June, 2010 MS-1 : MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS AND BEHAVIOUR

SECTION - A

1.'An organisation structure designed to suit its requirements through efficient groupings only, may not achieve the desired goals. Functional integration of these efficient groupings directed towards organisational objectives, therefore, assumes greater significance.'.Elaborate this statement and discuss the underlying issues with suitable examples.

2.Explain the term 'Bounded Rationality'. What are the factors leading to bounded rationality and satisficing decisions ? Discuss.

3.Discuss how the importance of characteristics of managerial ethos helps in maintaining

culture in an organisational set-up ?

4.What are the methods of control ? Discuss the policies and design choices available in control. Explain with suitable example.

5. Write short notes on any three of the following :

i) Modes of conflict management

ii) Process of organisational change

iii) Types of groups

iv) Communication Process

(v) Inter personal relations