M.B.A-M.B.A 4th Sem 404 - F : International Business Operations(University of Pune, Pune-2013)

INTERNATIONALBUSINESS SPECIALIZATION - IV

404 - F : International Business Operations

(2008 Course)

Time : 3 Hours]                                                                                                     [Max. Marks : 70

Instructions to the candidates:

1) Attempt any five questions.

2) All questions carry equal marks.

Q1) What is outsourcing? How is it so relevant in International business operations?

Q2) Considering the variations in operating practices, what is the process of

benchmarking in International operations?

Q3) How does setting - up factories in foreign country plays a strategic role in

global production?

Q4) “Planning is one of the most critical issues in International Business

Operations? Justify.

Q5) Elaborate factors to be considered for facility location and layout in

International business operations.

Q6) How does international technology interface help in managing international

operations?

Q7) Write short notes on any two :-

a) Layout in operations.

b) Toyata way

c) International technology transfer

d) Factory Act 

Earning:  ₹ 7.80/-