CORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
INSTITIÚID TEICNEOLAÍOCHTA CHORCAÍ
Semester 1 Examinations 2010/11
Module Title:
Management for Computing
Module Code:
MGMT 8014
School:
Mathematics and Computing
Programme Title:
Bachelor of Science in Computing – Year 3
Programme Code:
KCOMP_7_Y3
External Examiner(s):
Internal Examiner(s):
Mr. Peter Given
Ms. Michele McManus
Instructions:
Answer any two questions. Provide examples where possible.
Duration:
2 Hours
Sitting:
Winter 2010
Requirements for this examination:
None
Note to Candidates: Please check the Programme Title and the Module Title to ensure that you have received the
correct examination paper.
If in doubt please contact an Invigilator.
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Q1. (a)
Compare and contrast the rational and administrative models of decision-making.
(30 Marks)
(b)
Detail the reasons for escalation of commitment in decision-making. Illustrate your
answer with the use of examples.
(c)
(12 Marks)
Explain the factors that may be used to determine whether to use individual or group
decision-making.
Q2.
(8 Marks)
Discuss, with the use of examples and diagrams, each of the following organisation
designs:

Funtional (U-form)

Conglomerate (H-form)

Divisional (M-form)

Matrix
Q3. (a)
(50 Marks)
‘Ineffective communication is the fault of the sender’. Discuss this statement with
reference to the communications process.
(b)
(40 Marks)
Describe, with the use of a diagram, Vroom’s expectancy theory of motivation.
(10 Marks)
Q4. (a)
Controlling is one of the four primary functions of management and therefore is a vital
activity in all organisations. Explain the issues involved in managing control, including
the characteristics of effective control mechanisms, and managing resistance to control.
(40 Marks)
(b)
Detail one method of control used in organisations.
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(10 Marks)