Tumkur University 2008 B.B.M General Management - Question Paper

Q. 1: In what way does Neelman demonstrate an understanding of human resource approach to management? 10 Marks

Q. 2: To decrease the trade deficit, and to slow the outsourcing (or offshoring) of U.S. jobs, many people encourage Americans to insist on purchasing consumer goods made in the United States. elaborate the advantage and disadvantage of a buy American policy? 10 Marks

Q. 3: Small and medium-sized companies are often eager to hire people with about 5 years of experience working in a large, successful bureaucratic firm such as IBM or general Electric. What might be the cause behind the demand for these workers with experience in a bureaucracy ? 10 Marks

Q. 4: A manufacturing supervisor changed his sex from male to female, and took a medical leave of absence during the final stages of the transformation. Upon her return, she wanted her old job back. The company offered her a technician’s job but refused to reappoint her as supervisor, saying she would create too many distractions. define whether you think this situation is a ques. of job discrimination? 10 Marks

Q. 5: For what kind of leadership situation might a transformational leader be
inappropriate? 10 Marks

Q .6: Think back to the executive who recognized employees with motivational stickers, such as “Dynamite.” What impact might such a sticker have on your job performance and satisfaction? 10 Marks

Q. 7: How might understanding the steps in the communication process help managers and staff professionals do a better job? 10 Marks

Q. 8: In what way is participating on a spots team, in a musical band, or in an orchestra good participation for being a member of a work group on the job? 10 Marks

Q. 9: Why don’t managers who are great controllers generally receive as much publicity as managers who are great leaders? 10 Marks

Q. 10: Why should management be willing to rehabilitate employees through an employee assistance program when so many workers have been downsized in latest years? 10 Marks

Earning:   Approval pending.