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    DE–4589

    11


DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

First Semester

MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5 × 8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.

All questions carry equal marks.



  1. Discuss the nature and scope of Management.

  2. Explain the importance of co-ordination in Management.

  3. What is business strategy? State its characteristics.

  4. Mention the steps involved in Management by Objective process.

  5. Discuss the need for decision-making in a business undertaking.

  6. Write a note on the scalar principle.

  7. What do you mean by Bench marking?

  8. State the guidelines of effective communication.

PART B — (4 × 15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.

All questions carry equal marks.


  1. ‘‘Fayol is considered as the father of modern management theory’’ – Discuss.

  2. What are standing plans? How do they help in the effective management of a business enterprise?

  3. Write a detailed note on need and importance of departmentation.

  4. ‘‘Management is essentially a process of motivation’’ – Comment.

  5. Explain the principal barriers to Management communication and suggest measures for removing them.

  6. Briefly explain the major techniques of managerial control.

  7. Discuss the importance of Total Quality Management.

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  1. DE–4590

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2008.

First Semester

Shipping and Port Management

ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.

All questions carry equal marks.



    1. Explain the scope of organisational behaviour.

    2. What are the factors affecting perception?

    3. Write a note on measurement of attitude.

    4. What are the principles of effective communication?

    5. Explain the types of leadership.

    6. Explain the symbols of power and powerlessness.

    7. Explain the factors influencing choice of organisational development intervention.

    8. How culture is created and sustained in an organisation?



SECTION B — (4 × 15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.

All questions carry equal marks


    9. Discuss the process and models of organisational behaviour.

    10. Illustrate the theories of personality.

    11. Describe the types of groups functioning in organisations.

    12. Explain the different types channels of communication.

    13. What are the causes for stress and state the consequences of it?

    14. ‘Resistance to change is a normal part of the process of change’ - Discuss. What techniques could be used to


    overcome it?

    15. Discuss the approaches to organisational effectiveness.


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    DE–4591

    13


DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S and PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

First Semester

MANAGERIAL ECONOMICS

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. Define managerial economics. How does it differ from traditional economics?

    2. Discuss the concepts ‘Discounting Principle’ and ‘Equi-marginal principle’.

    3. What is demand? Point out its various types.

    4. Explain briefly about cost concepts.

    5. Describe the nature and managerial uses of production function.

    6. Examine different types of competitive situations that may possibly be found in a market.

    7. State the functions of profit.

    8. Define national income. Bring out its uses in a developing country like India.



SECTION B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Explain the various functions of a managerial economist.

    10. State and explain the ‘Law of Demand’. What are its exceptions?

    11. Describe the advantages and limitations of large scale production.

    12. Discuss the importance of cost control in profit planning and explain the various areas of cost control.

    13. What is price discrimination? State the essential conditions for price discrimination.

    14. Explain the various approaches to profit forecasting.

    15. What do you understand by inflation? How does it affect in all sectors of an economy?


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  1. DE-4592

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

First Semester

ECONOMICS OF SEA TRANSPORTATION

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5 × 8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. Briefly explain the location of ports.

    2. Assess the importance of River Rhine in the European Trade.

    3. Write a note on ‘Cost of Sea Transport’.

    4. How the choice of the mode of transport is decided?

    5. Brief the strategic objectives of both bulk and liner shipping industries.

    6. Write in detail the different pattern of trade.

    7. Examine the various aspects of labour.

    8. What are the advantages of International Trade?



PART B — (4 × 15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Describe the various geographical regions.

    10. Explain how the size of the fleet is an element of flexibility.

    11. Explain the factors that influence the demand for shipping services.

    12. What is meant by ‘Economies of scale’ and what is the effects of different economies under large scale of operations.

    13. Discuss the size and scope of ship–owning undertakings.

    14. Explain the reasons for disequilibrium in the balance of payment and how the correction of the same can be done.

    15. Fleet supply at any one time is governed by many factors. Discuss how these factors influence the freight markets with regard to new building, deliveries from the shipyard and scarping/demolition.

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  1. DE–4593

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S and PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

First Semester

BUSINESS OF SHIPPING

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. What are the methods of stowage?

    2. What are the types of merchant’s trading methods?

    3. Give a brief note on ‘Letter of credit’.

    4. What are the functions of ICC?

    5. What do you understand by imbalance of trade?

    6. Write short notes on :



  1. (a) Angle of Repose

  2. (b) Unitized cargo.

