MBA Sem-2
Course Code: LMB0201 | Course Title:Business Research Method (4 Credits) |
Course Objectives: –
Ø To understand the fundamental concepts and methods of business research. Ø To develop skills in defining research problems and designing research studies. Ø To gain knowledge in sampling techniques, data collection methods, and data analysis. Ø To learn to apply various statistical techniques in business research. Ø To foster ethical practices in conducting business research and reporting findings. |
Course Contents
Unit | Unit Description | Learning Outcome |
1 | Introduction to Business Research: Overview of business research methods, Importance of research in business decision-making, Types of business research: exploratory, descriptive, causal | Students will be able to understand the basics of business research and its significance in decision-making. (BL 1: Remembering, BL 2: Understanding) |
2 | Defining Research Problem: Overview of research problems, Selecting the problem and statement, Techniques in defining research problem | Students will be able to define and select appropriate research problems. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying) |
3 | Research Design: Meaning and need for research design, Different research designs, Formulating hypotheses, Basic principles of experimental designs, Experimental design vs. non-experimental design | Students will be able to design research studies and formulate hypotheses. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
4 | Sampling: Meaning and definition of Census and sample, Steps in sample design, Criteria for selecting a sampling procedure, Characteristics of a good sample design, Different types of sample designs, Probability and non-probability sampling | Students will understand sampling techniques and how to select samples. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying) |
5 | Measurement and Scaling Techniques: Measurement in research, Measurement scales, Sources of error in measurement, Tests of sound measurement, Technique of developing measurement tools, Meaning of scaling, Scale classification bases, Important scaling techniques, Scale construction techniques | Students will learn measurement and scaling techniques in research. (BL 1: Remembering, BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying) |
6 | Data Collection Methods: Primary data collection methods (surveys, interviews, observations), Secondary data collection methods (using existing data, literature review), Questionnaire design, Collecting data through schedules, Other methods of data collection | Students will gain knowledge of various data collection methods. (BL 1: Remembering, BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying) |
7 | Sampling Techniques: Need for sampling, Sampling theory, Concept of standard error, Estimating the population and proportion, Sample size and its determination | Students will understand sampling theory and determine sample sizes. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying) |
8 | Data Analysis Techniques (Part 1): Descriptive statistics (measures of central tendency and dispersion), Regression & correlation analysis, Hypothesis, Concept of testing hypotheses, Important parametric tests | Students will learn basic data analysis techniques and hypothesis testing. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
9 | Data Analysis Techniques (Part 2): Chi-square tests and t-tests, Analysis of variance (ANOVA), Analysis of covariance (ANOCOVA) | Students will learn advanced data analysis techniques. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
10 | Testing Hypotheses (Non-parametric tests): Important non-parametric tests, Characteristics of non-parametric tests, Relation between Spearman’s r and Kendall’s w | Students will understand non-parametric tests and their applications. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
11 | Multivariate Analysis Techniques: Growth of multivariate techniques, Characteristics and applications, Classification of multivariate techniques, Variables in multivariate analysis, Important multivariate techniques, Important methods of factor analysis, Rotation in factor analysis, R-type and Q-type factor analyses | Students will learn multivariate analysis techniques and factor analysis. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing, BL 5: Evaluating) |
12 | Case Study Research: Understanding case study methodology, Selecting cases and data collection, Analyzing and presenting case study findings | Students will understand and apply case study methodology. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing, BL 5: Evaluating) |
13 | Research Ethics: Importance of ethics in business research, Ethical considerations in data collection and analysis, Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval process | Students will learn the importance of ethics in research and the IRB process. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 4: Analyzing, BL 5: Evaluating) |
14 | Writing and Presenting Research: Structure and components of a research report, Writing literature reviews, methodologies, results, and discussions, Creating effective presentations of research findings | Students will learn to write and present research findings effectively. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing, BL 6: Creating) |
15 | Research Proposal Development: Components of a research proposal, Writing research objectives, hypotheses, and research questions, Developing a timeline and budget for research projects | Students will learn to develop comprehensive research proposals. (BL 4: Analyzing, BL 5: Evaluating, BL 6: Creating) |
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(Bloom’s Taxonomy: BT level 1: Remembering; BT level 2: Understanding; BT level 3: Applying; BT level 4: Analyzing; BT level 5: Evaluating; BT level 6: Creating)
Course Code: LMB0202 | Course Title: Financial Management (4 Credits) |
Course Objectives: –
