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June, 2013

MCO-01 : Organisation Theory and Behaviour

1. (a) Discuss the importance of Organisation. 

(b) Critically examine the systems theory of Organisation.

2. (a) Explain the classical conditioning theory of learning.

(b) How can you apply social learning theory for change of behaviour ?

3. What is stress ? Discuss consequences of stress in an Organisation with suitable examples.

4. What do you mean by conflict ? Explain the levels of conflict in an organisation with suitable examples.

5. (a) Discuss the objectives of organisational development.

(b) Describe various steps involved in organisational development process.

6. Distinguish between financial motivators and non - financial motivators. Discuss the managerial approaches to motivate employees with suitable examples.

7. (a) Discuss various approaches of team building in an organisation.

(b) Explain the effective and ineffective styles of leadership.

8. Write notes on any two of the following :

(a) Process of formation of attitude

(b) Determinants of personality

(c) Informal communication

(d) Functions of organisational culture 

December, 2012

IBO-06 : International Business Finance

1.  What are the salient features of the present day International Monetary System ? Critically examine their suitability from the view point of developing countries.

2.  Discuss the concept of disequilibrium in balance of payments. What are the measures usually adopted to restore the equilibrium ? Explain.

3.  Write a note on organization and structure of Foreign Exchange Markets in India, bringing out the changes since 1991.

4.  What is Transaction Exposure ? Name the different methods of hedging transaction exposure and explain in detail any one  of them.

5.  Explain the concept of Transfer Pricing. Why do the TNCs resort to such a practice and why are the governments against it ? Discuss in detail.

6.  Explain the CAPM model in relation to cost of  capital.

7.  What is involved in assessment and management  of political risks ? Discuss adopting a step by step approach.

8.  Differentiate between :

(a)  (i)  balance of trade and balance of  payments.

(ii) Spot and forward rates.

(b)  Purchasing Power Parity theory and Interest Rate Parity theory.

9.  Write short notes on any Two of the following :

(a)  Special Drawing Rights

(b)  Currency Options

(c)  International Development Association

(d)  Counter trade 

June, 2013

IBO-06 : International Business Finance

1. "Devaluation is the most effective remedy for correcting an adverse balance of payments position" Critically examine this statement .

2. Discuss the rationale of Regional financial institutions. Have they succeeded in achieving their objects ? Explain the working of any one of them.

3. What are the 'Foreign Exchange Markets', their participants and the roles they perform ?

4. How does tax policy impact foreign investments ? Do accounting practices of countries have any influence on it ? Discuss.

5. Under each of the following scenario, whether the value of rupee in relation to apanese Yen will appreciate, depreciate or remain the same ? Assume exchange rates are free to vary and other factors remain constant.

(a) Growth rate of national income is higher in India than in Japan.

(b) Inflation in India is higher than in Japan

(c) Prices in India and Japan are raising at the  same rate.

(d) Real interest rates in India are higher than in Japan.

(e) India imposes new restriction on Indian companies acquiring foreign companies and investing is real estate abroad.

6. Define yield curve. How is it constructed ? How does interest rate risk influence the yield curve ?

7. Appraisal of international projects is more complex than the domestic projects. Do you agree with the statement. If so ? If not, why not ? Give reasons supports by illustrations.

8. Distinguish between :

(a) Translation and Transaction currency risks

(b) Forward contract and Forward Rate Agreements

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      Future of options.

9. Write short notes on any two of the following :

(a) Transfer Pricing

(b) Economic Exposure

(c) Forfeiting

(d) Pre-shipment Credit. 

December, 2012

IB0-05 : International Marketing Logistics

1.  Define Marketing Logistics and state its objectives. Also identify the recent developments in international logistics.

2.  (a) Why is inland water transport rarely used for movement of export-import cargo in India ? How can the situation be improved ?

(b) Explain the perpetual review system and periodic review system of replenishment of inventories.

3.  What are the problems faced by air transport industry in India ? State the impact of operation of private airways.

4. (a) Describe the importance of ocean transport in foreign trade of a country.

(b) State the problems faced by shipping industry in India.

5. (a) What is a bill of lading ? Discuss its main functions.            

