Principles And Practices Of Management(Dpba 012) Question Paper
Principles And Practices Of Management(Dpba 012)
Course:Business Administration
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2011
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS • Answer Question ONE and any Other TWO Questions
Question 1
a) Explain the evolution of management in brief. (4marks)
b) Explain FOUR theories of management. (8marks)
c) How does the THREE theories of Management help the organization achieve its set objectives. (8marks)
d) Write short notes on the following:
i) Democratic style of leadership (2marks)
ii) Organization structure. (2marks)
iii) Organization culture (2marks)
iv) Autocratic leadership (2marks)
v) Charismatic leadership (2marks)
Question 2
a) Describe FIVE features of an effective manager. (10marks)
b) Explain what is motivation (2marks)
c) What are the elements of a good motivated workforce in an organization. (8marks)
Question 3
a) How has the new technology assisted the employees and its organizations in the work performance? (4marks)
b) Outline the advantages of groups and teams in Organizations. (4marks)
c) Explain the following terms and statements
i) Work design? (12marks)
ii) What are strong culture? (1.5marks)
iii) Explain importance of planning (2.5marks)
iv) In organizations what is organization design. (2.5marks)
v) What makes the teams popular? (2.5marks)
vi) What is technology transfer? (2.5marks)
Question 4
a) Discuss the stages involved in the decision making process? (12marks)
b) How does charismatic and transformational leaders assist the Organization in its performance? (4marks)
c) Name and explain FOUR roles of a manager. (4marks)
Question 5
a) Explain FIVE differences between leaders and groups. (10marks)
b) What are the popular misconception about motivation? (6marks)
c) Explain FOUR types of leadership roles in Organization today? (4marks)
More Question Papers
Exams With Marking Schemes
Popular Exams
Mid Term Exams
End Term 1 Exams
End Term 3 Exams
Opener Exams
Full Set Exams
Return to Question Papers