Ø To understand basic finance functions- investing, financing, working capital decisions, dividend decisions Ø To know the role of the time value of money in capital budgeting and other financial decisions Ø To know the impact of leverage, dividend decisions, working capital and cost of capital on financial decisions and as a whole on a firm’s performance. Ø To Develop comprehensive Financial, strategic and tactical plans for an organizational decision making. |
Course Content
Unit | Unit Description | Learning Outcome |
1 | Introduction to Financial Management: Scope, Importance of Financial Management, Objectives and Functions of Financial Manager | Developing a foundational comprehension of the scope, significance, objectives, and functions of financial management for effective decision-making as a financial manager. (BL 1: Remembering, BL 2: Understanding) |
2 | Cost of Capital: Meaning, Types of Cost, Key Factors Affecting Financing Costs, Factors Determining the Cost of Capital, Significance of the Cost of Capital, Determining Cost of Capital | Gaining insight into the meaning, types, and determinants of costs, including financing costs and cost of capital, for informed financial decision-making. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying) |
3 | Operating and Financial Leverage: Meaning of Leverage, Operating Leverage, Financial Leverage, Combined Leverage, Impact of Financial Leverage | Understanding leverage types, including operating, financial, and combined, and their impact on financial performance and risk management. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
4 | Capital Budgeting: Meaning, Importance of Capital Budgeting, Project Classification, Factors Affecting Capital Budgeting | Understanding the concepts of capital budgeting, its significance, project classification, and the factors influencing effective capital budgeting decisions. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying) |
5 | Capital Budgeting Evaluation Techniques: Methods of Appraisal: Non-Discounted (Payback Period, Accounting Rate of Return) and Discounted (Net Present Value, Internal Rate of Return, Profitability Index) | Acquiring proficiency in various appraisal methods for evaluating investment projects effectively. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
6 | Capital Budgeting Under Risk and Uncertainties: Meaning, Types of Risk, Sources of Risk, Financial Break-even Analysis, Decision-Tree Analysis, Project Selection under Risk, Analysis of Non-Financial Aspects | Developing the ability to navigate capital budgeting decisions under risk and uncertainty through comprehension of risk types, sources, financial break-even analysis, and decision-tree analysis. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing, BL 5: Evaluating) |
7 | Working Capital Management: Concept, Need and Determinants, Importance of Working Capital Management, Gross Working Capital, Net Working Capital, Finance Mix for Working Capital, Estimating Working Capital Needs, Working Capital Cycle, Computation of Working Capital | Attaining proficiency in working capital management by understanding its concept, importance, determinants, and methodologies to optimize the working capital cycle effectively. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
8 | Cash Management and Marketable Securities: Meaning, Motives for Holding Cash, Cash Management Objectives and Decisions, Determining the Appropriate Working Cash Balance, Techniques of Cash Management and Marketable Securities | Mastering cash management principles including motives, objectives, techniques, and determining optimal working cash balance along with effective utilization of marketable securities. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
9 | Management of Receivables: Meaning, Credit Policy, Collection Policy, Factors Affecting Policies for Managing Accounts Receivables | Developing expertise in receivables management encompassing credit policy, collection policy, and understanding factors influencing effective accounts receivable management strategies. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
10 | Inventory Management: Meaning, Pattern of Procurement and Stockholding, Inventory Management Techniques: Economic Order Quantity and Optimum Order Quantity | Attaining proficiency in inventory management, including understanding procurement patterns, stockholding strategies, and implementation of inventory management techniques such as Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) and Optimum Order Quantity for efficient inventory control. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
11 | Capital Structure Theories: Meaning, Net Income Approach, Net Operating Income Approach, Modigliani-Miller Approach, Relevance of Capital Structure, Factors Influencing Capital Structure | Comprehending capital structure theories including the Net Income, Net Operating Income, and Modigliani-Miller approaches, and recognizing their relevance alongside the factors shaping capital structure decisions. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
12 | Dividend Decisions: Meaning, Theories of Dividends, Gordon’s Model, Walter’s Model, Factors Affecting Dividend Policies | Mastering dividend decision-making by understanding its meaning, various dividend theories including Gordon’s and Walter’s models, and identifying the factors influencing dividend policy determinations. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
13 | Working Capital Financing: Meaning, Sources of Working Capital, Factors Affecting Working Capital Requirements | Gaining proficiency in working capital financing by comprehending its meaning, exploring diverse sources, and understanding the factors influencing working capital requirements. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
