION VISITED :
1. Products (Relate to concepts of marketing)
2. Marketing staff and structure
3. Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning
4. Branding efforts
5. Stage of Product Life Cycle for products
6. Product hierarchy, line and mix
7. Competitors and their strategies
8. Pricing policies
9. Marketing channels and distribution networks
10. Promoting products Advertising, Sales promotion, Publicity, Personal
selling efforts
11. Developing new products
12. Marketing research activities
13. Social responsibility of marketing.
3.4 A PROJECT WITH HUMAN RESOURCES FOCUS SHOULD INCLUDE
FOLLOWING DETAILS ABOUT THE ORGANISATION VISITED:
1. HR function at the organization, its values
2. Organisational structure of HR department and its pyramidial break
up into levels and qualifications
3. HR planning Job Design classified into Job Description and Job
Specification
4. Recruitment, Selection, Orientation and Placement
5. Training and Development practices
6. Performance appraisal and Job evaluation
7. Promotions, Transfers and Separations
8. Industrial Relations
9. Remuneration policies and its relation to Minimum Wages Act;
10. Employee welfare, Safety and Health practices
11. Trade Unions
12. Disputes and their resolution
13. New HR practices; if any.
(i) A PROJECT WITH PRODUCTION FOCUS SHOULD INCLUDE
FOLLOWING DETAILS ABOUT THE ORGANISATION VISITED:
1. Organisations location and its issues for production
2. Plant layout
3. Organisation structure of the production department
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
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Weightage
60
25
15
70%
20%
10%
No of Hours
28
8
4
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7. References:
th
(a) Mercantile Laws: S.S.Gulshan, 4 Edition, Excel Books.
nd
(b) Legal Aspects of Business: Ravinder Kumar, Cengage Learning India Pvt. Ltd, 2
Edition,
(c) Business Laws by: C.L.Bansal , Excel Publication
(d) Business Laws: Bhagwati Pillai, S Chand & Co.
nd
(e) Mercantile Laws: Satish B. Mathur, 2 Edition Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi.
(f) Legal Aspects of Business, Text, Jurisprudence, and Cases, By: Daniel Albuquerque,
Oxford University Press, New Delhi.
14 Marks
Q.2 Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a 14 Marks
long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.3 Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a
long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.4 Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a
long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.5 Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a
long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
78
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
25%
79
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
81
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be 14 Marks
a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
83
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
25%
84
1.4
1.5
1.6
2.
2.1
2.2
2.3
4. Assignments:
Assignments on Linear Programming Problem
Assignments on Transportation Problems
Assignments on Network Analysis
Assignments on Game Theory and Assignment Problem
5. Seminar Topics:
Prepare a project on application of Linear Programming Problem
Prepare a project on application of Assignment Problem
6. Reference Books:
1.An Introduction to Management Science: Quantitative Approach to Decision Making by Anderson,
Sweeney & Williams Cengage (Erstwhile Thomson) Publications 11e
2.Practical Management Science by Winston & Albright Cengage Erstwhile Thomson) Publications
3.Introduction to Operations Research by Hillier & Lieberman TataMcGraw Hill Publication
4.Introduction to Operations Research by H. A. Taha- PHI Publications
5.OR Techniques for Management by V. K. Kapoor Sultan Chand & Sons
6.OR Theory & Practice by J. K. Sharma McMillan Publications
7.Operations Research by Premkumar Gupta & D. S. Hira - S. Chand Publications
8.Quantitative Analysis for Management by Render, Stair, Hanna & Badri Pearson Publications
Quantitative Techniques in Management by N. D. Vohra Tata Mcgraw Hill Publications
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long 14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
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25%
Strategy and Structure of International Business
Market Entry Strategies: Exporting Contractual Agreement
International SA Joint Venture Other Entry Mode
Business Expansion Modes: Trade Related Modes oContractual
Modes Investment Modes (Sub-modes are not to be asked
separately). (Books: International Business: Rakesh Mohan Joshi,
Oxford University Press)
4
25%
Export & Import Procedure
Entire Export and Import Procedure (Ch-26 PP 487 to 510)
4.Topic for Assignment:
1.Discuss the efforts of particular company or industry in international Market
2.Discuss the efforts of foreign companies in entering in Indian Market
3.Evaluate any country on the basis of Market Potential Index Global Competitive Index
4.Explain International Product Life cycle of any Product.
