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IB0-05 December, 2012 International Marketing Logistics
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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
(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
4. (a) Describe the importance of ocean transport in foreign trade of a country.
(b) State the problems faced by shipping industry in
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.
IBO-05 June, 2013 International Marketing Logistics
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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
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
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
(c) UN Liner Code.
(d) Objectives and functions of warehousing corporations in
IB0-04 December, 2012 Procedures And Documentation
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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
(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
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
(b) Certificate of Origin
(c) Port procedures
(d) Simplified Export Documents
IB0-04 June, 2013 Export - Import Procedures and Documentation
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IB0-04 : Export - Import Procedures and Documentation
1. What is the legal framework in terms of major acts governing foreign trade of
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
(b) Procedure for shipment of Export Cargo by Post Parcel
(c) ISO 9000
(d) Fiscal Incentives for export promotion
IB0-03 December, 2012 India's Foreign Trade
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IB0-03 :
1. (a) Highlight major problems of
(b) On what grounds is the strategy of export- led growth held justified for
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
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
(b) Explain policies and strategies followed to boost export of leather and leather products.
6. (a) Explain trends in export of major products from
(b) Explain how EU is the most important market for
7. (a) Describe the composition of
(b) Describe in brief the economic structure of
8. Write short notes on any two of the following :
(a) Prospects of Capital Account Convertibility in
(b) Issues in International Trade in Services as a part of GATS.
(c) Benefits and Facilities to Units in SEZ in
(d) Regionalism V/s Multilateralism issue in World Trade.
IB0-03 June, 2013 India's Foreign Trade
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IB0-03 :
1. Explain the concept of 'balance of payments' and the causes for its being adverse in
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
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
7. (a) Explain briefly the role of World Trade Organisation (WTO) in the world trade.
(b) "Marine products are an important item of
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)
(c) Indo-US Trade Prospects
(d) Trade Prospects between
IB0-02 December, 2012 International Marketing Management
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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.
IBO-02 June, 2013 International Marketing Management
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IBO-02 : International Marketing Management
PART-A
1. Write short notes on any two of the following :
(a) International Marketing Orientation - EPRG approach.
(b) International Product life cycle.
(c) Importance of research in International Marketing.
(d) International Marketing Control.
2. Distinguish between any two of the following :
(a) Joint venture and Strategic alliance.
(b) Licensing and Franchising
(c) Compensation trade (buy-back) and switch trade.
(d) Manufacturers' brand and distributors' brand
PART-B
Attempt any four of the following questions :
3. (a) Explain the different methods of pricing used in international marketing.
(b) What are the factors that should be taken into consideration while pricing for overseas
markets ?
4. "The global environment must be analysed before a company intends to expand its markets overseas." In the light of this statement explain how various political, social and cultural conditions influence the foreign market selection.
5. (a) What are the points that you would keep in mind while selecting an agent in a foreign country ?
(b) Explain the concept of indirect exporting and its advantages.
6. What do you understand by overseas market research ? Describe the various steps involved in an overseas market research process.
7. "International trade in services is growing much faster than in products". In the light of the above statement, answer the following questions :
(a) Explain the importance of services in world trade.
(b) Identify the services in which
(c) State the barriers to international marketing of services.
8. "International Marketing Planning is more difficult than domestic marketing planning." Comment on the statement and explain the five decision areas for international marketing planning.
9. (a) Explain briefly the emerging trends and issues in international marketing.
(b) Narrate the role of MNCs in the changed international trading scenario.
IB0-01 December, 2012 International Business Environment
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IB0-01 : International Business Environment
PART – A
1. Comment on any four of the following :
(a) Political risk does not influence international business.
(b) Exchange rates do not influence current account of balance of payments.
(c) International capital flows do not strengthen the process of globalization.
(d) New technologies do not lead to economies in the use of raw materials.
(e) Arbitration is not preferred by international business persons.
(f) Services do not occupy important place in Indian economy.
