MSBTE Engineering Diploma Programmes Management Course

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Why was the learning manual designed for the engineering diploma students?

To ensure the achievement of predetermined outcomes (correct)

To focus on technical competencies only

To prepare students for academic committee discussions

To simplify industry jargon

What was the main reason for introducing the common course of Management in all Programmes?

To enhance employability and career growth of students (correct)

To establish uniformity in curriculum implementation

To focus on concepts of human capital in industries

To involve more academic experts in the curriculum design

What is the primary aim of involving academic and industry experts in the curriculum development process?

To ensure uniformity in curriculum understanding

To eliminate learning material preparation

To gather inputs for curriculum improvement (correct)

To undermine the importance of managerial skills

Why is it important for technologists to have managerial skills?

To enhance employability and career growth (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of preparing learning material with uniformity in implementation, understanding, and evaluation?

To help students, teachers, and instructors achieve predetermined outcomes (D) Signup and view all the answers

In which committee were the views of industry and academic experts discussed?

Academic committee of MSBTE (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of management according to the text?

Getting work done through people (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a managerial skill in the text?

Competing (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does management involve according to the text?

Designing and maintaining a beneficial environment for group work (A) Signup and view all the answers

At what level do supervisory functions like Planning and Organizing occur?

Supervisory level (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Directing and Controlling according to the text?

To achieve selected aims effectively (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who is specifically mentioned as an Industry Expert in the text?

Mr. Anant Zanpure (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of management according to the text?

Planning (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does planning help in minimizing risk and uncertainty?

By using rational and fact-based procedures (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does planning focus on in relation to organizational objectives?

Applying resources effectively for achieving objectives (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does planning facilitate control in an organization?

By comparing actual performance with standards set in plans (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which function ensures that the activity conforms to plans?

Controlling (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is planning considered essential for organizations?

To set objectives and guide all functions towards achieving them (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of staff officials in the line and staff organization?

To provide expert advice to line executives (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which advantage is NOT associated with the line and staff organization?

Increase in product cost due to high salaries (B) Signup and view all the answers

What may happen if the allocation of duties between line and staff is unclear?

Confusions might arise (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who has the final decision-making authority on the recommendations provided by staff in a line and staff organization?

Line executives (B) Signup and view all the answers

In a line and staff organization, what is the role of staff specialists in aiding the line managers?

To provide specialized expert advice (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic makes the line and staff organization more flexible compared to a functional organization?

Specialized and expert advice from staff executives (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of derivative/supportive plans?

Formulated to support the main plan (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is controlling considered a part of any plan?

To check progress and take remedial action (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does organizing as a process involve?

Grouping of activities, creating authority relationships (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does an organization structure show?

Authority and responsibility relationships (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why should a good organization structure be dynamic?

To adapt to changes in the business environment (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of departmentalization within an organization?

Establish clear groupings of activities (B) Signup and view all the answers