5.Discuss any two Market Entry strategy adopted either by any industry or company for
International Market.
6.Explain in detail entire Export Procedure for exporting any one product from india to
Europe or Russia or USA or other Country.
5.Topic for Presentation:
1.Discuss New Trade Theory and its impact in detail
2.Relevance of Cultural Orientation in International Business
3.Discuss Trade Related Modes of entry in International Business with reference to either
FMCG products, Consumer Durables or Food and Beverage offering companies.
4.Critically evaluate Export Policy of Government of India with reference to particular
Industry.
6.Recommended Text Book:
1.International Business By: Rakesh Mohan Joshi, Oxford University Press
2.International Business:, By Justin Paul ,5th Edition, PHI
3.International Business, By: P. Subbarao, 2nd Edition, Himalaya Publishing House.
7.Reference Books:
1.Global Business : Mike Peng and Deepak Srivastava , Cengage Publications
2.International Business: By Charles Hill and Arun Jain , Tata Mc Graw Hill
Publication
8.Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken at the end of the semester.
The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all courses is so decided as to
evaluate the students on different parameters. The format includes subjective, objective and applications
questions so the test of students can be done on parameters like conceptual knowledge, its application in
actual sense, his or her memory and presence of mind. The structure is as under:
9.Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Q.2
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long 14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.3
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long 14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.4
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long 14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.5
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
14 Marks
87
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
25%
25%
88
Marks
(%)
25%
92
25%
MARKETING RESEARCH-1 (10 Hours)
a.Definition of Marketing Research
b.Marketing Research Process
c.Classification of Marketing Research Designs
d.Primary Data versus Secondary Data (Advantages, uses and
Disadvantages of secondary data)
e.Primary Data: Quantitative Research & Qualitative Research
f.Survey Methods:
i. Telephone Method , ii. Personal Method
iii. Mail Method ,
iv. Electronic Method
g.Focus group interview and In-depth interview
h.Primary Data: Observation Methods:
Structured v/s unstructured observations, Disguised v/s undisguised
methods, Natural v/s continued observation, Personal Observation
Mechanical Observation, Audit Observation, Content Analysis
Trace Analysis
25%
MARKETING RESEARCH -2 (10 Hours)
a. Primary Scales of Measurement:
Nominal, Ordinal, Interval, Ratio
b. Itemized Rating Scales
Likert Scale, Sematic Differential Scale, Staple Scale
c. Questionnaire Definition
Objectives of questionnaire, Questionnaire design process
d. Observational Forms
e. Sampling Design Process
f. Sampling Techniques
g. Data Preparation Process (in brief) Coding
Tabulation: One way table and two way table
h. Report Preparation and presentation process in brief.
Format of the Research Report, Graphical Presentation
25%
SERVICES MARKETING (10 Hours)
a. Definition
b. Characteristics of Services
c. Service Flower
d. Reasons for the Growth of Service Sector
e. Services Marketing Mix (7 Ps)
f. Demand Variations In services
g. Strategies for demand management
h. Determinants of Service Quality
i. Terms:, i. Internal Marketing , ii. External Marketing,
iii. Interactive Marketing
j. Gap Model of Service Quality
Book : Services Marketing K. Rama Mohana Rao, Pearson
Education.
4.Topics of Assignment:
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1.Develop and Compare Brand Architecture of any Two FMCG Brands with specific Product
Category.
2.Design Service Flower of any type of Service.
3.Prepare Research proposal for any Marketing Problem.
4.Draft a Questionnaire to survey the consumer satisfaction and loyalty of any product or
service.
5.Topics for Presentaion:
1.Discuss Branding Strategy and Brand Elements of newly launched Brand in the Market.
2.Discuss the Value chain concept of any Service in detail
3.Compare various Sampling Methods with reference to research design.
6.Reference Books:
1.Marketing Management, 13th Edition: A South Asian Perspective, Abraham Koshy and
Mithileshwar Jha, Philip Kotler and Kevin Keller.
