MF0010 – SECURITY ANALYSIS AND PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT

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Master of Business Administration- MBA Semester 4

MF0010–SECURITY ANALYSIS AND PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT-4 Credits

(Book ID: 1754)

Assignment (60 Marks)

Note: Answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme. Each Question carries 10 marks 6 X 10=60.

Q1. Financial markets bring the providers and users in direct contact without any intermediary. Financial markets permits the businesses and governments to raise the funds needed by sale of securities. Describe the money market/capital market – features and its composition.

Answer. Features Money Market:

Securities

Money markets specialize in short-term--less than one year--debt securities. This short maturation time provides the same benefits as liquid cash for the investor. Basically, a money market security is an IOU from a government, financial institution or other large corporation. Money market securities are safer than most other securities and therefore offer lower returns.

Q2. Risk is the likelihood that your investment will either earn money or lose money. Explain the factors that affect risk.

Mr. Rahul invests in equity shares of Wipro. Its anticipated returns and associated probabilities are given below:

Return	-15	-10	5	10	15	20	30
Probability	0.05	0.10	0.15	0.25	0.30	0.10	0.05

You are required to calculate the expected ROR and risk in terms of standard deviation.

Answer. Risks:

Systematic Risk

Systematic risk is also known as market risk and relates to factors that affect the overall economy or securities markets. Systematic risk affects all companies, regardless of the company's financial condition, management, or capital structure, and, depending on the investment, can involve international as well as domestic factors.

Q3. Explain the business cycle and leading coincidental & lagging indicators. Analyse the issues in fundamental analysis.

Answer. Business Cycle:

Composite of leading, lagging and coincident indexes created by the Conference Board and used to forecast changes in the direction of the overall economy of a country. They can be used to confirm or predict the peaks and troughs of the business cycle and are published for the U.S., Mexico, France, the U.K., South Korea, Japan, Germany, Australia and Spain.

Types of Indicators:

1. Leading Indicators

Leading indicators consist of measures of economic activity in which shifts may predict the onset of a business cycle. Examples of leading indicators include average weekly work hours in manufacturing, factory orders for goods, housing permits and stock prices. Increases or decreases in these measures

Q4. Discuss the implications of EMH for security analysis and portfolio management.

Answer. Passive Captures the Return of an Entire Market

When you take this analogy, and apply it to investing, first you look at the entire market of available stocks. A passive investor wants to own all the stocks, because they think as a whole, over long periods of time, capitalism works, and they are likely to receive higher returns from investing in the entire stock market than by trying to pick the individual stocks which will outperform the market as a whole.

Q5. Explain about the interest rate risk and the two components in it.

An investor is considering the purchase of a share of XYZ Ltd. If his required rate of return is 10%, the year-end expected dividend is Rs. 5 and year-end price is expected to be Rs. 24, Compute the value of the share.

Answer. Interest Rate Risk'

The risk that an investment's value will change due to a change in the absolute level of interest rates, in the spread between two rates, in the shape of the yield curve or in any other interest rate relationship. Such changes usually affect securities inversely and can be reduced by diversifying (investing in fixed-income securities with different durations) or hedging (e.g. through an interest rate swap).

Q6. Elucidate the risk and returns of foreign investing. Analyse international listing.

Answer. Risks:

Transaction Costs

Likely the biggest barriers to investing in international markets are the transaction costs. Although we live in a relatively globalized and connected world, transactions costs can still vary greatly depending on which foreign market you are investing in. Brokerage commissions are almost always higher in international markets compared to domestic rates.

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BBA105 – Computer Fundamentals

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Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA Semester 1

BBA105–Computer Fundamentals-2 Credits

(Book ID: B1501)

Assignment (30 Marks)

Note: Answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme. Each Question carries 10 marks 3 X 10=30.

Q1. (A) Determine the decimal equivalent of the given number (34.51)8

(b) Determine the decimal equivalent of the given number (155)16

Answer. (a) (34.51)8 represents in base 8.

Our numbering system is based on place values. And the values of the places represent various powers of the base:

Ø  The value of the rightmost digit is the base to the zero power.

Ø  The digit to the left of that

Q2. Invite a set of friends for your wedding through email because you do not have enough of time to go and personally invite. How do you invite them with one personal mail?

Answer. The Mail and Catalog Merge Wizard guides you through the steps involved in creating a mail merge. The following procedures provide detailed information about creating a mail merge in step-by-step order.

