Periyar University 2010 B.C.A Computer Application -introduction to behaviour science and organisational structure - Question Paper

18.    (a) Examine the different styles to the study of

Leader Behaviour.

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(b) What are the common barriers to effective communication? How can they be overcome?

19.    (a) Discuss the difference between functional

and dysfunctional conflicts.

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(b) What do you mean by Organisational politics? Discuss the measures 7 to avoid organisational politics.    '

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20.    (a) Explain the procedure of selection of

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(b) Discuss the various steps involved in the OD process.

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(For the candidates admitted from 2006-2007 onwards)

B.C.A./B.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, APRIL/MAY 2010.

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Sixth Semester

INTRODUCTION TO BEHAVIOUR SCIENCE AND ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE

Time : Three hours    Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A (10 x 2 = 20 marks)

Answer ALL questions.

1.    State the basic assumptions of organisational behaviour.

2.    Define Group.

3.    How will you distinguish leader from manager?

4.    What is Type A personality?

5.    State the meaning of Achievement Motivation.

6.    Write a note on Sensitivity Training.

7.    What is Learning?

8.    What is Decision-Making?

9.    What do you mean by Locus of Control?

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10.    State the meaning of Conflict.

SECTION B (5 x 4 = 20 marks)

Answer ALL questions choosing either (a) or (b).

11.    (a) What are the process of Perception?

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(b) Bring out the nature of Attitudes.

12.    (a) Narrate Maslows need hierarchy theory of

motivation.

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(b) What is Group cohesiveness? How is it influencing productivity?

13.    (a) Explain the elements of the communication

process.

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(b) A leader is developed and not bom -Explain this statement.

14.    (a) How is power acquired in organisations?

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(b) Define Organisation structure. Why is it needed?

15.    (a) What is meant by Organisational change?

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(b) What is performance appraisal? State its significance.

SECTION C (5 x 12 = 60 marks)

Answer ALL questions choosing either (a) or (b).

16.    (a) Explain the various approaches to the study

of organisational Behaviour.

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(b) What are the different determinants of Personality? Discuss.

17.    (a) How are group decisions made? How can

group decisions be made more effective?

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(b) Describe the Vrooms Expectancy theory of Motivation.

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