(b) Describe the liabilities of MTO under Multi-Modal Transportation of Goods Act, 1993.

6.  Discuss the various environmental aspects which an organisation engaged in foreign trade has to reckon with and clarify their impact on the logistics system.

7.  What is Maritime Fraud ? State its dimensions and the factors that lead to commitment of Maritime Frauds.

8.  Write explanatory notes on  any two  of the following :           

(a)  Counterfeiting Intelligence Bureau.

(b)  Role of AISC

(c)  Conference System

(d)  Multi-modal Transportation. 

June, 2013

IBO-05 : International Marketing Logistics

1. (a) What are the main activities involved in marketing logistics ? Explain them briefly.

(b) "Various developments in international logistics impacting both demand and supply sides have spurred the emergence of logistics as an important plank of corporate strategy". Discuss.

2. Describe briefly the working of Air India particularly in relation to providing marketing support for India's export-import trade. How has the open sky policy of the Government affected it ?

3. "The peculiarities of demand, distribution, competition and government regulations that differ from one country to another force the logistician into operating the logistics system in a manner different from domestic operations for the same product". In the light of this statement discuss the various aspects of international trade and their impact on the logistics system.

4. (a) What do you mean by liner shipping ? How does it differ from tramp shipping ?

(b) Outline the factors that a shipper has to keep in view while selecting a liner vessel.

5. (a) Describe the major concerns of shippers and shipowners in case of liner shipping.

(b) State the duties and liabilities of a carrier under the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, 1925.

6. Discuss the policy initiatives taken up by the Government of India for the development of ports in India.

7. (a) What do you mean by Maritime Fraud ? State the factors that lead to commitment of maritime frauds.

(b) Describe the 'perpetual review system' and 'periodical review system' used for replenishment of inventories.

8. Write explanatory notes on any two of the following :

(a) Principles governing liner freight rates.

(b) Concept of Land Bridging and its promotion in India.

(c) UN Liner Code.

(d) Objectives and functions of warehousing corporations in India

December, 2012

IB0-04 : Procedures And Documentation

PART-A

Comment on any four  of the following statements. 

1.  (a) Documentary credit reconciles the conflicting interest of buyers and sellers in a contract.

(b)  the objective of export assistance is to neuteralise the incidence of internal taxes and import content of the export product.

(c)  Self certification system has brought about a qualitative change in the system of

preshipment inspection in India.

(d)  A diversified export business may help in reducing risks in business.

(e)  Indian Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO) helps exporters in their marketing efforts.

(f)  Foreign Exchange Management Act seeks to regulate not only payments in foreign currencies but also realisation of export proceeds.

PART-B

Answer  any four quesions.

2.  What are the broad objectives of Exports' (Quality Control & Inspection) Act 1963 ?           

Briefly explain the various systems of quality control and pre-shipment inspection in India ?

3.  (a) Define Bill of Lading and explain its role in export import trade.

(b) What are the different types of bill of lading ? Explain briefly each of them.

4.  What is Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) ? Explain its significance and role in expanding international trade. What kind of strategic advantages an export house may get through EDIP Explain giving suitable illustration.           

5. Why is cargo insurance needed? Identify various kinds of perils against which insurance cover can be obtained. Explain with suitable examples.               

6.  Enumerate the various methods of financing imports. Describe the regulating firm work. Also explain the procedure unde Letter of Credit.

7.  Write short notes on any two of the following :

(a)  Export Import Bank of India

(b)  Certificate of Origin

(c)  Port procedures

(d)  Simplified Export Documents 

June, 2013

IB0-04 : Export - Import Procedures and Documentation

1. What is the legal framework in terms of major acts governing foreign trade of India ? Discuss macro general provisions related to exports under the foreign trade policy.

2. What do you mean by Electronic Data Interchange ? How can you develop an EDI plan for your organisation ? Discuss in detail.

3. Explain the provisions related to regulation and management of foreign exchange under the exchange control regulations.

4. (a) Describe the basic principles of ECGC operation.

(b) Explain the procedure and documentation requirements for making a claim from ECGC.

5. Do you think that the insurance contract is in the nature of indemnity ? Discuss and explain various kinds of perils under cargo insurance with suitable examples.