    7. Explain the nature of bulk carriers.

    8. What are the duties of master?



SECTION B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. What vessels are suitable for the carriage of the following cargoes and why?

  1. (a) 3,500 Hundai cars from Chennai to Korea.

  2. (b) 4,50,000 Tonnes of Arabian Light crude oil.

    10. Describe the basic methods of employment in Freight Markts.

    11. Explain the functions of INSA.

    12. Discuss the reasons for imbalance of trade and its effects.

    13. Write in detail different types of shipping operations.

    14. Briefly explain the different types of charter.

    15. Explain briefly on :



  1. (a) SOLAS

  2. (b) IAM.



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    DE–4594

    21


DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Second Semester

FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. Explain the managerial uses of management accounting.

    2. Briefly explain accounting concepts.

    3. Explain the importance of trial balance.

    4. From the following detail find out :



    (a) Current assets.

    (b) Current liabilities.

    Current ratio 2.5.

    Liquid ratio : 1.5

    Working capital Rs. 90,000.


    5. What are the managerial uses of funds flow statement?

    6. What are the requirements of a good budgetary control system?

    7. Explain the limitations of standard costing.

    8. Product X requires 20 kgs. of material at Rs. 4 per kg. The actual consumption of material for the manufacturing of product X came to 24 kgs. of material at Rs. 4.50 per kg. Calculate :



    (a) Material cost variance.

    (b) Material price variance.



PART B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Explain clearly, about the Accounting Standards.

    10. Prepare Trading Profit and Loss account for the year ended 31 March, 1990 and B/s as at that date from the following Trial Balance.



Dr. Balance

Rs.

Cr. Balance

Rs.

Drawings

45,000

Capital

1,60,000

Good will

80,000

Bills payable

33,800

Land and Building

60,000

Creditors

70,000

Plant and machinery

40,000

Purchases Returns

2,650

Loose tools

3,000

Sales

4,18,000

Bills receivable

3,000







Stock 1st April 1989

40,000







Purchases

2,51,000







Wages

20,000







Carriage outwards

500







Carriage inwards

1,000







Coal

5,800







Salaries

35,000







Rent and Rates

2,800







Discount

1,500







Cash at bank

25,000







Cash in hand

400







Sundry Drs.

45,000







Repairs

1,800







Printing and stationery

500







Bad debts

1,200







Advertisements

3,500







Sales Returns

2,000







Furniture

11,200







General Expenses

5250







    Adjustments :

    (a) Closing stock on 31 March 1990 was Rs. 35,000.

    (b) Depreciate plant and machinery, tools and furniture by 10% and land and buildings by 5%.

    (c) Provide Rs. 1,500 for wages.

    (d) Advertisements prepaid are Rs. 500.

    (e) Provide 5% on debtors against bad debts and 2% against creditors.



    11. Following are the ratio to the trading activities of National Traders Ltd.

Debtors velocity

3 months

Stock velocity

8 months

Creditors velocity

2 months

Gross profit ratio

25 percent

    Gross profit for the year ended 31st December 1984 amounts to Rs. 4,00,000. Closing stock of the year is Rs. 10,000 above the opening stock. Bills receivable amount to Rs. 25,000 and Bills payable to Rs. 10,000.

    Find out :

    (a) Sales

    (b) Sundry Debtors

    (c) Closing stock and

    (d) Sundry creditors.



    12. What are the difference between funds flow statement and cash flow statement?

    13. What are the various types of Budgets?

    14. Explain merits and demerits of cost sheet.

    15. You are given the following information in respect of a company.






Rs.

Fixed cost

13,000

Variable cost

15,000

Total cost

28,000

Net profit

2,000

Net sales

30,000

    (a) Find out the break even point.

    (b) Forecast the profit for sales volume Rs. 50,000.

    (c) Estimate the volume of sales turnover to make a net profit of Rs. 10,000.


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  1. DE–4595

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (Shipping and Port Management) DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2008.

Second Semester

BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.



    1. Explain the significance of the growing middle class for Indian business organisation.

    2. What is National income? How is it calculated?

    3. Elaborate on Caste and Communal system prevailing in India.

    4. What are the types of corporate crimes?

    5. What are fundamental rights in Indian constitution?

    6. Explain the impact of political environment on business.

    7. What are the features of Technology?

    8. Explain the implications of Public policy formulation on business.



SECTION B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Explain the factors that influence business environment.

