Maharashi Dayanand University (MDU) 2007 M.C.A Computer IT Management - Question Paper

Q1. (a) discuss the concept of Management and Administration and their role in an organization.
(b) “Management is both an art and a profession” Comment.
(c) Why do managers need to understand info Technology (IT)?
Q.2. (a) Identify the management functions and the info needs of a business enterprise in the light of these
functions.
(b) What role can info Technology (IT) play in improving the productivity in different management functions?
Identify the role in the light of modifications that are taking place in IT and focus of these functions.
Q3. (a) “Planning for IT infrastructure requires understanding of both the info technology and Business process
“.Discuss the statement and identify the role of a manager in the process of planning for IT infrastructure.
(b) What role can IT play in improving communication in a business enterprise?
Q4. Identify the main characteristics features of Marketing Management System(MMS).Explain different steps in the
development of a MMS, identifying the role that a manager should play in a process.
Q5. (a) “As a speed of peripherals is much slower than the speed of CPU ,there is no point in seeking CPUs with higher
clock speed”. What other factors are relevant in the performance of a PC? Why the ever increasing speeds of
CPUs have not been able to satisfy users?
(b) What is your best precaution against infecting your PC with a virus?
Q6. What components of production management systems would be suitable in a manufacturing enterprise? What
advantages do you see in computer aided manufacturing? Would you suggest use of management system even in
traditional manufacturing industries such as textiles?
Q7. define in detail, different approaches for technological upgradation and change in an organization.
Q8. Write short notes on the following:
1) Transfer of new product development into manufacturing technology.
2) Interaction ranging from R & D and Engineering activities.

Earning:   Approval pending.