6. Describe the procedure for customs clearance of exports cargo by sea along with the documentation formalities.

7. Explain various promotional measures for expansion of production base for exports.

8. Write short notes on any two of the following :

(a) Role of Export Import Bank of India

(b) Procedure for shipment of Export Cargo by Post Parcel

(c) ISO 9000

(d) Fiscal Incentives for export promotion 

December, 2012

IB0-03 : India's Foreign Trade

1.  (a) Highlight major problems of India's Export Sector.

(b) On what grounds is the strategy of export- led growth held justified for India ? Give reason in support of your answer.

2(a)  Distinguish between balance of trade and balance of payment.

(b)  Discuss the role of Invisibles in the Balance of Payments of India.

3.  Explain the major provisions of recent Export Policy of India. How will they help to boost exports from India in coming years ?

4.  What are the eligibility criteria, for various categories for recognition of Export Houses ? Describe the benefits and facilities provided to such Export Houses.

5.  (a) What are India's competitive advantages and disadvantages in export of leather and leather products ?

(b) Explain policies and strategies followed to boost export of leather and leather products.

6.  (a) Explain trends in export of major products from India to EU markets.

(b) Explain how EU is the most important market for India.

7.  (a) Describe the composition of India's exports  to West Asian countries.

(b) Describe in brief the economic structure of United Arab Emirates and its trade with India.

8.  Write short notes on any two of the following :

(a)  Prospects of Capital Account Convertibility in India.

(b)  Issues in International Trade in Services as a part of GATS.

(c)  Benefits and Facilities to Units in SEZ in India.

(d)  Regionalism V/s Multilateralism issue in World Trade. 

June, 2013

IB0-03 : India's Foreign Trade

1. Explain the concept of 'balance of payments' and the causes for its being adverse in India. Also state the two policy measures recently adopted for its improvement in India.

2. What are the two principal objectives of EXIM policy 2004-09 ? Explain its major provisions relating to exports.

3. "Garments have emerged as the star performers in the textile exports scenario". Elucidate, and state the factors responsible for the export growth of this sector.

4. Identify the various sectors and markets for India's chemical exports, and state India's competitive advantages and disadvantages in respect thereof.

5. Discuss the main issues involved in the international trade of services, and state the suggestions made by trade and industry to the Government for boosting services export.

6. Discuss the recent economic developmental trends and foreign trade of Japan.

7. (a) Explain briefly the role of World Trade Organisation (WTO) in the world trade.

 (b) "Marine products are an important item of India's agro-exports". Comment, and state

the problems faced in marine products export.

8. Write explanatory notes on any two of the following :

(a) Guidelines for effective export promotion strategies

(b) India's competitive advantages and disadvantages in leather products exports

(c) Indo-US Trade Prospects

(d) Trade Prospects between India and West Asia

December, 2012

IB0-02 : International Marketing Management

PART-A

1.  Write short notes on  any two of the following :

(a)  Essentials of effective segmentation of international markets.

(b)  International Product life cycle.

(c)  Transfer pricing.

(d)  Piggy backings in international distribution.

2.  Distinguish between any two of the following :

(a)  International marketing mix and promotion mix.

(b)  Ethnocentric and geocentric orientations of international marketing.

(c)  Direct exporting and Indirect exporting modes of international market entry.

(d)  Product and service.

PART-B

Attempt any four of the following questions :

3.  Do you think that Indian companies have  adequately responded to changes in domestic and external environments, and have carried out the necessasry modifications in their international marketing strategies ? Explain in detail with suitable examples.

4.  An Indian company decided to enter international  markets by associating another company established in the foreign market. What are the various modes of market entry available to the Indian company ?

5.  What are the risks involved in the new product development ? Briefly explain the process of the new product developement.

6.  Compare different approaches to budgeting for  international advertising.

7.  (a) "Advances in information technology has facilitated international marketing". Comment.

(b) Briefly explain the sequence of control process used to control international marketing operations.

8.  "International marketing research is full of  complexities". Comment.

9.  (a) State the steps involved in the international marketing management process.          

(b) "Publicity always generates positive impact on the sales of a product". Critically evaluate the statement. 

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