    10. Explain the significance of monetary and fiscal policies on business.

    11. Explain the causes of industrial sickness.

    12. Explain the ethical problems in business and measures taken for improving ethical performance in business.

    13. What are directive principles and state policy under political environment and their implications on business?

    14. What are phases of technology? Explain the impact of technology on the social system.

    15. Explain the need for environmental awareness and scanning for business planning.


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    DE–4596

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Second Semester

QUANTITATIVE METHODS

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. Write out the advantages and disadvantages of quantitative analysis.

    2. Bring out the features applications and functions of graphical representation.

    3. Analyse the role and contributions of elasticity of demand to determine the functional relationship.

    4. List out the different types of linear programming in detail.

    5. Examine the role and benefits of duality and sensitivity analysis for decision - making.

    6. Explain the chief characteristics of transportation in detail.

    7. List out the benefit of simulation and also explain the role of simulation in decision-making.

    8. Explain the chief features and characteristics of pay-off and loss tables.



SECTION B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Explain the linear and non-linear functions with suitable exercise.

    10. Analyse the productive function and explain the costs of operating a system.

    11. Examine the break-even analysis with suitable examples and draw out its usages.

    12. Explain the decision tree approach with suitable application, and write short on mini-max, maxi-max.

    13. Solve the following LPP by using simplex method


    Max

    Subject to constraint :





    14. Find the optimum solution for the following TPP :










    To




    Sources




    3

    1

    7

    4

    300

    From

    2

    6

    5

    9

    400




    8

    3

    3

    2

    500

    Demand

    250

    350

    400

    200




    15. A small retailer deals in a perishable commodity, the daily demand and supply of which are random variables. The past 500 days data are given below.

Supply

Demand

Available (kg)

No% of days

Available (kg)

No% of days

10

40

10

50

20

50

20

110

30

190

30

200

40

150

40

100

50

70

50

40

    The retailer buys the commodity at Rs. 20 per kg and sales at Rs. 30 per kg.

    If any commodity remains at the end of the day it has no saleable value and it is a dead loss.

    Moreover the loss of any unsatisfied commodity is
    Rs. 8 per kg

    Given the following random numbers, simulate 6 days sale.



    3

    1

    1

    8

    6

    38

    41

    57

    90




    7

    3

    2

    4

    3

    75

    81

    27







    Use the random numbers alternatively.



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    DE–4597

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2008.

Second Semester

Shipping and Port Management

FUNDAMENTALS OF E-COMMERCE

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. Explain the scope of E-commerce.

    2. What do you mean by ISP? Explain.

    3. Explain the concept of Digital signature.

    4. Explain the Tangible benefits of EDI.

    5. Explain SQL DML commands with example.

    6. Explain in briefly about authentication mechanisms.

    7. Discuss about the elements of E-Cash.

    8. Explain about Tracking tools for E-commerce.



SECTION B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Describe about network access equipments.

    10. Explain about Internet Addressing with example.

    11. Explain about various layers in EDI software.

    12. Discuss about the Extranet, Intranet and Internet relationship.

    13. Describe about the network database model in detail.

    14. ‘‘Encryption as the basis for data and message security’’– Explain.

    15. Give a detailed explanation on E-Reservation and booking.

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    DE– 4598

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A.(SHIPPING AND PORT MANAGEMENT)


DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2008.

Second Semester

SHIPPING LAWS AND MARINE INSURANCE

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. What are the rights and immunities of carries?

    2. Explain Insured perils.

    3. What is subrogation? Explain in detail.

    4. Explain the responsibilities of carrier.

    5. Explain the important types of Marine policy.

    6. What is mate’s Receipt? What are its advantages?

    7. Explain the functions of forwarding Agents.

    8. What are the important provisions of merchant shipping Act?





SECTION B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. What are the duties and powers of port officials?

    10. What are the various types of contracts for salvage?

    11. Explain the steps taken by the Indian Government for the effective implementation of shipping laws.

    12. Write short notes on:



    (a) Hague rules

    (b) Hague-Vestry rules

    (c) Ramburg rules.


    13. What are the important provisions of the Indian ports Act?

    14. Explain in detail about Bill of Lading.

    15. What are the important provisions of the Marine Insurance Act?




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    DE–4599

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A.(S&P.M) DEGREE EXAMINATION, DECEMBER 2008.

Third Semester

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.

All questions carry equal marks.