Step 1 of 5: Select a merge type

1. On the Tools menu, point to Mail and Catalog Merge, and then click Mail and Catalog Merge Wizard.

2. In the Mail and Catalog Merge task pane, under

Q3. Write short notes on

a. Magnetic disc description

b. CD ROM description

Answer. (a) Magnetic disk

A memory device, such as a floppy disk, a hard disk, or a removable cartridge, that is covered with a magnetic coating on which digital information is stored in the form of microscopically small, magnetized needles. It is the primary computer storage device. Like tape, it is magnetically recorded and can be re-recorded over and over.

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BBA104 – Quantitative Techniques in Business

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Fall-2013

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA Semester 1

BBA104–Quantitative Techniques in Business-2 Credits

(Book ID: B1500)

Assignment (60 Marks)

Note: Answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme. Each Question carries 10 marks 3 X 10=30.

Q1. What do you mean by Measures of Central Tendency? Explain the Measures of Central Tendency.

Answer. Central tendency (or, more commonly, a measure of central tendency) is a central value or a typical value for a probability distribution. It is occasionally called an average or just the center of the distribution. The most common measures of central tendency are the arithmetic mean, the median and the mode. A central tendency can be calculated for either a finite set of values or for a theoretical distribution, such as the normal distribution. Occasionally authors use central tendency (or centrality), to mean "the tendency of quantitative data to cluster around some central value,” This meaning might be

Q2. Briefly explain the following:

a) Cumulative frequency distribution

b) Pie Chart

c) Bar Chart

d) Histogram

e) Frequency polygon.

Answer. (a) Cumulative frequency distribution

A cumulative frequency distribution is a summary of a set of data showing the frequency (or number) of items less than or equal to the upper class limit of each class. This definition holds for quantitative data and for categorical (qualitative) data (but only if the latter are ordinal - that is, a natural order of items is specified).

A cumulative frequency distribution is the sum of the class and all classes below it in a frequency distribution. Rather

Q3. a. Explain the methods of determining trend in time series.

b. Fit a straight line trend by method of least squares to the following data:

Year	2000	2001	2002	2003	2004
Production (in lakhs)	4	6	9	10	11

Answer. (a) Trend:

The trend is the long-term movement of a time series. Any increase or decrease in the values of a variable occurring over a period of several years gives a trend.  If the values of a variables remain statutory over several years, then no trend can be observed in the time series. To study the growth in industrial production from the 

BBA103 – Business Enviornment

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Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA Semester 1

BBA103–Business Enviornment-4 Credits

(Book ID: B1499)

Assignment (60 Marks)

Note: Answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme. Each Question carries 10 marks 6 X 10=60.

Q1. Perform SWOT analysis on any one of the major IT companies like Infosys, TCS, HCL and Wipro.

Answer. A tool that identifies the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of an organization. Specifically, SWOT is a basic, straightforward model that assesses what an organization can and cannot do as well as its potential opportunities and threats. The method of SWOT analysis is to take the information from an environmental analysis and separate it into internal (strengths and weaknesses) and external issues (opportunities and threats). Once this is completed, SWOT analysis determines what may

Q2. Discuss Business Ethics. What are the activities considered unethical in business?

Answer. Business ethics are moral principles that guide the way a business behaves. The same principles that determine an individual’s actions also apply to business.

Acting in an ethical way involves distinguishing between “right” and “wrong” and then making the “right” choice. It is relatively easy to identify unethical business practices. For example, companies should not use child labour. They should not unlawfully use copyrighted materials and processes. They should not engage in bribery.

Business ethics is the behavior that

Q3. Discuss the economic functions and roles of the government?

Answer. Functions:

Sources are nodes that produce resources. In Risk, the building action is a source: it produces armies. Likewise passing 'Go' in Monopoly also is a source: it generates money. Health packs are sources of health in shooter games. As any node in a Machinations diagram, sources have an activation mode that is passive, interactive or automatic.

Drains are nodes that consume resources. In an adventure game where you can cross hot lava at the cost of loss of health points, the lava acts as a drain. Being underwater in most games causes a resource representing breath to be

; at the same time, however, holding sacred the freedom of conscience."

Q4. Is Indian rupee fully convertible?

Discuss the consequences of convertibility of rupee.

Answer. No Indian rupee is not fully convertible but partially possible.

Convertible Currency

A currency that can be readily bought or sold without government restrictions, in order to purchase another currency. A convertible currency is a liquid instrument when compared to currencies tightly controlled by a central bank or other regulating authority. Developing countries or those with more authoritative governments are more likely to place restrictions on the exchange of currencies. Currencies from these countries are typically less stable, and may come from economies with high inflation rates, and are

Q5. Describe the corporate social responsibility of business houses towards human resources with an example of an Indian company.

