Basic Development Economics — DU B.A. (Hons.) Economics Previous Year Question Papers

Q1. (a) Explain the nature and significance of management. (9 marks) (b) Explain the evolution of management thought by comparing Classical, Neoclassical, and Modern approaches. (9 marks) (a) Discuss the systems approach and contingency approach to management. (9 marks) (b) A manufacturing firm is facing delays due to poor coordination among departments. 02. (a) Describe the main functions of management and explain how they are interrelated. (b) Explain the meaning and importance of organizing as a managerial function. (9 marks) Q3 (a) Discuss the concept and importance of decision-making and the idea of bounded rationality. (9 marks) (b) Explain the factors affecting organisational design. (9 marks) (a) Define planning and distinguish between strategic and operational planning. (9 marks) Q4 (a) Discuss Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory and its managerial implications. (9 marks) (a) Analyse McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y. How do these assumptions affect managerial style? (9 marks) (b) Evaluate the effectiveness of communication as a tool for motivation and leadership. Q5 (a) What is controlling? Explain the principles and process of controlling. (9 marks) (a) Discuss the techniques of managerial control with examples. (9 marks) (a) Describe the major management challenges of the 21st century. (9 marks) (b) Explain how digitalisation, internationalisation, and workplace diversity are reshaping management. (9 marks) Tàntà tàn tự pon t binh le payerz (g) (Letc 6)