Introduction to Management - Syllabus

Course Overview and Structure

Embark on a profound academic exploration as you delve into the Introduction to Management course () within the distinguished Tribhuvan university's BCA department. Aligned with the BCA Curriculum, this course (CAMG304) seamlessly merges theoretical frameworks with practical sessions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Rigorous assessment based on a 80 + 20 marks system, coupled with a challenging passing threshold of , propels students to strive for excellence, fostering a deeper grasp of the course content.

This 3 credit-hour journey unfolds as a holistic learning experience, bridging theory and application. Beyond theoretical comprehension, students actively engage in practical sessions, acquiring valuable skills for real-world scenarios. Immerse yourself in this well-structured course, where each element, from the course description to interactive sessions, is meticulously crafted to shape a well-rounded and insightful academic experience.


Course Objectives

This course aims to impart the basic management knowledge, and skills to the students so as to enhance their managerial capabilities and enable them to apply in the practical field.

Course Description

This course contains Introduction to Management, perspectives in management thought, emerging issues and challenges in management, management functions like planning, leading, controlling, organizational change and development, communication, emerging issues in quality management, technology and management.

Units

Key Topics

  • Introduction to E-commerce
    IN-1

    Overview of E-commerce and its significance in the digital age.

  • E-business vs E-commerce
    IN-2

    Understanding the differences between E-business and E-commerce.

  • Features of E-commerce
    IN-3

    Key characteristics and benefits of E-commerce.

  • Pure vs Partial E-commerce
    IN-4

    Types of E-commerce models and their applications.

  • History of E-commerce
    IN-5

    Evolution and development of E-commerce over time.

Key Topics

  • Classical Perspective
    PE-01

    This perspective focuses on scientific management, administrative management, and bureaucracy, emphasizing efficiency and effectiveness in organizational processes.

  • Behavioral Perspective
    PE-02

    This perspective explores the Hawthorne studies, human relations movement, and emergence of organizational behavior, highlighting the importance of human factors in management.

  • Quantitative Perspective
    PE-03

    This perspective deals with management science and operations management, applying mathematical and analytical techniques to optimize organizational performance.

  • Integrating Perspectives
    PE-04

    This topic covers systems and contingency perspectives, which integrate different approaches to management, considering the organization as a whole and adapting to changing circumstances.

  • Emerging Management Issues and Challenges
    PE-05

    This topic addresses contemporary and future management concerns, such as globalization, technology, and sustainability, and their impact on organizational strategy and decision-making.

Key Topics

  • System Development Projects Identification and Selection
    PL-1

    This topic covers the process of identifying and selecting systems development projects, including corporate and information systems planning.

  • System Development Projects Initiation and Planning
    PL-2

    This topic introduces the process of initiating and planning systems development projects, including assessing project feasibility and building the baseline project plan.

  • Initiating and Planning IS Development Projects
    PL-3

    This topic delves into the details of initiating and planning IS development projects, including the process and key activities involved.

  • Assessing Project Feasibility
    PL-4

    This topic covers the importance and process of assessing project feasibility in systems development projects.

  • Building and Reviewing the Baseline Project Plan
    PL-5

    This topic explains the process of building and reviewing the baseline project plan in systems development projects.

  • Normal and Binormal Vectors
    PL-6

    Definition and properties of normal and binormal vectors, including their applications in physics and engineering.

  • Motion in Space
    PL-7

    Motion of objects in space, including velocity, acceleration, and curvature.

  • Decision Making Conditions
    PL-8

    Analysis of the different conditions under which decisions are made, including certainty, risk, and uncertainty.

Key Topics

  • Population Size and Distribution
    OR-1

    Understanding the demographics of a society, including population size, density, and distribution, and its impact on social life. This topic explores how population dynamics shape social structures and institutions.

  • Culture
    OR-2

    Examining the shared values, beliefs, and practices that define a society, including its norms, customs, and traditions. This topic delves into the role of culture in shaping social behavior and institutions.

  • Community
    OR-3

    Analyzing the social bonds and relationships that form communities, including their characteristics, types, and functions. This topic explores the importance of community in social life.

  • Norms and Values
    OR-4

    Understanding the unwritten rules and expectations that govern social behavior, including norms, values, and sanctions. This topic examines how norms and values shape individual and group behavior.

  • Status and Role
    OR-5

    Examining the social positions and expectations associated with different statuses and roles, including their impact on social behavior and relationships. This topic explores the dynamics of status and role in social life.