    1. Explain the nature of financial management.

    2. What are the different types of debentures?

    3. State the types of working capital.

    4. Write a brief note on Decision tree analysis.

    5. Discuss the relevance of cost of capital in decision making.

    6. Classify cost of capital.

    7. Discuss the importance of inventory management.

    8. What are the various costs associated with maintenance of receivables?



PART B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.

All questions carry equal marks.


    9. Explain the scope of financial management.

    10. Analyse the determinants of working capital.

    11. A project needs an investment of Rs. 1,38,500. The cost of capital is 12 per cent. The net cash inflows are as under:



Year

Rs.

1

30,000

2

40,000

3

60,000

4

30,000

5

20,000

  1. Calculate the internal rate of return and suggest whether the project should be accepted or not.

    12. Explain in detail the ‘Cost of preference capital’ and ‘cost of equity capital’.

    13. Calculate Economic order quantity from the following information. Also state the number of orders to be placed in a year.



    Consumption of materials per annum 10,000 kg.

    Order placing costs per order Rs. 50

    Cost per kg. of raw materials Rs. 2.

    Storage costs 8% on average inventory.



    14. Write an essay on rules and regulations governing public deposits.

    15. From the following data calculate



    (a) Safety stock

    (b) Re-order level and

    (c) Maximum level in respect of Material ‘A’.

    EOQ 500 Units

    Lead time 3 Weeks

    Weekly usage 50 units

    Weeks of safety desired by the firm 2.






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    DE–4600

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & P.M.) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Third Semester

SERVICES MARKETING

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.

All questions carry equal marks.



    1. What do you understand by services?

    2. What are the components of mission statement?

    3. What is the importance of positioning?

    4. Write a note on marketing audit.

    5. State the levels of service product.

    6. What are the promotional tools of the communication mix?

    7. What do you understand by market segmentation?

    8. Explain the importance of customer retention.



PART B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any THREE questions from Q. No. 9 to 14.

Question No. 15 is compulsory.


    9. Discuss the benefits of relationship marketing to the organizations.

    10. Enumerate the bases and purpose of market segmentation.

    11. Discuss the difference types of positioning strategy available.

    12. Discuss mission statement and corporate objectives as part of the marketing planning process.

    13. Examine the application of traditional Four P’s of marketing mix in service product.

    14. Describe the various classification of service.

    15. ‘The customer is the fulcrum of the service organisation’ — Explain this statement focusing the importance of customer service.




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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Third Semester

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.

All questions carry equal marks.



    1. Explain the nature of Human Resource Management.

    2. What are the objectives of Human Resource Planning?

    3. Explain the process of Job Analysis.

    4. What are the types of test used in employee selection?

    5. Explain the significance of Worker’s Participation in Management.

    6. Explain the importance of employee motivation.

    7. How to make an Induction Programme Effective?

    8. Delineate the procedure involved in a disciplinary action.



SECTION B — (4 × 15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.

All questions carry equal marks.


    9. “There are two sets of Human Resource Management functions – Managerial and operative” – Discuss.

    10. Bring out the factors that affect Job design.

    11. Briefly discuss the steps involved in conducting a training programme in a systematic way.

    12. Explain the various methods of wage payment with suitable example.

    13. Outline the causes of industrial accidents. How can accidents be avoided?

    14. What are the statutory provisions laid down concerning discipline in the Indian industries?

    15. What are causes of poor Industrelation in India? Suggest measures for improving industrial relations.


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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Third Semester

LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


  1. All questions carry equal marks.

    1. What is the difference between logistics and physical distribution?

    2. Write a note on Life cycle costing.

    3. Discuss the merits and demerits of the various modes of transport.

    4. State the functions of Transport and Storage.

    5. Why are distribution channels required? What role do they play in the marketing of products?

    6. List down the channel flows with a brief explanation of each of them.

    7. Explain briefly atleast seven of the elements of a channel information system?

    8. How do carriers charge for special rates and services?



PART B — (4 × 15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



  1. All questions carry equal marks.

    9. What are the steps to be taken to decide on a distribution strategy?

    10. Discuss the role of distribution management in the marketing mix.

    11. Explain multi-level and multi-echelon system.

    12. Describe the different types of storage facilities to be employed.

    13. What are the parameters used to evaluate channel alternatives?

    14. How does the availability of the internet impact international sales? and Discuss the factors to be considered for success of supply chain management.

