Tribhuvan University
Bachelor of Computer Application
Semester 2 · TU Board 2026
Course Title: Principle of Management (BCA156)
Full Marks: 60Pass Marks: 24Time: 3 hours
Group B
Attempt any SIX question.(6 × 5 = 30)
- 12.5
Explain the different levels of management and discuss the major functions performed by managers at each level with suitable examples.
- 13.5
Explain the planning process. Discuss the major steps involved in developing and implementing an effective plan.
- 14.5
Explain strategic, tactical, and operational plans. Compare them on the basis of managerial level, scope, purpose, and time period.
- 15.5
Explain the nature and process of decision-making. Discuss the major steps involved in making an effective managerial decision with a suitable example.
- 16.5
Explain the principles and process of organizing. Discuss how division of work, departmentalization, and coordination contribute to organizational effectiveness.
- 17.5
Explain job rotation, job enlargement, and job enrichment. Discuss how these techniques can improve employee motivation and job satisfaction.
- 18.5
Explain autocratic, democratic, and laissez-faire leadership styles. Discuss the situations in which each leadership style may be appropriate.
Group A
Attempt any TEN questions. Marks](10 × 1 = 10)
- 1.1
Define management.
- 2.1
What is meant by management by objectives (MBO)?
- 3.1
Mention any two interpersonal skills required by a manager.
- 4.1
What is strategic planning?
- 5.1
What is environmental analysis in management?
- 6.1
What is programmed decision-making?
- 7.1
What is job analysis?
- 8.1
What is decentralization of authority?
- 9.1
What is an organic organizational structure?
- 10.1
What is participative leadership?
- 11.1
Mention any two challenges faced by managers in technology-based organizations.
Group B
Attempt any SIX questions. Marks](6 × 5 = 30)
- 12.5
Explain the different levels of management and discuss the major functions performed by managers at each level with suitable examples.
- 13.5
Explain the planning process. Discuss the major steps involved in developing and implementing an effective plan.
- 14.5
Explain strategic, tactical, and operational plans. Compare them on the basis of managerial level, scope, purpose, and time period.
- 15.5
Explain the nature and process of decision-making. Discuss the major steps involved in making an effective managerial decision with a suitable example.
- 16.5
Explain the principles and process of organizing. Discuss how division of work, departmentalization, and coordination contribute to organizational effectiveness.
- 17.5
Explain job rotation, job enlargement, and job enrichment. Discuss how these techniques can improve employee motivation and job satisfaction.
- 18.5
Explain autocratic, democratic, and laissez-faire leadership styles. Discuss the situations in which each leadership style may be appropriate.
Group C
Attempt any TWO questions. Marks](2 × 10 = 20)
- 19.10
Explain the concept of organizational goals. Discuss the major types of organizational goals and analyze how effective goal setting contributes to planning, employee performance, and organizational success.
- 20.10
Explain the concept of delegation of authority. Discuss its elements, process, principles, importance, and major barriers to effective delegation with suitable examples.
- 21.10
Explain the situational approach to leadership. Discuss Fiedler's Contingency Model and Path-Goal Theory, and analyze the major situational factors that influence the effectiveness of leadership.
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