2.Marketing Management, Rajan Saxena, 4th Edition, Tata-Mcgraw Hill.
3.Marketing Management Global perspective, V S Ramaswamy and S Namakumari, Indian
context; 4th Edition Macmillan Publishers India Ltd.
4.The New Strategic Brand Management - Creating And Sustaining Brand Equity Long Term
5.Services Marketing People, Technology, Strategy, Christopher Lovelock & Jochen Wirtz
6.Exploring Marketing Research, William Zikmund.
7.Compendium of Brand Management, S. A. Chunawalla, Himalaya Publishing House.
8.Services Marketing S.M. Jha
9.Research Methodology Methods and Techniques, C. R. Kothari.
10.Research Methodology R.Guvery, U K Sudha Nayak, M. Girija. R. Meenakshi, S. Chand
7.Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken at the end of
the semester. The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects,
assignments,
quizzes,
class 10%
participation
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all courses is so
decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The format includes subjective,
objective and applications questions so the test of students can be done on parameters like
conceptual knowledge, its application in actual sense, his or her memory and presence of
mind. The structure is as under:
8. Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be 14 Marks
a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
14 Marks
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
94
70%
20%
10%
3.Course Contents :
Module
No.
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
95
partner
-Essential elements of strategic HR
-Environmental trends affecting HRM:
Trends in Business Environment
Changing nature of work
Demographic, Societal and workforce trends
Changing nature of Employment Relationship
-HRM a changing function
Roles associated with Management of HR (Classification given
by Ulrich)
Partnership of HR and Line Managers
(Strategic Human Resource Management by Tanuja Agarwala)
25%
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND APPRAISAL
-Comparison between the two
-Why Performance Management?
-Supervisors Role in appraising performance
-Methods of Performance Appraisal with important advantages
and disadvantages
Alteration Ranking Method
Paired Comparison Method
Computerised and web Based Performance Appraisal
Electronic Performance Monitoring (EPM)
-How to avoid appraisal problems?
(Human Resource Management by Dessler & Varkkey)
DETERMING STRATEGIC PAY PLANS AND EMPLOYEE 25%
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
-Basic factors in determining pay rates
Legal consideration in compensation
Union influence on compensation decisions
Competitive strategy, corporate policies and compensation
Equity and its impact of pay rates
-Process of establishing pay rates:
Salary Survey
Gob Evaluation
Grouping similar jobs together
Pricing each pay grade
Fine tuning pay rates
-Competency Based Pay meaning, reasons, advantages and
disadvantages
-Flexible benefits programme
1.Cafeteria Approach
2.Flexible Work Arrangements
-Flexi time and its effectiveness
-Compressed work week and its effectiveness
3.Other flexible work arrangement
-Job sharing
-Work sharing
-Telecommuting
(Human Resource Management by Dessler & Varkkey)
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4.Text Book:
Indirect Taxes Law and Practice : Taxmann By: V.S. Datey
5.Reference Book :
Students Guide to Indirect Taxes : Aadhyas Pvt. Ltd.By: Yogendra Bangar, Vandana
Bangar and Vineet Sodhani
6.Topics for Assignment:
1)Services which are Exempt from Service Tax.
2)Procedure for Filing Service Tax Return and important issues relating to such return.
3)Documents required for availing CENVAT Credit.
7.Topics for Seminar/Quiz:
1)Applicability of Service Tax and its current rate.
2)Case study relating to Service Tax.
3)Small scale exemption under Central Excise Law.
4)Case study relating to Central Excise.
8.Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken at the end of
the semester. The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects,
assignments,
quizzes,
class 10%
participation
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all courses is so
decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The format includes subjective,
objective and applications questions so the test of students can be done on parameters like
conceptual knowledge, its application in actual sense, his or her memory and presence of
mind. The structure is as under:
9.Distribution of Marks :
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
Q.1
Q.2
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.3
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.4
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.5
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
99
70%
20%
Class 10%
3.Course Contents :
Module
No.