PART-B
Answer any four of the following :
2. (a) How do domestic, foreign and global environment influence international business ?
(b) Explain the modern theory of international trade.
3. What do you mean by globalization ? Discuss the major forces of globalization.
4. Describe the major problems faced by developing countries in promoting their exports. Suggest measures to solve these problems.
5. Enumerate various multilateral trade agreements and discuss any two of them.
6. (a) Discuss the role of trade in services in the economic development of a country.
(b) Explain the recent trends in world trade in services.
7. Write short notes on any two of the following :
(a) Political environment
(b)
(c) Role of International Chamber of Commerce in Arbitration and conciliation
(d) Globle Trade Point Network
IB0-01 June, 2013 International Business Environment
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IB0-01 : International Business Environment
PART-B
1. Comment on any four of the following statements :
(a) Basic functions, processes and techniques of international business are essentially the same as those involved in domestic business.
(b) The purpose of a trade theory is to explain the pattern of trade between two countries.
(c) The continuous deficits of balance of payments (BOP) is an important indicator in credit rating of countries.
(d) Trade policy is an important instrument to regulate the foreign trade.
(e) Globalisation refers to the absence of borders and barriers to trade between countries.
(f) Intellectual Property Rights have become an important issue in current international business scenario.
PART-B
Attempt any four questions from this part :
2. How does following environment affect business decision of a firm ?
(a) cultural,
(b) economic and
(c) political.
3. Critically examine the Modern Theory of International Trade.
4. What is balance of payments ? How does disequilibrium occur in balance of payments ? Describe the methods of correcting the disequilibrium.
5. What are Transnational Corporations (TNCs) ? Why do firms become transnational ? Describe main features of TNC.
6. What are the major problems faced by developing countries in promoting their exports ? What are your suggestions to solve these problems ?
7. Explain the structure and functions of WTO. Point out major Pluriliteral trade agreements.
8. Attempt short notes on any two of the following :
(a) UNCTAD
(b) Special Drawing Rights (SDRs)
(c) Role of ICC in arbitration and conciliation
(d) The World Wide Web (WWW)
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Ms-495 June, 2013 Ethics And Corporate Governance In Banks
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Ms-495: Ethics And Corporate Governance In Banks
SECTION-A
1. Describe the meaning of ethics and values and discuss them in detail giving suitable examples, in context of banks.
2. Analyse the corporate governance regulations applicable to companies in
3. How to integrate CSR into every aspect of the company's operations ? Discuss in detail.
4. (a) Explain the process of institutionalising ethics in financial sector.
(b) Highlight the guidelines issued by Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) for implementing effective ethics programme in financial sector.
5. Write short Notes on any four of the following :
(a) Ethical Dilemmas
(b) Forms of Business Organisation
(c) Triple Bottom Line Approach of CSR
(d) Corporate Citizenship
(e) Business Ethics and Strategy
SECTION-B
Read the following case and answer the questions given at the end.
Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL)
Reliance Industries Ltd is
The Reliance group was founded by Dhirubhai H. Ambani. He set up the Reliance
Textile Industries in 1967. Mukesh Ambani and Anil Ambani are two sons of. Dhirubhai Ambani. The group's activities span exploration and production of oil and gas, refining and marketing, petrochemicals, textiles, financial services, insurance, power, telecom, and infocom services. The group exports its products to more than 100 countries the world over. Reliance emerged as
country in implementing the best international practices of corporate governance. In recognition of this pioneering effort. the Institute of Company Secretaries of India bestowed on the company the National Award for excellence in corporate governance for 2003. In July 2002, Dhirubhai Ambani passed away. In September 2004, the board decided to give all financial decision-making power to Mukesh. Anil allegedly protested.
