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Course Code Course Title L T M/CL C

TLAW186L Principles of Management 4 1 0 4
Pre-requisite NIL Syllabus version
1.0
Course Objectives:
1. To familiarize the student with the varied functions, processes, and activities
of management and to assist the student appreciate the underlying theories
that constitute the discipline of management, to offer real-life situations
through problem-solving skills.
Course Outcome:
At the end of the course the student is expected to have acquired :
1. Understand the conceptual framework of management
2. Focuses on the basic roles, skills and functions of management, with special
attention to managerial responsibility for effective and efficient achievement of
goals.
3. Enable students to work as an effective team member and leader
4. Be aware of the ethical dilemmas faced by managers and the social
responsibilities of businesses.
5. Use problem-solving strategies and critical thinking through case studies

Module:1 Management Overview 6 Hours

Introduction, Nature and Scope; Importance of Management; Is management a
Science or Art or Profession; Management Vs. Administration; Levels of
Management; Functions of Management; Role of Managers; Ethics in Managing and
Social Responsibility of Managers
Module:2 Management Philosophers’ Contribution 8 Hours
Evolution of Management Thought; Scientific Management F W Taylor, Henry L
Gantt, Frank and Lillian Gilbreth; Theory of Henry Fayol, Fayol’s Vs. Taylor’s
Comparison; Behavioural Model of Management (Hawthorne Studies); Modern
Theories of Management (Systems Management School, Situational Approach
School); School of thoughts; Qualities and Skills of Manager
Module:3 Planning 6 Hours
Introduction, Nature, Importance; Types of Planning; Planning Premises. Types of
plans; Planning process; Barriers to Effective Planning; Planning in Indian
Organizations, Business Forecasting
Module:4 Decision Making 7 Hours
Concept of Decision and Decision Making, Types of Decisions, Individual Vs. Group
Decision Making; Rationality; Conditions in Decision Making; Approaches for
Decision Making; Techniques of Decision Making
Module:5 Organizing 6 Hours
Concept, Definition, Need, Characteristics, Formal and Informal Organisation,
Organisational Structure (Functional Organisation, Product/ Market Organisation,
Project Organization, Hybrid Organization and Matrix Structure); Span of
Management; Departmentation
Module:6 Power and Authority 7 Hours
Concept of Power, Bases of Power; Authority, Responsibility, Accountability;
Delegation, Principles governing delegation, Obstacles, Effective delegation;
Centralization and Decentralization; Empowerment; Authority Relationship; Depiction
of Authority relationships, Organization Chart and Organizational Manual

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Module:7 Motivation and Leadership 6 Hours

Introduction, Nature and Importance of motivation; Types of motivation; Theories of
motivation-Maslow, Herzberg, X, Y and Z; Leadership, Importance; Traits of a
leader; Leadership Styles.
Module:8 Communication, Coordination and Controlling 6 Hours
Communication: Introduction, Communication Symbols, Networks, Communication
Flow; Barriers to Effective Communication; Process; Strategic Communication;
Introduction, Types, Techniques; Essentials of Effective Coordination; Principles of
Coordination; Controlling: Concept, Types of Control, Design of Effective Control
System; Control Techniques, At Operational Level, Overall Control Techniques
Module:9 Management Challenges and Opportunities 6 Hours
SWOC Analysis, Perception of Environment, Impact of Environment; Challenges for
Managers in 21st Century, Globalization, Integration, Workforce Diversity, Employee
Well-being; Modern Management Techniques, TQM, Benchmarking, Business
Process Reengineering, Business Outsourcing, Knowledge Management. E-
Business; Approaches to meet environmental challenges
Module:10 Contemporary Issues 2 Hours
Guest lectures from Industry and, Research and Development Organisations on
Management Practices of Prominent Countries and Business Leaders
Total Lecture hours: 60 Hours
Text Book(s)
1. Prasad L M, (2019), Principles and Practice of Management, Sultan and Sons,
New Delhi
2. NeeruVasishth, VibhutiVasishth, (2019),Principles of Management: Text &
Cases, 5/e, Taxmann Publications Private Limited, New Delhi
Reference Books
1. Harold Koontz, Heinz Weihrich, Mark V. Cannice, (2020), Essentials of
Management – An International, Innovation and Leadership Perspective,11/e,
McGraw Hill Education (India) Private Limited, New Delhi
2. Callie Daum, (2020), Principles of Management Essentials You Always Wanted
To Know (Self-learning Management Series), 2/e, Vibrant Publishers, Mumbai
3. Tony Morden, (2021), Principles of Management, 2/e, Routledge, UK
4. J P Mahajan, (2016), Principles and Practice of Management, Vikas Publishing
House Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi
Mode of Evaluation: Theory – Class tests, Quizzes / Assignments / Term paper and
FAT
Mode of assessment: Flipped Classrooms, Case Discussion and Lectures
Recommended by Board of Studies 18-04-2022
Approved by Academic Council No. 68 Date 19-12-2022

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