1
Marks
(%)
25%
Introduction to banking - history of banks - meaning
of banking - functions of bank - banker customer
relationship - banking systems - unit banking - branch
banking - banking sectors - corporate banking - retail
banking - international banking - rural banking - role
of banks in primary, secondary and tertiary sector
25%
Structure of Indian banking system - Reserve bank of
India - commercial banks - public sector banks private sector banks - foreign banks - cooperative
banks - state cooperative banks - district cooperative
banks - primary credit societies - regional rural banks
- development banks
25%
Introduction to insurance - origin and development of
insurance - functions of insurance - importance of
insurance - principles of insurance - types of
insurance contract - classification of insurance - life
insurance - non life insurance - reinsurance - micro
insurance - insurance intermediaries
Life insurance - essential features - advantages - 25%
different plans of life Assurance and annuities policy condition and privilege - assignment and
nomination - lapses and revivals - surrender values
and loans - claims - double insurance.
Non-Life Insurance - Meaning and Importance Types - Fire - Marine - Motor - Health Miscellaneous
100
4.Topics of assignment:
1.Retail banking
2.Rural banking
3.List of Public, Private and Foreign banks operating in India
4.Development banks
5.Public, Private and Joint Venture Insurance companies operating in India
5. Topics of Seminar/Quiz
1.KYC Norms
2.NABARD
3.Opening up of Insurance Sector
6. Text Book:
1.Elements of Banking and Insurance - By Jyotsna Sethi, Nishwan Bhatia
7. Reference Book:
1.K. P. M., Banking Theory Law and Practice by Sundhram, Sultan Chand
2.Banking and financial system - B. Santhanam, Sundharam & Varshney
3.Banking and Insurance - By R.K. Sharma, Shashi K. Gupta, Jagwant Singh
4.Principles of Insurance - By S.K. Jain
8. Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken at the end of
the semester. The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects,
assignments,
quizzes,
class 10%
participation
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all courses is so
decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The format includes subjective,
objective and applications questions so the test of students can be done on parameters like
conceptual knowledge, its application in actual sense, his or her memory and presence of
mind. The structure is as under:
9. Distribution of Marks :
Q.1 14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
Q.2 Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.3 Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.4 Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Q.5 Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could
be a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
101
70%
20%
10%
3.Course Contents :
No
Topic
1
2
3
4
5
6
Weightage
25
25
15
15
10
10
No of
Hours
12
7
6
6
6
3
102
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
103
1.Objectives:
To know core concepts of Strategy and Strategic Management and its scope.
To know various external factors and its effect business policy or business strategy
To know and execute the process of internal analysis any business unit of Industry.
To understand various steps of formulation and implementation of various business strategies.
2.Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester
Mid-Semester
Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Class Participation
70%
20%
10%
3.Course Contents :
Module
No.
1
Marks
(%)
25%
104
70%
20%
10%
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all courses is so
decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The format includes subjective,
objective and applications questions so the test of students can be done on parameters like
conceptual knowledge, its application in actual sense, his or her memory and presence of
mind. The structure is as under:
9. Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
14 Marks
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
105
107
Contemporary Issues
25%
JIT :- Concept and characteristics (including the concept of
KANBAN); Kaizen:- Concept,3 guiding principles, activities falling
under the kaizan umbrella Japanese 5-S approach (5 s kaizen
movement); Business process reengineering - Characteristics, steps
Lean production and basic elements
4.TOPICS FOR ASSIGNMENT
1)Types of production system in any industry
2)A detailed perspective on operations management
3)Practical aspects of JIT, Kaizen, Six sigma, lean production
4)Hybrid MRP- JIT production system
5)Supply chain management in practice: the Keirtsu
5.TOPICS OF SEMINAR
1.Green production
2.Challenges in maintaining a supply chain in Indian scenario
3.Operation in service industry
4.Work measurement and production standard
5.Capacity planning
6.Functional analysis
6.Reference Books:
1)Production & Operation management by K.aswathappa & K.Shridhara bhatt,
Himalaya publishing house.
2)Operation management by Roberta S. Russell & Bernard S. Taylor, Pearson higher
education.
3)Production & Operation management by Kanishka Bedi, Oxford higher education.