    15. Explain Briefly ‘‘World Class Logistics Management’’ (WCLM).


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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Third Semester

MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

SECTION A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. What are the different phases of system development?

    2. List down the advantages of prototyping.

    3. What are the objectives of an effective MIS?

    4. List down the Goals of a Information Resource Management (IRM).

    5. Briefly describe about using web as Integral part of marketing strategy?

    6. What are the benefits of ERP?

    7. List down the technical limitations of Electronic Commerce (EC).

    8. What is SMTP? and list down the uses of it.



SECTION B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Describe about the uses of structured analysis tools to document the system specification of a system to be built.

    10. (a) What is MIS?



    (b) What are the functions of management?

    (c) Define information and list down the types of Information.



    11. Briefly describe about evolution of MIS.

    12. Write about effect of computers on MIS.

    13. What are the factors affects the locations of computer hardware? and what are the alternatives for hardware location and control?

    14. How security in ensured on Internet?

    15. Write about Business process reengineering.


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  1. DE–4604

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S and PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Third Semester

PORT MANAGEMENT

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.

All questions carry equal marks.



    1. Briefly explain the port design and layout.

    2. Distinguish between hinterlands and fore lands.

    3. Describe the structure of port tariffs in India.

    4. Outline the nature of Indian Port Law.

    5. Write a short on port security in Indian force.

    6. Explain the role of insurance in port management.

    7. What are the merits of privatization in port operations?

    8. State the future role of port authorities.



PART B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.

All questions carry equal marks.


    9. Describe the various functions of ports.

    10. Enumerate the factors influencing the environment of port.

    11. Explain the elements of port competition.

    12. Discuss the general principles of port organization.

    13. Briefly explain the legal aspects of port management.

    14. Discuss the various factors to be considered while making port planning.

    15. Explain the potential sources of private capital.


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  1. DE–4605

    41


DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Fourth Semester

CHARTERING

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5 × 8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. What is TC Yield and how it is calculated?

    2. What is Freight Taxes? Explain in the context of Income Tax Act 1961?

    3. What is a Laytime Statement and how it differs from Demurrage.

    4. Discuss the liability of the Vessel owner to provide “seaworthy vessel” as per Hague Visby Rules.

    5. What is EDI and explain its usage in the Maritime Industry?

    6. Explain the significance of BIMCO in international shipping?

    7. Who issues these certificates and how long they are valid — DERAT, SAFETY EQUIPMENT, RADIO LICENSES

    8. What is the definition of “Safe Port” and what is called Port Congestion?



PART B — (4 × 15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Explain (a) Himalaya Clause (b) Both to Blame collision clause (c) Jason clause?

    10. What are the 6 essentials conditions before declaring “General Average”?

    11. Briefly mention the role of any three of (a) International Chamber of Shipping (b) Intertanko (c) Institute of chartered Shipbrokers (d) Baltic Exchange (e) IMO (f) FONASBA
    (g) Lloyds Register of Shipping

    12. Explain the duties of Port Operations Department of Ship Owner? What are the important communications the vessel owner is required to send to the Agent in case of a Time Charter of the vessel.

    13. Explain the methods of Freight and Hire calculation and payment methods in charter parties.

    14. Explain the procedure followed in finalizing charter parties — offer, counter offer, legal and ethical requirements

    15. Discuss the role of International Maritime Bureau (IMB) and what are the precautionary steps to be taken by Vessel Owner, Charterer, Shipper, Importer to avoid maritime frauds.







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    DE–4606

    42


DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Fourth Semester

LINER TRADE AND MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum: 100 marks

PART A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. Define and write down the difference between NVOCC operators and Freight Forwarders.

    2. What are the major Liner Trade Routes of the world?

    3. Discuss Marine Frauds and its major causes.

    4. How does Liner Trade differs from Multimodal Transportation?

    5. Discuss “Shipping is a part of Logistics industry”.

    6. Define and discuss the difference between Negotiability and Transferability.

    7. Discuss the concept of space selling in Liner Trade with special reference to Slot Chartering.

    8. What do you understand by Way Port Certificate and Roll over of containers?



PART B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. How agents are appointed in Liner Trade and discuss the relevance of Agency Accounts?

    10. Discuss the procedure for filing Cargo Claims and What do you mean by General Average.

    11. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of Privatization of Container Berths in India with special reference to the policies adopted by the Ministry of Shipping.

