Technological Innovation Management Questions
Technological Innovation Management Questions
SEMESTER&YEAR: V, ODD SEM 2025 FACULTY NAME: Dr. Padmashree S, Dr. Sushma S J, Mrs. Amrutha R
COURSE NAME/CODE: Technological Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship/BEC501 Course Code: C301
Module – 1
Sl BT
Questions CO PO
No Level
1 Explain the interrelationship between the nature and functions of management 1 L2 PO1, PO11,
and how they help in achieving organizational goals. PO12
13 Illustrate the difference between management and administration by describing 1 L2 PO6, PO11,
their roles in the functioning of a public hospital. PO12
25 Interpret the statement: “Planning is a future-oriented process but can lead to 1 L2 PO1, PO11,
rigidity,” and explain your viewpoint. PO12
26 Explain the importance of decision-making within the overall planning process. 1 L2 PO1, PO11,
PO12
27 Differentiate between decision-making and problem solving by describing 1 L2 PO1, PO11,
examples from organizational settings. PO12
Compare and contrast programmed and non-programmed decisions with L2 PO1, PO11,
28 1
suitable industry-based examples. PO12
29 Describe how strategic decisions differ from routine ones in a manufacturing 1 L2 PO1, PO11,
company and explain the decision-making steps involved. PO12
30 Explain how systematic decision-making can be helpful in handling crises, 1 L2 PO1, PO11,
supported by a relevant example. PO12
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering
SEMESTER&YEAR: V, ODD SEM 2025 FACULTY NAME: Dr. Padmashree S, Dr. Sushma S J, Mrs. Amrutha R
COURSE NAME/CODE: Technological Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship/BEC501 Course Code: C301
Module – 2
Sl RBT PO
Questions CO
No Level
Explain the main features of an effective organisation and describe how these 2 PO11, PO12
1 L2
features help the organisation achieve its goals.
Evaluate how the meaning and nature of organising have evolved with the rise 2 L2 PO1, PO11,
2 PO12
of remote work and digital teams.
Create a detailed plan outlining the steps in the organising process for setting L2 PO2, PO11,
3 2 PO12
up a new regional office of a company.
4 Describe how a lack of proper organising affects an organisation’s efficiency. 2 L2 PO1, PO11,
PO12
Include an example.
Evaluate the relevance of the scalar chain and unity of command principles in L2 PO1, PO6,
5 2 PO11, PO12
modern flat organisations.
6 Design an organisational structure for a small start-up applying Fayol’s 2 L2 PO1, PO2,
PO11, PO12
principles of organising.
Discuss the pros and cons of having a wide span of management compared to a L2 PO1, PO2,
7 2 PO11, PO12
narrow span of management. Suggest which span would be more suitable for a
fast-growing tech company.
L2 PO1, PO2,
8 Give an example to show how having a wide or narrow span of management 2 PO6, PO8,
impacts communication and control in a large retail store. PO11
Compare functional, product, customer, and geographic departmentalization L2 PO1, PO2,
9 2 PO11
with suitable examples. Which is best suited for a multinational corporation?
10 2 L2 PO1, PO2,
Design a departmental structure for a new hospital. Justify your approach. PO11
Critically evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using committees in L2 PO1, PO2,
11 2 PO11
decision-making.
Create an organisational plan showing at least three different types of L2 PO1, PO11
12 2
committees needed to organise an international conference.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of centralisation and L2 PO1, PO2,
13 2 PO11
decentralisation. Which type of structure would you suggest for a global
company? Give reasons for your recommendation.
Design a hybrid authority structure combining centralised strategic control and L2 PO1, PO2,
14 2 PO6, PO11
decentralised operational autonomy for a national retail chain.
Evaluate the role of staffing in ensuring the right fit between jobs and people in L2 PO1, PO2,
15 2 PO6, PO11
a rapidly changing business environment.
PO1, PO2,
16 Explain the impact of wrong staffing decisions on employees’ morale and the 2
L2
PO6, PO8,
success of the organisation. PO11
Compare different sources of recruitment (internal vs. external). Critically L2 PO1, PO2,
17 2 PO8, PO11,
analyse which is more effective for hiring senior managers.
L2 PO1, PO2,
18 Create a step-by-step recruitment and selection plan for hiring a team of 2 PO6, PO8,
software developers for a new project. PO11
L2 PO1, PO2,
19 Describe the key factors needed to ensure effective direction in a large 2 PO6, PO8,
organisation with many levels of management. PO11
Design a set of guidelines to ensure effective direction for virtual teams L2 PO1, PO11
20 2
working remotely.
Critically evaluate the factors a manager should consider while giving orders to L2 PO1, PO11
21 2
subordinates to ensure clarity and compliance.