  • Institutions: Marriage and Family
    OR-6

    Analyzing the social structures and relationships within marriage and family institutions, including their functions, types, and changes over time. This topic explores the significance of marriage and family in social life.

Key Topics

  • Managers vs Leaders
    LE-1

    This topic explores the differences between managers and leaders, highlighting their distinct roles and responsibilities.

  • Trait Theories
    LE-2

    This topic delves into the trait theories of leadership, which focus on the personal characteristics and traits of effective leaders.

  • Behavioral Theories
    LE-3

    This topic examines the behavioral theories of leadership, which emphasize the actions and behaviors of leaders that influence their effectiveness.

  • Contingency Theories
    LE-4

    This topic discusses the contingency theories of leadership, which suggest that leadership effectiveness depends on the situation and context.

  • Emerging Approaches to Leadership
    LE-5

    This topic explores the emerging approaches to leadership, including new perspectives and frameworks that are shaping the field of leadership studies.

  • Contemporary Issues in Leadership
    LE-6

    This topic addresses the contemporary issues and challenges facing leaders in today's complex and rapidly changing business environment.

  • Managing Conflicts in Organizations
    LE-7

    This topic provides strategies and techniques for managing and resolving conflicts in organizational settings. It covers the importance of effective conflict management for team performance and productivity.

  • Barriers to Effective Communication
    LE-8

    This topic examines the common obstacles that hinder effective communication, including language barriers, cultural differences, and noise.

Key Topics

  • Nature of Internship
    CO-1

    The internship work should be relevant to the field of computer science and information technology, with a minimum duration of 180 hours or ten weeks.

  • Phases of Internship
    CO-2

    The internship evaluation consists of three phases: Proposal Submission, Mid-Term Submission, and Final Submission.

  • Provision of Supervision
    CO-3

    A regular faculty member of the college is assigned as a supervisor to supervise the students throughout the internship period.

  • Provision of Mentorship
    CO-4

    A regular employee of the intern providing organization is assigned as a mentor to guide the students throughout the internship period.

  • Evaluation Scheme
    CO-5

    The evaluation scheme consists of Proposal Defense, Midterm, and Final Defense, with a total of 200 marks.

Key Topics

  • Population Size and Distribution
    OR-1

    Understanding the demographics of a society, including population size, density, and distribution, and its impact on social life. This topic explores how population dynamics shape social structures and institutions.

  • Culture
    OR-2

    Examining the shared values, beliefs, and practices that define a society, including its norms, customs, and traditions. This topic delves into the role of culture in shaping social behavior and institutions.

  • Community
    OR-3

    Analyzing the social bonds and relationships that form communities, including their characteristics, types, and functions. This topic explores the importance of community in social life.

  • Norms and Values
    OR-4

    Understanding the unwritten rules and expectations that govern social behavior, including norms, values, and sanctions. This topic examines how norms and values shape individual and group behavior.

  • Status and Role
    OR-5

    Examining the social positions and expectations associated with different statuses and roles, including their impact on social behavior and relationships. This topic explores the dynamics of status and role in social life.

  • Institutions: Marriage and Family
    OR-6

    Analyzing the social structures and relationships within marriage and family institutions, including their functions, types, and changes over time. This topic explores the significance of marriage and family in social life.

  • Kinship
    OR-7

    Examining the social bonds and relationships based on blood, adoption, or marriage, including their importance in social organization and cultural practices. This topic delves into the role of kinship in social life.

Key Topics

  • Types of Statistical Hypotheses
    TE-1

    This topic covers the different types of statistical hypotheses, including null and alternative hypotheses, and their roles in hypothesis testing.

  • Power of the Test and P-Value
    TE-2

    This topic explains the concept of power of the test, p-value, and its use in decision making during hypothesis testing.

  • Steps in Testing of Hypothesis
    TE-3

    This topic outlines the steps involved in testing a hypothesis, from formulating the hypothesis to making a decision based on the test results.

  • One Sample Tests for Mean of Normal Population
    TE-4

    This topic covers one sample tests for the mean of a normal population, including tests for known and unknown variance.

Lab works

References

Charles W.L. Hill and Steven L. McShane, Principles of Management, Tata Mc-craw-Hill Company, New Delhi.

Griffin, Ricky W., Management. AITBS Publishers and Distributors, New Delhi. 

Hitt, MA., J.S. Black and Porter, L.W., Management, Pearson Education, New Delhi 

Laurie J. M. Management and organizational Behaviour, Pearson, New Delhi