14 | Regulation of Bank Finance: Current Regulators of the Financial System, Salient Features of Present Regulations, Problems with Multiple Regulators in India, Norms for Inventory and Receivables, Maximum Permissible Bank Finance, Information and Reporting System, Forms of Finance | Developing a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory frameworks governing banking finance and their implications on financial institutions and the broader economy. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 4: Analyzing, BL 5: Evaluating) |
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(Bloom’s Taxonomy: BT level 1: Remembering; BT level 2: Understanding; BT level 3: Applying; BT level 4: Analyzing; BT level 5: Evaluating; BT level 6: Creating)
Course Code: LMB0203 | Course Title:Human Resource Management (4 Credits) |
Course Objectives: –
Ø Understand the conceptual framework of Human Resource Planning. Ø Understand the process methods and techniques for HRP. Ø To identify individual performance deficiencies and developmental needs in planning and developing training and HRD programs Ø To develop an understanding of the significance and importance of implementation & evaluation in real-life and HRD Applications. Ø To Enable the students to integrate the understanding of various HR concepts and the latest trends along with the domain concept tomake correct business decisions |
Course Contents
Unit | Unit description | Learning Outcome |
1 | HR Planning: Human Resource Planning: Overview-Nature and Need, Human Resource Planning: HRP and Corporate Objective, | Students will be able to achieve BL 1 and 2. |
2 | Human Resource Planning: Process, Methods and Techniques, Human Resource Planning: Tools and Techniques | Students will be able to achieve BL 2. |
3 | Scope and Importance of Human Resource Planning: Scope of HR Planning, The Inputs in Human Resource Planning, HR Planning: Purpose and Goals, Planning for Recruitment: The basic Process of HR Planning, Strategies in the HR Plan: Process Analysis, Planning Process Tasks and Activities
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Students will be able to achieve Level 2 and 3. |
4 | Process Of Human Resource Planning: Introduction, Workforce planning process – within the annual planning and budget review process, Preparation Questions for the Meeting, Developing the Annual Workforce Plan, Changes to the Staffing Profile outside the Planning Process, HR Planning: Tom Casey Model, CEO Compensation | Students will be able to achieve BL 2, 3 and 4. |
5 | Process Of Human Resource Planning: , Present Scenario of HR Planning Process, Building Human Resources Strategic Planning, Process and Measurement Capability: Using Six Sigma as a Foundation, Gartner EXP Says a Strategic Workforce Planning Process is Key to Improving an IT Organization’s Effectiveness | Students will be able to achieve BL 2,3. |
6 | Factors affecting Human Resource planning, Significance of Human Resource Planning, Requisites for successful Human Resource Planning | Students will be able to achieve BL 1, 2, 3 and 4. |
7 | Human Resource Planning: Relationship Between HRM, HRP and HRD, Why and How Organizations Use HRP | Students will be able to achieve BL 1,2 and 3. |
8 | Human Resource Development –Evolution of HRD – Relationship with HRM – Human Resource Development Functions – Roles and Competencies of HRD Professionals – Challenges to Organization and HRD professionals – Employee Behaviour – External and Internal Influence | Students will be able to achieve BL 3. |
9 | HRD Need Assessment & Designing of HRD Program : Frame work of Human Resource Development – HRD Processes – Assessing HRD Needs – HRD Model – Designing Effective HRD Program – HRD Interventions- Creating HRD Programs – Implementing HRD programs – Training Methods .
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Students will be able to achieve BL 3 and 4. |
10 | Recruitment and selection: orientation and placement performance appraisal – training and development – promotion and motivation – career development. Performance appraisals and performance development: objectives of performance appraisal – The past and the future; Basic consideration in performance appraisal; Development oriented appraisal system. Interpersonal feedback and performance counselling | Students will be able to achieve BL 4. |
11 | Implementing HRD Programs: Introduction, Training Delivery Methods 168 On-The-Job Training (OJT) Methods , Classroom Training Approaches, The Lecture Approach, The Discussion Method, Audiovisual Media, Computer-Based Training (Classroom-Based), Self-Paced/Computer-Based Training Media and Methods. | Students will be able to achieve BL 4 and 5. |
12 | Evaluating HRD Programs: Purpose of HRD Evaluation; Models and Frameworks of Evaluation; Accessing Impact of HRD Programs; Different approaches for evaluation like Stakeholder/Business approaches like; ROI, HREI, Human Capital measurement and HR Profit Centre, Utility analysis etc.; The training Evaluation Process Data Collection for HRD Evaluation; Ethical issues concerning Evaluation | Students will be able to achieve BL 3 and 4. |
13 | Employee Counselling and Wellness Services: –Management Development – Employee counselling and wellness services – Counselling as an HRD Activity – Counselling Programs – Issues in Employee Counselling – Employee Wellness and Health Promotion Programs – Organizational Strategies Based on Human Resources. | Students will be able to achieve BL 3 and 4. |
14 | HRD challenges in 21st century – HR outsourcing – human resource audit – human response development – human resource accounting – future of HRD Organization. | Students will be able to achieve BL 5. |
Text book References: – · Aswathappa, K. Human Resource Management. Tata McGraw-Hill · David A. DeCenzo and Stephen P. Robbins. Fundamentals of HumanResource management · Werner & Desimone: Human Resource Development; Cengage Learning – 2006. · Udai Pareek & T V Rao, Designing and Managing Human Resource Systems, ISBN: 9788120416109, CBS publishers,2015 · David Mankin: Human Resource Development; Oxford, 2009.
