Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) 2005 M.A ADMINISTRATION THOUGHTS - Question Paper

Tamilnadu Open University

M.A. DEGREE exam ( MPA-1 JAN-04)
ADMINISTRATION THOUGHTS

January, 2005.

Time: three hours
Maximum marks:75

PART A – (3X5=15)

ans any 3 ques. in about 500 words every.

All ques. carry equal marks.

1. explain the kinds of authority as enunciated by Weber.
2. explain peter Drucker’s view of organization structure.
3. What according to barnard are the executive functions?
4. elaborate the basic assumptions, involved in the “y” theory of McGregor?
5. discuss how differentiation and integration are the basic element of development


PART B – (4X15=60)
ans any 4 ques. in about 1,500 words every.
All ques. carry equal marks.

6. Evaluate the scientific principles of management of Taylor.
7. Examine the characteristics of Max Weber’s Bureaucracy.
8. Bring out the contribution of Elton Mayo to human relation approach.
9. Assess the contribution of Barnard to the theories of organization and authority.
10. Explicate Simon’s decision-making theory.
11. Examine the nature and importance of the 2 factor of Herzberg.
12..Discuss the different models of Rigg’s on society.

Earning:   Approval pending.