Bcom 102: Principles And Practice Of Management Question Paper
Bcom 102: Principles And Practice Of Management
Course:Bachelor Of Commerce
Institution: Chuka University question papers
Exam Year:2013
CHUKA
UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
EXAMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD OF DEGREE IN BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
BCOM 102: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE OF MANAGEMENT
STREAMS: BCOM TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: WEDNESDAY 17/4/2013 2.30 PM – 4.30 PM
INSTRUCTIONS:
ANSWER QUESTION ONE AND ANY OTHER TWO QUESTIONS
QUESTION ONE
(a) Discuss the ways in which a flatter organization structure may enhance effectiveness. [10 Marks]
(b) Analyse the ways in which a manager may apply conceptual skills at the work place. [5 Marks]
(c) Explain the factors that may hinder effective decision making in an organization.
[5 Marks]
(d) Explain key management issues that shape an organizations operations. [10 Marks]
QUESTION TWO
(a) Using benchmark studies on leadership discuss the behavioral approach to leadership effectiveness. [12 Marks]
(b) Describe the strategic planning process used by large organizations. [8 Marks]
QUESTION THREE
Discuss propositions of Fredrick Taylor which made him be regarded as the father of scientific
management. [20 Marks]
QUESTION FOUR
(a) It has been suggested that an organizations controls need control. Using this argument explain the guidelines to effective controls. [10 Marks]
(b) Describe the characteristics of planning. [10 Marks]
QUESTION FIVE
(a) Discuss the factors that influence decentralization of decision making. [10 Marks]
(b) Some organizations use the six sigma business scorecard as a corporate performance measurement system. Explain the benefits of using this performance scorecard.
[10 Marks
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