Create a plan for training supervisors on giving clear and motivating orders to a L2 PO1, PO11
22 2
multicultural workforce.
Describe why motivation is an inner feeling and how it helps employees do L2 PO1, PO11
23 2
their jobs better.
Propose strategies to sustain employee motivation during organisational L2 PO1, PO11
24 2
change.
25 Compare and contrast Maslow’s Need Hierarchy Theory and Herzberg’s Two- 2 L2 PO1, PO6,
PO11
Factor Theory. Which is more relevant to modern workplaces?
Evaluate how a manager can apply both theories to improve job satisfaction in L2 PO1, PO8,
26 2 PO11
a production unit.
Explain why clear and effective communication is important to prevent L2 PO8, PO11
27 2
misunderstandings and conflicts at work.
Design a communication plan for a manager to handle crisis communication L2 PO1, PO6,
28 2 PO8, PO11
during an emergency.
Evaluate the characteristics of an effective leader. How do these differ from L2 PO1, PO8,
29 2 PO11
those of a manager?
Discuss the behavioural approach to leadership and explain how it helps in L2 PO1, PO6,
30 2 PO11
developing leaders for fast-changing organisations.
Describe the importance of proper coordination among departments in a L2 PO1, PO8,
31 2 PO11
manufacturing organisation and analyse its impact.
Suggest the ways to improve coordination and maintain a smooth workflow in L2 PO1, PO6,
32 2 PO8, PO11
a team that includes members from different departments.
Evaluate the need for a control system in modern organisations. Support with L2 PO1, PO2
33 2
examples.
Explain the advantages of having an effective control system to reach L2 PO1, PO2
34 2
organisational objectives.
Discuss the essentials of an effective control system. Why do some control L2 PO1, PO6
35 2
systems fail?
Design an effective control system for monitoring project progress in a L2 PO1, PO2,
36 2 PO6
construction company.
Create a detailed control process for managing quality in a manufacturing L2 PO1, PO2,
37 2 PO6
plant.
38 2 L2 PO1, PO6
Explain each step in the control process and its impact on decision making.
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
SEMESTER&YEAR: V, ODD SEM 2025 FACULTY NAME: Dr. Padmashree S, Dr. Sushma S J, Mrs. Amrutha R
COURSE NAME/CODE: Technological Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship/BEC501 Course Code: C301
Module – 3
Sl BT
Questions CO PO
No Level
1 Why social responsibility is becoming increasingly important for modern 3 L2
PO1, PO6
businesses.
2 Evaluate the impact of neglecting social responsibility on a company’s long-term 3 L2
PO1, PO6
sustainability.
3 Examine the responsibilities of a business towards its stakeholders (shareholders, 3 L2
PO6, PO8,
employees, customers, community, government).
4 Create a CSR plan outlining how a manufacturing company can balance its 3 L2
PO6, PO8
responsibilities towards different groups.
5 Discuss the role of social audit in ensuring business accountability and 3 L2
PO6, PO8
transparency.
6 Design a simple framework for conducting a social audit in a medium-sized 3 L2
PO6, PO8
enterprise.
7 Evaluate the importance of business ethics in preventing corporate scandals. 3 L2 PO6
8 Describe a code of ethics for a new startup in the technology sector. 3 L2 PO6, PO8
14 Suggest the ways in which entrepreneurship can help to solve social problems in 3 L2
PO6, PO10
our community
15 List different concepts of entrepreneurship and how they apply to startups versus 3 L2
PO2, PO7
established businesses.
16 Create an innovative entrepreneurial idea and explain which concept of 3 L2
PO2, PO7
entrepreneurship can reflects.
17 Evaluate which characteristics are most critical for an entrepreneur to succeed in 3 L2
PO6, PO10
a highly competitive industry.
18 Develop a self-assessment plan for a student to identify entrepreneurial traits 3 L2
PO9, PO10
within themselves.
L2
19 List out various classifications of entrepreneurs. Give examples for each. 3 PO1, PO2
20 Evaluate which type of entrepreneur is most needed in the Indian economy today 3 L2
PO1, PO2
and why.
21 Critically examine common myths about entrepreneurship and explain how they 3 L2
PO2, PO7
discourage potential entrepreneurs.
22 Create a guide to debunk three myths about entrepreneurship for young 3 L2
PO2, PO7
graduates.
23 Compare any two entrepreneurial development models. How do they help 3 L2
PO1, PO2
promote entrepreneurship?
24 Evaluate the effectiveness of entrepreneurial development models in developing 3 L2
PO1, PO2
countries.
25 Discuss each stage of the entrepreneurial development cycle using a real or 3 L2
PO1, PO2
hypothetical business example.