On
governance practices of Reliance Industries. The battle between Mukesh and Anil Ambani over serious corporate governance issues affecting Reliance Industries Ltd Shifted from the media to the RIL boardroom. The Anil Ambani camp said a 500- page note detailing huge corporate failures by Reliance Industries has been sent to the RIL board three days before its meeting on
allegation about a "gigantic fraud" by Reliance in February 2002 and SEBI did not even bother to initiate an investigation into those charges. Instead, SEBI went on to exonerate Reliance of all charges of manipulation and insider trading in its controversial sale of its 10 percent stake in Larsen and Toubro of which nearly 6 per cent was acquired through open market purchase just two weeks before the block deal with Grasim. A third issue raised by Anil Ambani was that "two unknown individuals" were reported to be in control of the 20 percent promoter stake in Reliance valued at Rs. 20,000 crore. He further said that buyback would increase the RIL promoter holding by a further 2 percent using Rs 3,000 crore of shareholders' funds and that there was a major public controversy over the classification of a 12 per cent stake in RIL valued at Rs 10,000 crore, which actually belonged to RIL's 30 lakh investors and not the promoters. Ambani's final point was that the "major issues of ownership, management, corporate governance transparency, and disclosures in RIL have publicly surfaced in relation to transactions between Reliance and Reliance infocom", which were not disclosed in the advertisement. All these charges indeed merit investigation. Newer revelations about a series of friends and corporate entities who seem to have Reliance Infocom shares at Rs 1 each also raised serious questions about why the publicly listed company ended up paying a high price for its Rs 12,000 crore investment and whether RIL shareholders have been badly shortchanged in the process. But Reliance had never been a stranger to serious controversy, and until end July 2004 (when many of his powers were curtailed through a board resolution), Anil Ambani was part of the top management , privy to all confidential information and in fact, the group's public face. He presented its financial results to the media and analysts and even collected a clutch of good governance awards on its behalf. That is why his sudden activism. On behalf of shareholders does not ring true, although it is in public interest. Anil Ambani was clearly at liberty to wage a war against his brother over his share of the Reliance family holding and to fight for management control if he believed that he had been unfairly ousted. But the governance issue raised by his damaging revelations and many allegations are clearly at conflict with his role as vice-chairman and managing director of Reliance. If these charges are true, regulatory action can only damage Reliance's valuation and destroy shareholders' wealth instead of protecting their interests. If Reliance had been a professionally managed company instead of a family-controlled group, would Anil Ambani have been allowed to remain a director when he was fighting a war against several people in top management ? Also, if a company is a distinct and separate legal entity in the eyes of the law, can a board director, or in this case the vice-chairman and managing director, retain his official status while working against its interest ? And can he continue to get hefty salary from the company ? There are some of the governance issues that are also raised by Anil Ambani's action and allegations and they need to be openly debated by peer groups industry bodies and corporate governance experts. But what can one really expect when injuries of these very peer groups have showered the group with awards for corporate excellence (
Case Question
1. What do you think this issue has happened in RIL because of lack of corporate governance.
2. What are SEBI guidelines in context of corporate Goverance to be followed by RIL ?
Ms-495 December, 2012 Ethics And Corporate Governance In Banks
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Ms-495: Ethics And Corporate Governance In Banks
SECTION-A
1. (a) How does a company reinforce values among its employees ? How can it ensure that all decisions reflect the same values ?
(b) What is an ethical dilemma ? Discuss ethical dilemmas related to business and explain how to resolve them.
2. (a) Explain the importance of disclosure and transparency for sound corporate governance practices in Banks.
(b) Explain BASEC II Guidelines for Banks as a part of Market Discipline.
3. What are the different models of corporate citizenship ? Explain how banks act beyond Corporate Social Responsibility.
4. (a) Describe, giving examples, how banks and society are interdependent.
(b) What should be the strategic approach of an organisation in integrating social aspects into its business strategy using 12 Principles of innovation for Bottom of the Pyramid ?
5. Write short notes on any four of the following methods :
(a) Universalism Vs Utilitarianism
(b) The Responsibilities of the Board
(c) Corporate Governance in Mutual Funds
(d) Employee's Rights
(e) Sustainable Development
SECTION-B
Read the following cases carefully and answer the questions given at the end of each.