OtherReferences: · Jon M. Werner and Randy L. Desimone : Human Resource Development , ISBN-13: 978-0-538-48099-4, ISBN-10: 0-538-48099-8 · William E. Blank, HANDBOOK FOR DEVELOPING COMPETENCY BASTRAININGPROGRAMMES, Prentice-Hall, New Jersey, 1982. · Uday Kumar Haldar, HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT, Oxford University Press, 2009. · https://ebooks.inflibnet.ac.in/mgmtp01/chapter/human-resource-planning/ · http://www.eiilmuniversity.co.in/downloads/Human-Resource-Planning-Development.pdf · Peter Reilly : Human Resource Planning: An Introduction, Printed in Great Britain by Microgen UK Ltd, ISBN 1-85184-238-1 NOTE: All learning outcomes are based on six levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy. |
(Bloom’s Taxonomy: BT level 1: Remembering; BT level 2: Understanding; BT level 3: Applying; BT level 4: Analyzing; BT level 5: Evaluating; BT level 6: Creating)
Course Code: LMB0204 | Course Title: Operations Management (3 credits) |
Course Objectives:
Ø To understand and explain the concept of operations in different environments. Ø To interpret the operation issues such as facility location and layout, project management, capacity planning, process planning etc. Ø To evaluate the importance of quality assurance and quality control in business environment. Ø To Develop comprehensive Operational Excellence plans for an organization. |
Course Contents
Unit | Unit Description | Learning Outcome |
1 | Operations Management: Introduction, Production Management vs. Operations Management, Characteristics of Modern Operations Function, Recent Trends in Production/Operations Management | Students will be able to distinguish between production and operations management, comprehend the modern operational functions, and evaluate recent trends shaping production and operations management practices. (BL 1: Remembering, BL 2: Understanding, BL 4: Analyzing) |
2 | Operations Planning: Demand Forecasting, Capacity Planning, Capacity Requirement, Facility Location, Facility Layout | Students will demonstrate proficiency in operations planning, encompassing demand forecasting, capacity planning, capacity requirements analysis, facility location selection, and facility layout optimization. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying) |
3 | Operations Planning: Resource Aggregate Planning, Material Requirements Planning, Manufacturing Resource Planning, Enterprise Resource Planning | Students will exhibit competence in operations planning, encompassing resource aggregate planning, material requirements planning, manufacturing resource planning, and enterprise resource planning. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
4 | Designing of Operational System and Control: Production Design, Process Design & Selection, Process Planning, Product Life Cycle, Process Selection | Students will demonstrate proficiency in designing operational systems and control, including production design, process design and selection, process planning, understanding product life cycles, and making informed process selections. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
5 | Production Planning and Control: Introduction to Production Planning and Control, Time Study, Work Study, Method Study & Job Evaluation | Students will be proficient in production planning and control, including understanding its introduction, conducting time studies, work studies, method studies, and job evaluations. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
6 | Job Allocation: Assignment Technique | Students will be able to understand the assignment technique in operations management, enabling organizations to effectively allocate tasks, maximize resource utilization, and enhance productivity. (BL 2: Understanding, BL 3: Applying) |
7 | Scheduling | Students will demonstrate proficiency in scheduling techniques and strategies to optimize resource allocation, task sequencing, and time management in operations management contexts. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
8 | Queuing Theory | Students will exhibit proficiency in utilizing queuing theory to analyze and optimize waiting lines, enhancing operational efficiency in diverse contexts within operations management. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing, BL 5: Evaluating) |
9 | Simulation: Introduction, Simulation Techniques | Students will demonstrate proficiency in applying simulation techniques to model and analyze complex operational processes, facilitating informed decision-making and performance optimization in operations management. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
10 | Transportation Problem | Students will exhibit proficiency in utilizing transportation problem models to optimize distribution and logistics, enhancing efficiency and cost-effectiveness in operations management. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing, BL 5: Evaluating) |
11 | Productivity Management and Quality Management: Measurement Techniques of Productivity Index, TQM Basic Tools and Certification, ISO Standard Basics | Students will demonstrate proficiency in implementing measurement techniques for productivity indices and utilizing basic Total Quality Management (TQM) tools, leading to potential certification in quality management practices within operations management. (BL 3: Applying, BL 4: Analyzing) |
12 | Economics of Maintenance and Spares Management: Breakdown Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Routine Maintenance, Replacement of Machines, Spare Parts Management | Students will exhibit competency in analyzing the economics of maintenance strategies including breakdown, preventive, and routine maintenance, as well as effectively managing machine replacements and spare parts inventory within operations management contexts. (BL 4: Analyzing, BL 5: Evaluating, BL 6: Creating) |
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(Bloom’s Taxonomy: BT level 1: Remembering; BT level 2: Understanding; BT level 3: Applying; BT level 4: Analyzing; BT level 5: Evaluating; BT level 6: Creating)