4)Operation management by heizer render, pearson publication.
7.Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken at the end of
the semester. The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects, assignments, quizzes, class participation
10%
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all courses is so
decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The format includes subjective,
objective and applications questions so the test of students can be done on parameters like
conceptual knowledge, its application in actual sense, his or her memory and presence of
mind. The structure is as under:
8.Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long 14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
14 Marks
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
14 Marks
109
WEIGHTAGE
25%
25%
25%
25%
100%
1.Format of the group project:The project should be based on the following format:a. Introduction to the topic including macro (external environment and industry)
analysis, and micro (particular industry or firm under study) analysis.
b. Research Methodology including the rationale for the topic, type of research design,
sources of data, sampling method, sample size, any statistical tools used and
limitations of the study.
c. Findings and analysis of the study including graphs and statistics.
d. Conclusion, Recommendations and Scope for further study in future.
e. Bibliography, References, Statistical calculations and tables; if any.
4.Assessment:Group project component Internal marks External marks Total
Project report
12
28
40
Power point presentation
18
42
60
And Viva-voce
Total
30
70
100
5. Guidelines for assessment:a. The pattern of assessment for internal and external component will remain the same
for grand projects.
b. The project report will be assessed on the basis of one group report submitted by
students. Individual copies of the project must be produced during external exam and
must be checked and signed by the external examiner also. The pattern of the project
report must be as prescribed earlier.
c. Power point presentation of the group project must be done by students during both
internal and external assessment. The presentation should be divided among all the
group members in such a way that the entire project contents are covered. Each student
should present for 2-3 minutes on his\her allotted section.
d. Power point presentation should be followed by individual viva voce. In this exam,
the student should be able to answer on the entire project and also related topics; and
not only on his section of the presentation.
e. A hard copy and a CD of the power point presentation done during internal
assessment must be produced at the time of external assessment too.
113
Introduction:
Over the last two decades, Indian business and finance have considerably changed
owing to deregulation, liberalization, privatization and globalization. In wake of these
changes and developments, the subject of Advanced Financial Management has
assumed all the more importance.
1.Objectives:
1. To give an insight to the students from the basic level to higher level of analysis
2. To introduce the students to various techniques of taking long term investment
decisions
3. To familiarize the students with various financial tools and techniques
2.Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester
Mid-Semester
Projects, Assignments, Quizzes,
Participation
70%
20%
Class 10%
3.Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
Marks
No.
(%)
1
25%
Capital Budgeting problems using NPV for the following
decisions:
1. Replacement, 2. Mutually Exclusive
Depreciation calculation using:
1. SLM , 2. WDV , 3. Block of Assets
2
25%
(A)Working Capital Estimation
Sums of estimating working capital excluding double shift
(B)Economic Value Added (EVA) Concept of EVA
Problems using EVA formula as per Khan & Jain
3
25%
Capital Structure Theories
Meaning of Capital Structure
Features of Appropriate Capital Structure Factors affecting Capital
Structure , Capital Structure Theories(Excluding Sums) Net
Income Approach, Net Operating Income Approach, Traditional
Approach, Modigliani Miller Thesis
4
25%
Corporate Financial Restructuring
Meaning of Corporate Restructuring and reasons for it Meaning of
Financial Restructuring Techniques of Corporate Restructuring:
1. Mergers, 2. Takeovers, 3. Joint Ventures, 4. Divestitures,
5. Slump Sale, 6. Strategic Alliance, 7. Equity Carve out,
114
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a 14 Marks
long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be 14 Marks
a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be 14 Marks
a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be 14 Marks
a long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
115
Introduction:
The field of management has undergone a sea change and has today assumed a form of a
profession with a well-defined body of knowledge. Different functions of management have
got importance as per the environmental changes. After, 1950s Marketing Management has
assumed an important role in the organization. With continuously evolving and due to the
newer trends, the subject has become wider and wider.
1.Objectives:
This course is designed in such a way as to provide the students an under-standing of the
different contemporary and relevant topics in the subject of marketing management with
deeper penetration so that the students can choose the particular area of specialization even
under the Marketing Management as per their interest in future.