6. (a) Reliance Industries and Corporate Governance Reliance is one of the pioneers in the country in implementing the best international practices of Corporate Governance. The board of Directors at Reliance periodically reviews its composition for ensuring a strong element of independence and commitment. The Directors are elected by the shareholders. However the board plays an important role in the selection of candidates for shareholders' approval. Roles and Responsibilities of Board and Management The board's roles and responsibilities include establishing an effective mechanism for overseeing the affairs, keeping in view the company's size, complexity, geographical operations and corporate tradition and culture. The Reliance's framework is designed to:
• Enable the Board to provide strategic guidance for the management.
• Define the respective roles and responsibilities of senior executives to ensure accountability; and
• Ensure a balance of authority such that no single individual has unfettered powers. To ensure the truthful and factual presentation of it's financial position. The Company has put in place a strong internal audit process. The board has also constituted an audit committee, which is responsible to the external reporting, performance and objectivity of the internal audit function and independence of the external auditors. To ensure long-term shareholder value creation and to promote shareholder participation in corporate affairs, Reliance has established and maintained communication strategies, including a policy for clarity in notices of meetings. Reliance also maintain its corporate website for convenient
access by the shareholders to all the information about the company. The company has adopted a remuneration policy that attracts and maintains talented and motivated executives so as to encourage enhanced performance of the company. The remuneration
policy envisages a clear relationship between performance and remuneration, including the link between remuneration paid and the overall corporate performance.
Questions :
1. Discuss the link between Board of Directors and Corporate Governance practices in
Reliance.
2. What type of Remuneration Policy is followed at Reliance for rewarding Employee Performance ?
(b) CSR at Bank of India At Bank of
Questions :
1. Discuss the rationale behind the i mplementation of Corporate Social Responsibility at Bank of
2. What activities have been undertaken at Bank of India as a part of Banks Social Responsibility ?
Ms-494 December, 2012 Risk Management In Banks
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Ms-494: Risk Management In Banks
1. "Bank Treasury has a major role in managing the different risks of a bank." Discuss fully this statement.
2. What do you mean by 'Interest rate risk'? Explain the different classes of interest rate risk.
3. What are 'Credit Derivatives' ? Discuss the various types of credit derivative instruments and explain the process of a credit derivative transaction with the help of an example.
4. What do you mean by 'Market Risk' ? Discuss the factors that contribute to the market risk. Explain how can the market risk be managed.
5. What is a 'currency option' ? Discuss some of the exotic options that are popular in currency derivatives market.
6. What is 'operational Risk' ? Discuss the different steps involved in the process of managing operational risk.
7. Discuss the roles and responsibilities of the Asset Liability Management Committee and the different offices/departments working under its supervision.
8. What is the need for 'Risk Sensitive Incentive Systems' ? Discuss the important sound principles of compensation.
Ms-494 June, 2013 Risk Management In Banks
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Ms-494: Risk Management In Banks
1. What do you understand by Asset-Liability Management in a bank ? What is its objectives and why is it needed ? Bring out roles and functions of the sub-committees formed under it.
2. Discuss the frameworks of Basel Accord - I and II and explain the changes proposed in the
3. What is 'Credit Risk Derivative' ? Explain the various types of Credit Derivatives and discuss their special features.
4. What do you mean by 'Market Risk' ? Discuss the factors that contribute to this risk. How is market risk managed ?
5. Explain the concept of 'Interest Rate Risk' and discuss the reasons for a Bank to use Interest Rate Futures.
6. Discuss the need for effective operational risk management and explain the process of operational risk management in banks.
7. Explain the different elements of Tier-I and Tier-II capital prescribed for banks and discuss their limits.
8. Write notes on the following :
(a) Internal Capital Adequacy and Assessment Process (ICAAP)
(b) Stress Testing