Answer. Corporate social responsibility is a management concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and interactions with their stakeholders. CSR is generally understood as being the way through which a company achieves a balance of economic, environmental and social imperatives (“Triple-Bottom-Line- Approach”), while at the same time addressing the expectations of shareholders and stakeholders. In this sense it is important to draw a distinction between CSR, which can be a strategic business management concept, and charity, sponsorships or philanthropy. Even though the latter can also make a valuable contribution to poverty

Q6. Higher FDI is expected to bring in more investment. Discuss the importance of FDI in this context.

Answer. FDI stands for Foreign Direct Investment.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) is the movement of capital across national frontiers in a manner that grants the investor control over the acquired asset. Thus it is distinct from portfolio investment which may cross borders, but does not offer such control

The investing company may make its overseas investment in a number of ways - either by setting up a subsidiary or associate company in the foreign country, by acquiring shares of an overseas company, or through a merger or joint venture.

FDIs require a business relationship between a

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BBA102 – Organisational Behaviour

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Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA Semester 1

BBA102–Organisational Behaviour-4 Credits

(Book ID: B1498)

Assignment (60 Marks)

Note: Answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme. Each Question carries 10 marks 6 X 10=60.

Q1. Define the term ‘Organisational Behaviour’. Describe the importance of Organisational behaviour.

Answer. Organizational behavior is a field of study that investigates the impact that individuals, groups and structures have on behavior within an organization for the purpose of applying such knowledge towards improving an organization's effectiveness. It is an interdisciplinary field that includes sociology, psychology, communication, and management; and it complements the academic studies of organizational theory (which is focused on organizational and intra-organizational topics) and human resource studies (which are more applied and business-oriented). It may also be referred to as

Q2. List the types of organisation structure? Mention the basic elements of Organization Structure. Explain any three elements.

Answer. Organisation Structures;

1. Functional Structure

2. Divisional Structure

3. Matrix.

4. Project Organisation Structure.

Elements:

1. Geography

How your organization is structured can depend on how many corporate locations you need to account for in your planning. The more spread out an organization is, the more autonomy each location will need to be

Q3. Define the term ‘Learning’. Explain the theories of learning.

Answer. Learning:

Learning is acquiring new, or modifying and reinforcing, existing knowledge, behaviors, skills, values, or preferences and may involve synthesizing different types of information. The ability to learn is possessed by humans, animals and some machines. Progress over time tends to follow learning curves. Learning is not compulsory; it is contextual. It does not happen all at once, but builds upon and is shaped by what we already know. To that end, learning may be viewed as a process, rather than a collection of factual and procedural knowledge. Learning produces changes in the organism and the changes produced

Q4. Describe Conflict management approaches.

Answer. Conflict management is the process of limiting the negative aspects of conflict while increasing the positive aspects of conflict. The aim of conflict management is to enhance learning and group outcomes, including effectiveness or performance in organizational setting. Conflict management is something that companies and managers need to deal with. Conflict significantly affects employee morale, turnover, and litigation, which affects the prosperity of a company, either constructively or destructively.

Q5. Define the term ‘power’ with respect to organizational behaviour. What are the sources of power? Explain.

Answer. Power as explained by Max Weber - "The probability that one actor within a social relationship will be in a position to carry out his own will despite resistance."

Pfeffer - "The potential ability to influence behavior, to change the course of events, to overcome resistance, and to get people to do things that they would not otherwise do."

The concept of power needs to be

Q6. What do you mean by organizational change? Explain the need for change. What are the reasons for resistance to change in organisation?

Answer. Organisational Change:

Company or organization going through a transformation. Organization change occurs when business strategies or major sections of an organization are altered. Also known as reorganization, restructuring and turn around.

Need for Change:

1. Technology

Technology also has affected how we communicate. No longer do business people dial a rotary phone, get a busy signal,

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BBA101 – Comunication Skills

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Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA Semester 1

BBA101–Comunication Skills-4 Credits

(Book ID: B1497)

Assignment (60 Marks)

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Q1. Depending on the channel used and the style of communication, there can be various types of communication. Explain the various types of communication based on channels and style?

Answer. Communication is the activity of conveying information through the exchange of thoughts, messages, or information, as by speech, visuals, signals, writing, or behavior. It is the meaningful exchange of information between two or more living creatures.

One definition of communication is “any act by which one person gives to or receives from person information about that person's needs, desires, perceptions, knowledge, or affective states. Communication may be intentional or unintentional, may involve conventional or unconventional signals, may take linguistic or non-linguistic forms, and may occur through spoken or other modes.”

Q2. As a listener, why do you think listening plays a vital role in the organization? Co-relate the importance of the listening process in workplace with probable measures to be taken to improve it.

Answer. Purpose of Listening:

1. The most important part of listening is to focus attention on the sender and be open to receiving the message that he or she has sent.