2.Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester
70%
Mid-Semester
20%
Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Class Participation
10%
3.Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
Marks
No.
(%)
1
Business/ Industrial Marketing (10 Hours)
25%
a. Difference between Business and Consumer Market
b. Primary Objectives of Business supplier
c. Characteristics of customers in the business Market
d. The business Buying Process
e. Factors affecting Business Buying Behaviour
2
ADVERTISING MANAGEMENT (10 Hours)
25%
a. Advertising Creates Brand image
b. Developing advertising Strategy
i. Identify and Understand Target Audience ,
ii. Setting Advertising Objectives
iii. Establish advertisement Spend
iv. Message Decisions
v. Media Decisions
vi. Execute the Advertise Campaign
vii. Evaluate Advertisement Effectives
viii. Improving Advertising result
c.Impact of Advertising
3
Rural Marketing (10Hours)
25%
a. Meaning and Definition of rural Marketing
b. Characteristics of rural Marketing
c. Importance of Rural Marketing
d. Rural Marketing Mix
e. Reasons for Rural Market boom
f. Problems and Challenges in Rural Marketing
116
25%
1.
2.
3.
4.
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
14 Marks
117
Introduction:
The role of HRM in organizations has gained tremendous importance over the years. It has
come some way from Personnel Management and today, is looked upon as a strategic
partner. Organizations with global presence, movement of workforce across geographical
boundaries have challenged the HR function as never before. The aim of this course is to
provide the under-graduate students with some knowledge about the important sub-functions
of HRM; functions that have not been covered in the core courses Basic Human Resource
Management and Human resource Management in Semesters III and IV.
1.Objectives:
1. The concept, objectives and statutory provisions regarding employee discipline,
2. The concepts of Human Resource Development and Talent Management,
3. Managing careers and mentoring
4. The contemporary issues of HR.
2.Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester
Mid-Semester
Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Class Participation
70%
20%
10%
3.Course Contents :
Module
No.
EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE
- Concept and definitions ,
- Objectives
- Holistic view on discipline i.e the positive approach to discipline
(Human Resource Development by Werner and Desimone)
- Causes of indiscipline
- Types of Discipline
- Essentials of a good disciplinary system
- Code of Discipline
- Procedure
- Kinds of punishment/penalties
- Role of HR Manager in maintaining discipline
- Statutory provisions concerning discipline
- Guidelines of a disciplinary action
- Principles of effective discipline
(Human Resource Management Text and Cases by S. S. Khanka)
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND TALENT
MANAGEMENT
(A) TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT OF HUMAN
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
118
RESOURCE
(i) Significance of training and development
- Training as a strategic organizational activity
(ii) Linkage Between business strategy and training
- Defender strategy , - Prospector strategy
(iii) The process of training and development
Need Assessment Programme design and development
Programme implementation Evaluation
(iv) Special forms of Training and Development Team
Diversity
Training
TrainingTraining
for Global
Assignments
Training for leadership Skills
Orientation Training
(Strategic Human Resource Management by Tanuja Agarwala)
(B) Talent Management
- Meaning and Benefits
- Process of talent management
- Focus of talent management
- Challenges to talent management
(Essentials of Strategic Human Resource Management Dr. Anjali
Ghanekar)
25%
MANAGING CAREERS AND MENTORING
(A) Career planning methods used by organisations
and objectives of each method Career Development
interventions for each career stage
Mentor relationships
- mentors and protgs
- roles and functions of mentors
- formal and informal mentoring relationships
(B) Individual, Organizational benefits of mentoring programmes
Negative mentoring experiences Key element of successful
mentoring relationship Special mentoring challenges
(Strategic Human Resource Management by Tanuja Agarwala)
25%
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES OF HR
(A) International Human resource management
- Types of International Organizations
- International HRM
- Difference between IHRM and Domestic HRM
- Reasons for increasing importance of IHRM IHRM Practices
- International staffing
- Pre- departure training for International Assignments
- Repatriation
- Performance Management in International Assignment
- Compensation Issues in International Assignment
(Strategic Human Resource Management by Tanuja Agarwala)
(B) Challenges Faced by HR in Knowledge Economy
(Exhibit 2.2 (pages 81-83)of Strategic Human Resource Management
by Tanuja Agarwala)
(C) Role of HR in Managing Cultural Change
(Pages 104-107 of Strategic Human Resource Management by Tanuja Agarwala)
119
(D) Innovations
Meaning
Core elements of innovation system: Leadership and management,
Strategic alignment, Innovation process, Organization and people,
Matrix, and Corporate culture.
