smu project 2014 guidelines

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MBA Project Guidelines

Master of Business Administration (MBA)Program

Directorate of Distance EducationSIKKIM MANIPAL UNIVERSITY (SMU)


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Contents

1. Introduction

2. Project Work

2.1 Project guide

3. Project work - Phases

3.1 Phase I: Project Synopsis and Guide Approval

3.1.1 EduNxt Access Procedure (For Project Synopsis Submission) 3.2 Phase II: Project Work

Introduction

Selection of Project Title

Project Work and Final submission

Project Report

Project Evaluation

Template / Details for Preparation of Project Report

Annexure

I. Project Synopsis and Guide Acceptance Form

II. Project Guide Registration Form


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1. Introduction

The course titled Pro ject has 4 credits. The purpose of including project in MBA Programme isto provide students an opportunity to investigate a management problem in a scientific manner. Itenables students to apply the conceptual knowledge in a practical situation and to learn the art ofconducting a study in a systematic way and presenting its finding in coherent report.

The students are encouraged to involve themselves completely on the project work starting fromproject synopsis in 3 rd Semester and with the completion of project in final (4 th) semester.

Students should take this project work very seriously. Topics selected, should be appropriateenough to justify as a MBA project. The project should be genuine and original in nature andshould not be copied from anywhere else.

2. Project Work

2.1 Project Guide

The role of a project guide is highly significant in getting a quality output from the students. As aproject guide your expertise in the subject domain, counselling, monitoring and evaluating is

sought.

Qualification of a Guide:

MBA with specialization in appropriate area. The guide should have a minimum of 2 years of Industry/ Teaching experience. In a given session a guide can supervise a maximum of 20 projects.

Role of a Guide:

As a guide you are expected to offer suggestions to fine tune the problem identified and insynopsis preparation. The problem identified should be sufficient enough for a study at

MBA level. The guide has to monitor and review the project work periodically with a minimum two

reviews during the course of the project. Review report needs to be prepared. The guide has to go through the draft project report and offer suggestions wherever

necessary and to confirm that the project report is submitted as per the prescribed format.


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The guide has to send the Internal Assessment (IA) mark for the students whom he/shewas guiding for the session, to the LC to which the student is attached. This is to be sentalong with the signed final Project Report for submission.

Project Guideship Approval from the University

(Qualified persons desirous of guiding projects)

Directly apply to the SMU-DE, in the prescribed format available on the university web site/ EduNxt Portal (see Annexure II)

Guide CV along with photocopy of the credentials is a must for approval as a Project Guidewith the University.

A guide can fill in the prescribed format when approached by a prospective project studentwho is expected to forward the same to the University

Please note that you will become an eligible guide only on approval by the Project SteeringCommittee of the University

Meeting with the Project Guide

The Student is required to meet and discuss with the guide periodically on mutually agreeddates.

The Student is also advised to maintain e-mail contact with the guide Any Conflict of interest during the course of the project is to be immediately brought to the

notice of the Project Steering Committee of the University

3. Project Work - Phases

Project work will consist of two phases.Phase -1 : Project Synopsis and Guide Approval andPhase -2 : Project work.


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3.1 Phase I: Project Synopsis and Guide Approval

Project Synopsis Submission for Approval

The student needs to submit the project synopsis for approval through their EduNxt portal. Theproject synopsis should be prepared in consultation with your guide. The template given in

Annexure-I (also downloadable from EduNxt) is to be used. Your guide should approve the project

Synopsis. The project synopsis should contain the clear statement about the project statement,the resource requirements of the proposed project where it would be suitable and along with theGuide Acceptance letter. Project Synopsis may be disqualified if it is prepared without the GuidesSignature. Refer to fig.-1 for details of the activities involved in this stage.

Content of Project Synopsis

The project synopsis needs to be prepared keeping in mind the following points:

The synopsis should be of approximately 500 words It should have a Title . It should have an Introduction It should outline the methodology to be used It should mention the techniques to be used for data analysis

MBA Project

Phase 1

Project Synopsis Submission forApproval

New GuideRegistration

Phase 2 Project work


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New Guide Registration

The Guide to be identified by the student and need to be registered with SMU-DE in the prescribedformat given in Annexure-II (also downloadable from EduNxt). This is the one time process. Theguide details and his/her credentials to be forwarded along with the project synopsis by the student

to the project steering committee for New Guide Registration. Refer to fig.-2 for details of theactivities involved in this stage.

All submitted Project synopsis will be processed by the project steering committee. All statusinformation (Submission Acknowledgement/Approved/Rejected) will be informed to the student,Guide and LC through the e-mail. Once approved, the student can proceed to phase 2. Or, thestudent needs to work on the project synopsis for resubmission, in accordance with the reasonspecified on the mail for rejection. The deadlines for Project synopsis submission / GuideRegistration for your session please visit EduNxt portal or university website.