    12. Discuss the process of operations involved in ICD Exports and Imports. What is meant by Gateway Ports?

    13. Define any five of the following : INSA, IPBC, International Transporters Federation, IMO, BIMCO, Lloyds of London, ISO containers, Port Congestion Surcharge.

    14. Discuss the mechanism involved in Construction and Use of Tariff in Liner Trade and how the rates are quoted to shippers.

    15. What are the procedures involved in Export and Import of Containers. Discuss the importance of filing IGM/EGM with Customs.


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    DE–4607

    43


DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Fourth Semester

COASTAL SHIPPING

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.

All questions carry equal marks.



    1. Name any three major (or) minor ports of East Coast of India and mention the nature of cargo mainly handled through such ports.

    2. India has a vast coastline but still the coastal trade has not made its impact on logistics – Explain why?

    3. Discuss the main elements of the Coastal Vessels Act 1838?

    4. Highlight the importance of Customs Waters.

    5. What are the determinants of growth of coastal trade in India?

    6. Define the word Cargo” under coastal movement.

    7. What is the purpose of “steering committee’’.

    8. Importance of Coast Guard in development and maintenance of minor ports in India — Discuss.



PART B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.

All questions carry equal marks.


    9. ‘‘Privatization has brought about extremely positive results” Analyse the statement in today’s context.

    10. Explain the provisions of National Shipping Board.

    11. Discuss the role and functions of “Ports Wing” of Ministry of Shipping.

    12. Explain the main features of Merchant Shipping Act.

    13. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of carrying coastal cargo in Foreign Flag vessels and Coastal flag vessels.

    14. How the recommendations of Afzulpurkar Committee improve the coastal trade in India.

    15. Do “SWOT” analysis of Minor and Major Ports in India.




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    DE–4608

    44


DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Fourth Semester

SHIP MANAGEMENT

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. What is meant by FoC (Flags of Convenience) and explain offshore flags?

    2. Explain GRT and NRT.

    3. Give a brief note on Port State Control.

    4. What is World Scale and how is it used in fixing charter rates?

    5. Mention the various designations of Deck and Engine Side of ship.

    6. ‘‘Master of a vessel is a deemed owner’’-Explain.

    7. What do you understand by ‘‘Load Line Zones’’?

    8. Explain the purpose and necessity of Dry docking of a vessel.



PART B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Mention various types of Certificates issued to a ship and briefly explain the purpose of such certificates?

    10. Discuss the role and importance of Lloyds Register of shipping (LRS) and explain the types of surveys in maritime trade.

    11. Explain the term - FIO, FAS, MOL, DWCC, SHEX, ROB, NOR.

    12. What is Demurrage and Despatch and explain the difference between statement of facts (SoF) and time sheets.

    13. What are the items that are found on a pre-printed checklist of a Port Agent and why it is necessary to have a checklist?

    14. What is bunkering and state its importance of optimizing the voyage cost?

    15. Define Voyage Estimates and explain the information required for preparing such estimates.


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  1. DE–4609

    45


DISTANCE EDUCATION

M.B.A. (S & PM) DEGREE EXAMINATION,


DECEMBER 2008.

Fourth Semester

SHIP AGENCY

(2005 onwards)

Time : Three hours Maximum : 100 marks

PART A — (5  8 = 40 marks)

Answer any FIVE questions.


    1. Define and discuss the role of Charterer’s Agent.

    2. Explain the importance of INCOTERMS in international trade.

    3. What is called ‘‘Insurable Interest’’?

    4. Explain the role of Port Agent in arranging transshipment of ICD container.

    5. Explain the importance of Bunker survey at the time of Deliver and Redelivery of the vessel.

    6. When an agency can be terminated?

    7. Explain Charaterer’s liability for actions of nominated agent.

    8. Explain the role of ITIC.



PART B — (4  15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.



    9. Explain the duties and liabilities of Agent and Principal.

    10. Draft a Tender Bid for Port Agency for a tanker owner. Explain the IT advantages of your agency with a specific alignment to tanker trade.

    11. Define Liner Trade and Tramp service. Discuss the suitability for different types of goods.

    12. Explain the third party rights against Agent and Principal in United Kingdom and in India.

    13. As an Agent how will you arrange for conversion of the vessel from foreign status to coastal status.

    14. Discuss the type of container used for shipment of Fresh Juice, Fresh Fruit, coffee, Onion, Garments and Clothing.



    15. Port clearance at the time of Berthing and Sailing is an important job of the agent. Explain.

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