Alagappa University 2008 B.A Public Administration PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT - Question Paper

part A — (5 X eight = 40 marks)
ans any 5 ques.
All ques. carry equal marks

1.Describe the scientific approach to management.
2.Narrate the steps in planning.
3.What are strategical and tactical decisions?
4.What is the classical organization theory?
5.Outline the process of delegation of authority.
6.How does motivation influence behaviour?
7.State the postulates of participative leadership.
8.Explain the process of PERT/CPM as a control technique.

part B — (4 X 15 = 60 marks)
ans any 4 ques..
All ques. carry equal marks.

9.Discuss and decide on the nature of management whether it is a science, art or profession.
10.Elaborate the hierarchy of plans.
11.Illustrate the determination of span of management explaining the factors affecting it.
12.State the causes for decentralization and discuss the factors that determine the degree of decentralization.
13.Narrate the principles of direction.
14.Describe the barriers for effective communication.
15.Explain the functioning of budgetary control system in an organization.

Earning:   Approval pending.