Ø  We have to insure that we have received the message accurately.  Reduce outside distractions, such as turning away from a busy hallway, turning the radio down or off.  Failure to discern the difference

Q3. Discuss different types of communication network practiced in an organization.

Answer. Communication network means the fundamental models of communication, which is changed from time to time. How our ancestors use methods for communication and what we are doing nowadays for communication. If we do a research then we can see the changes of the mediums for communications. It is based on so many things because communication differs from place to place, stage to stage etc. Like how effectively we are communicating with each other front to front that efficiency won't work if we

Q4. Explain the importance of Business Letters. Differentiate between Personal and Business Letters.

Answer. A business letter is usually used when writing from one company to another, or for correspondence between such organizations and their customers, clients and other external parties. The overall style of letter depends on the relationship between the parties concerned. Reasons to write a business letter include: to request direct information or action from another party, to order supplies from a supplier, to identify a mistake that was committed, to reply directly to a request, to apologize for a wrong, or to convey goodwill. A business letter is useful because it produces a permanent written record, is

Q5. Different purposes of reading require different methods of reading. Describe the various ways of reading. What are the techniques that you can use to improve your reading?

Answer. Types of Readings:

Four different kinds of reading:

1. Skimming - running the eyes over quickly, to get the gist

2. Scanning - looking for a particular piece of information

3. Extensive reading - longer texts for pleasure and needing global understanding

4. Intensive reading - shorter texts,

Q6. Why is employment communication a necessary weapon for employer? What should an applicant look for before he submits a resume to his prospective employer?

Answer. Importance of employment communication:

Participation

Employer-sponsored benefits are group plans, and group plans need participants to be sustainable. A message that explains to employees how 401(k) plans provide retirement income, how health savings accounts reserve cash for medical expenses and how work-life programs help with balancing family demands with work commitments can boost participation.

Value

As companies eliminate pension plans and shift more of the costs of health care to employees, benefits risk losing some of their value in the workplace. J.D. Power and Associates, a quality assessment

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QM0016 – Managing Quality in the Organizaton

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Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 4

QM0016–Managing Quality in the Organizaton-4 Credits

(Book ID: B1349)

Assignment (60 Marks)

Note: Answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme. Each Question carries 10 marks 6 X 10=60.

Q1. A leader cannot be effective unless he possesses certain qualities. Explain the roles, responsibilities and qualities of an effective leader. Differentiate between Transformational and Transactional Leadership.

Answer. A leader sets the example and if they are respected that example becomes the norm for the team. A leader who demands punctuality and regularly arrives late destroys their own leadership potential.

Ø  Lead by Example

This is one of the most important leadership skills. If you demonstrate a strong work ethic, your staff will follow. As an executive, you have a responsibility manage and guide the staff, to inspire

Q2. Explain the following:

a) Cognitive dissonance theory

b) PDCA Cycle

Answer. (a) Cognitive dissonance is the discomfort experienced when simultaneously holding two or more conflicting cognitions: ideas, beliefs, values or emotional reactions. In a state of dissonance, people may sometimes feel "disequilibrium": frustration, hunger, dread, guilt, anger, embarrassment, anxiety, etc. The phrase was coined by Leon Festinger in his 1956 book when Prophecy Fails, which chronicled the followers of a UFO cult as reality, clashed with their fervent belief in an impending apocalypse.

Q3. Strategic quality planning is an integral part of every quality management activity. Explain the strategic quality planning process.

Answer. In order to understand the concept of strategic management, first we need to understand the literal meaning of the word “strategy”. The definition is mentioned below:

1. The science and art of using all the forces of a nation to execute approved plans as effectively as possible during peace or war. The science and art of military command as applied to the overall planning and conduct of large-scale combat operations.

Q4. Describe the Quality functions and guidelines for quality systems.

Answer. Quality function deployment (QFD) is a “method to transform user demands into design quality, to deploy the functions forming quality, and to deploy methods for achieving the design quality into subsystems and component parts, and ultimately to specific elements of the manufacturing process.”, as described

Q5. Motivation is a process of making a person to constantly think towards a goal and encourage him to be focused in order to meet the target. Discuss the types of motivation and the techniques used to motivate the employees. Explain Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.

Answer. Types of Motivation:

Incentive

A form of motivation that involves rewards, both monetary and nonmonetary is often called incentive motivation. Many people are driven by the knowledge that they will be rewarded in some manner for achieving a certain target or goal. Bonuses and promotions are good examples

Q6. Describe the need for changing organizational culture for Total Quality. Explain the elements of Total Quality Culture.

Answer. A quality culture typology

An organization that is committed to TQM has a culture based on commitment to customer satisfaction through continuous improvement. Such a culture canary between organizations but nevertheless

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