26 Design a complete entrepreneurial development cycle for launching an innovative 3 L2
PO1, PO2
food startup.
27 Explain the major challenges faced by first-generation entrepreneurs. 3 L2 PO6
28 Recommend a capacity-building plan that can bridge skill gaps and help aspiring 3 L2
PO6, PO10
entrepreneurs handle outside obstacles
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering
SEMESTER&YEAR: V, ODD SEM 2025 FACULTY NAME: Dr. Padmashree S, Dr. Sushma S J, Mrs. Amrutha R
COURSE NAME/CODE: Technological Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship/BEC501 Course Code: C301
Module – 4
Sl BT
Questions CO PO
No Level
1 Explain the role of Small Scale Industries (SSIs) in India’s economic 4 L2 PO1, PO2, PO10,
PO11, PO12
development.
Evaluate how SSIs contribute to balanced regional development and L2 PO1, PO2, PO6,
2 4 PO7, PO10,
employment generation. PO11, PO12
Examine the positive and negative impacts of globalization and WTO L2 PO1, PO2, PO9,
3 4 PO10, PO11,
agreements on Indian SSIs. PO12
4 4 L2 PO1, PO2, PO10,
Suggest strategies for SSIs to remain competitive in the era of globalization. PO11, PO12
Compare the definitions of Small Scale Enterprises and Micro Enterprises. How L2 PO1, PO2, PO10,
5 4 PO11, PO12
do they differ in terms of investment and operations?
Describe a simple checklist to classify a business as an SSI under current L2 PO1, PO2, PO10,
6 4 PO11, PO12
government norms.
Mention the key government policies that have shaped the development of SSIs L2 PO1, PO10,
7 4 PO12
in India.
Evaluate the effectiveness of recent government initiatives (e.g., Make in India, L2 PO9, PO10,
8 4 PO11,
Startup India) in supporting SSIs.
Discuss the growth trends of SSIs in India over the past decade using examples L2 PO1, PO10
9 4
from specific sectors.
Propose measures to improve the performance of SSIs in the context of L2 PO1, PO6, PO10,
10 4
increasing global competition.
11 4 L2 PO1, PO4
List the causes of bad condition in the SSI sector.
Propose a recovery plan for a unwell conditions of small-scale unit, covering L2 PO1, PO4, PO6
12 4
financial, managerial, and operational aspects.
Discuss the major challenges faced by SSIs in India, including finance, L2 PO1, PO7
13 4
technology, and marketing.
14 4 L2 PO1, PO4, PO6,
Design a system framework to help entrepreneurs overcome these challenges. PO7,
Compare ancillary industries and tiny industries with examples. How do they L2 PO1, PO4
15 4
support larger industries?
Evaluate the role of ancillary industries in the growth of the automobile or textile L2 PO1, PO4
16 4
sector.
Mention different techniques for generating new business ideas. Which L2 PO1, PO4, PO6
17 4
technique is most suitable for tech startups?
Propose an idea generation plan for a student team to identify a viable campus- L2 PO6, PO9
18 4
based business opportunity.
Evaluate the role of creativity and innovation in sustaining competitive L2 PO1, PO6
19 4
advantage for a small enterprise.
Design a strategy to build a culture of innovation within a traditional L2 PO1, PO7
20 4
manufacturing company
Explain the steps involved in identifying promising business opportunities in a L2 PO6, PO7
21 4
developing economy.
Create a checklist for an entrepreneur to assess the viability of a new business L2 PO1, PO10
22 4
idea.
Compare different market entry strategies (franchising, joint venture, export, L2 PO1, PO6,
23 4
licensing) for a startup entering an international market.
Provide a market entry strategy for an Indian food brand planning to expand into L2 PO1, PO7
24 4
Southeast Asia.
25 4 L2 PO1, PO2
Evaluate the importance of marketing feasibility in launching a new product.
26 4 L2 PO2, PO4
Design a basic marketing feasibility study for a new organic skincare brand.
Describe the financial feasibility factors an entrepreneur should consider before L2 PO6, PO7
27 4
starting a small manufacturing unit.
28 4 L2 PO6, PO7
Propose a financial feasibility plan for launching an e-commerce platform.
Evaluate the impact of political factors on the feasibility of setting up a business L2 PO1, PO6, PO7
29 4
in a developing country.
30 4 L2 PO2, PO6, PO7
Design a checklist to assess political feasibility for a renewable energy startup.
31 4 L2 PO1, PO6
Discuss why economic feasibility is crucial for long-term business sustainability.
Prepare a simple economic feasibility study for a rural-based agro-processing L2 PO2, PO6, PO7
32 4
unit.