- Framework for innovation
- Key strategies for innovation efficiency
-
1.
Managing innovation versus managing operations.
2.
Knowledge Management for consistency and innovation.
3.
HR challenges in managing mergers and acquisitions
(Essentials of strategic Human Resource Management by Dr. Anjali Ghanekar)
Discipline without punishment. (Human Resource Management by Dessler and Varkkey).
5.TOPICS OF SEMINAR
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a long
question, case study, application of concepts etc.
14 Marks
120
Introduction:
Although a consumer always pays Indirect taxes such as VAT and Service Tax, most of them
are unaware of the concept, types and government policies for indirect taxes. This knowledge
along with direct taxes will complete the taxation curriculum for B.B.A.
1.Objectives:
1) To introduce indirect tax laws in force and relevant rules and principles.
2) To introduce the basic concepts of Gujarat Value added Tax and Customs Law in India.
2.Evaluation :
Evaluation pattern
End Semester
Mid-Semester
Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Class Participation
70%
20%
10%
3.Course Contents :
Module
Modules/ Sub Modules
Marks
No.
(%)
1
25%
GUJARAT VAT AND CENTRAL SALES TAX :
Introduction and concept of VAT and Central Sales Tax Scope and
applicability of act ( Including exemption from tax) Registration
Provisions under Gujarat Value Added Tax Act, 2003 and Rules
2
25%
GUJARAT VAT:
-Following definitions under the Gujarat Value Added Tax Act, 2003
and Rules
1) Goods and Capital Goods, 2)Sale, 3)Dealer, 4)Resale,
5)Manufacture, 6)Person, 7)Turnover & Taxable Turnover
8)Business
- Incidence of Tax, Tax Rate and Tax credit concepts.
- Payment and Returns of VAT and different types of Assessment
schemes.
3
25%
CUSTOMS LAW:
- Principles governing levy of Customs duty, types of dutiesincluding
Protective duty, Safeguard duty, Countervailing duty and Antidumping duty.
- Exemption from customs duties
- Basic Principles of Classification of goods and Valuation of goods.
- Customs authorities, appointment of customs ports,warehousing
stations.
121
25%
CUSTOMS LAW:
- Provisions governing Conveyance, Importation and Exportation of
goods, special provisions regarding Baggage, Goods imported or
exported by post and Stores.
- Detailed procedure in relation to Warehousing.
- Drawback of Customs duties paid.
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14
Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a 14
long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a
14
long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a
14
long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Marks
Answer two short questions OR Any one question which could be a
14
long question, case study, application of concepts etc.
Marks
122
Marks
(%)
25%
25%
3
4
25%
25%
123
7.Reference Book :
1. Banking and Insurance - By R.K. Sharma, Shashi K. Gupta, Jagwant Singh
2. K. P. M., Banking Theory Law and Practice by Sundhram, Sultan Chand
3. Banking and financial system - B. Santhanam, Sundharam & Varshney
4. Principles of Insurance - By S.K. Jain
8.Structure of Course Examination
The external evaluation pattern would be based on the written examination taken at the end of
the semester. The overall evaluation pattern is as under:
Evaluation pattern
End Semester examination
70%
Mid-Semester examination
20%
Projects,
assignments,
quizzes,
class 10%
participation
Out of the 70% weight age of the external evaluation the style of the paper for all courses is so
decided as to evaluate the students on different parameters. The format includes subjective,
objective and applications questions so the test of students can be done on parameters like
conceptual knowledge, its application in actual sense, his or her memory and presence of
mind. The structure is as under:
9.Distribution of Marks :
Q.1
Q.2
Q.3
Q.4
Q.5
14 marks will have multiple choice questions based on the given units
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
14 Marks
124