33 4 L2 PO1, PO10
Evaluate how social and legal feasibility affect the success of a new venture.
Propose measures to ensure social and legal compliance for a food processing L2 PO7, PO10
34 4
company.
35 4 L2 PO1, PO2
Mention the importance of technical feasibility in product development.
36 4 L2 PO2, PO4
Discuss a technical feasibility plan for launching a new mobile app.
37 4 L2 PO1, PO6
Examine the importance of managerial feasibility for a first-time entrepreneur.
Propose a capacity-building plan to strengthen managerial feasibility for a L2 PO6, PO7
38 4
startup team.
39 4 L2 PO1, PO2
Evaluate the factors to be considered for choosing a business location.
Design a feasibility checklist for selecting a location for setting up a small textile L2 PO1, PO2
40 4
unit.
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering
SEMESTER&YEAR: V, ODD SEM 2025 FACULTY NAME: Dr. Padmashree S, Dr. Sushma S J, Mrs. Amrutha R
COURSE NAME/CODE: Technological Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship/BEC501 Course Code: C301
Module – 5
Sl BT
Questions CO PO
No Level
Analyse the concept of a business model. Why is it critical for the success of L2 PO1, PO5
1 5
startups?
Apply the concept of business modeling to design a simple and sustainable L3 PO2, PO4
business model for an eco-friendly packaging company. Justify how each
component adds value.
Apply the principles of business planning to propose the scope of a business plan
for an online tutoring platform like EduReach. Consider key components such as
target market, value proposition, and technology infrastructure.
Evaluate the significance of the financial plan section in a business plan by L3 PO1, PO4
6 critically assessing its key components. Justify why investors often prioritize 5
financial planning in their decision-making process.
Apply financial planning principles to develop a basic one-year financial L3 PO2, PO4
7 projection for a small bakery startup, including startup costs, operating expenses, 5
and projected revenue.
8 Analyse the role of the marketing plan within a complete business plan. 5 L2 PO1, PO2
Apply the principles of marketing to develop a basic marketing plan for launching L3 PO1, PO10,
9 an organic juice brand in an urban market. Include elements such as pricing, 5
promotion, and place.
10 Critically examine why human resource planning is essential for small businesses. 5 L2 PO2, PO4
A startup called SwiftWay Logistics plans to launch operations in Bengaluru to L3 PO2, PO4
provide last-mile delivery services for e-commerce platforms. The company
expects to begin with 20 delivery vehicles, targeting 500 deliveries/day. It will
operate through a centralized warehouse and a cloud-based tracking system. The
11 founders need a clear HR and staffing strategy to ensure efficient hiring, training, 5
and workforce retention in a high-turnover industry.
“KalaKriti Creations” is a small handmade craft unit started by a group of rural PO2, PO3
women artisans in Rajasthan. The unit produces eco-friendly home décor items
like wall hangings, painted pots, and jute baskets. The demand for their products
has grown through online platforms and exhibitions. To meet growing orders L3
while maintaining product quality, the team now needs a structured production
13 plan covering procurement, scheduling, manpower, quality control, and 5
inventory.
Propose solutions to overcome common difficulties in starting and sustaining a L2 PO2, PO4
34 5
new enterprise.
35 Analyse the significance of network analysis in managing large projects. 5 L2 PO2, PO4
Evaluate how network analysis helps in effective resource allocation and time L2 PO2, PO4
36 5
management.
Compare the origins and development of PERT and CPM techniques. Why were L2 PO2, PO4
37 5
they introduced?
Critically assess the historical context in which PERT and CPM became necessary L2 PO2, PO4
38 5
for project management.
Analyse the concept of a project network. How does it help managers visualise L2 PO2, PO4
39 5
complex project activities?
The student council of GSSS Institute of Engineering & Technology for L3 PO2, PO4
Women (GSSSIETW) is in charge of organizing the much-anticipated annual
fest “Geethayaana 2026.” The event includes technical, cultural, and literary
competitions, celebrity performances, and exhibitions. To ensure smooth
execution, the organizing team decides to design a network diagram that outlines
40 the sequence and dependencies of activities leading up to the fest. 5
44 Analyse how PERT helps manage uncertainty in project activities. 5 L2 PO2, PO4
Critically examine the key features of CPM. How does it differ from traditional L2 PO2, PO4
45 5
project scheduling?
46 Design a CPM network for setting up a small manufacturing plant. 5 L2 PO2, PO4
47 Evaluate the major advantages of using PERT and CPM in project management. 5 L2 PO2, PO4
48 Propose how small businesses can benefit from adopting network techniques. 5 L2 PO2
49 Critically analyse the limitations of PERT and CPM in real-world projects. 5 L2 PO2, PO4