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Fig. 1 : Phase -1: Project Synopsis preparation and submission for approval


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Fig. 2 : Phase -1: New Guide Registration

Important points for the project work

Not more than one student is permitted to work on a Project. Students should start the project work ONLY after receiving the approval of Synopsis and

Guide from the University. If the title of the Project differs from the title mentioned in the Project Proposal, the Project

Report will be rejected and will be returned back to the student. All Correspondence regarding projects should be addressed to

[email protected] (please mark subject as MBA Project -Request for).

3.1.1 EduNxt Access Procedure (For Project Synopsis Submission)

Step 1: Go to the EduNxt URL (http://edunxt.smude.edu.in ) and enter your user-id andpassword.
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]://edunxt.smude.edu.in/http://edunxt.smude.edu.in/http://edunxt.smude.edu.in/http://edunxt.smude.edu.in/mailto:[email protected]


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Step 2: Go to Project Tile (for Example: ML0014-Project-DE ) and click on it to enter to theProject synopsis submission page.


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Step 4:

(i) Read the Guidelines carefully before filling the form.

(ii) Download the Project Synopsis Submission and Guide Acceptance Form for Project SynopsisSubmission (or see Annexure I) or Project Guide Registration form for New Project Guide

Approval (or see Annexure II).

(iii) Make your Project Synopsis ready for upload. (Fill the form in all aspects, scan and convertyour document in to either .doc or .pdf file)

(iv) Select the checkbox and click on submit synopsis button.


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Step 5: Fill the Project Synopsis details, Select the scanned file by using browse file option.(Note: It accepts only .doc, .docx and .pdf formats). Upload your file by clicking on Upload nowbutton.


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Step 8: Once project synopsis and guide details are uploaded, click on submit button. Onsuccessful submission, your status will show as Your synopsis has been submitted to projectsteering committee for Approval .


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Step 9:

(i) Once submitted, Project steering Committee will review your Synopsis submission and GuideRegistration. You will get the Status updation in your mail box and EduNxt login.

(ii) If your synopsis is accepted by Project steering committee, you will get the approved mail andyou can start your project work.


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5. The project must relate to the specialisation pursued.

Selection of Project Title

The title selected should be coherent with the stream of study or specialisation. A list of suggested topics is provided at the end of this document. However, the student and

the guide have the freedom to identify an appropriate topic. The title should be specific and focus towards the objectives of the project.

Project work and final submission

1. Submit a draft project work to the Authorised Study Centre/ Program Centre/ Learning Centre:

The draft project work should be submitted 20 days after the study has been conducted.

The draft should constitute the following: Title of the project Introduction Literature review/related research outcomes (a brief review of similar or related studies

conducted elsewhere. (This should not be more than 500 words). Description of study methodology List of work done: Visits to company, list of functionaries met, documents received from

company; registers and files seen, and observations made, field visits, number of samples

collected/ questionnaires filled should be mentioned in proper order. Names of books, sites, journals, magazines referred.

2. After receiving a feedback from the Authorised Study Centre/ Program Centre/ LearningCentre, make the necessary corrections and proceed to the next step.

3. Submit the final report:

The final project report should be submitted 30 days after the submission of the draft projectwork. The recommended number of pages of final report should be around 100.

4. Viva Voce/Presentation:

Viva will be conducted as per the schedule. The power point slides for presentation should besubmitted along with the final project report. The student should demonstrate or make a powerpoint presentation of their project at the Study Centre/ Program Centre/ Learning Centre tothe University approved external and internal examiners. The student must stay in touch withtheir Study Centre/ Program Centre/ Learning Centre for the actual date of project evaluation.


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vi. List of Tablesvii. List of Figuresviii. List of Symbols, Abbreviations and Nomenclatureix. Chapters x. References/Bibliographyxi. Instructions

i) Cover Page and Title Page:

About Cover page and Title Page:

A PROJECT REPORT

Under the guidance of

______________________________

Submit ted by

______________________________

in partial fulfillment of the requirement

for the award of the degree

Of

MBA

IN

[Finance/Marketing/Human Resource Management/Information Systems/Banking/Retail

Operations/Operations Management/Project Management/Total Quality Management]

&


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ii) Acknowledgement:

Acknowledgment is the regard given to the people and organisations that have helped the studentin completing the project undertaken. It must consist of acknowledgements towards theorganisation the student studies and to the company where the student has done the projectfollowed by the people who have helped student in the process.

iii) Bonafide Certificate

Bonafide Certificat e:

BONAFIDE CERTIFICATE

Certified that this project report titled .. is the bonafide

work of ... who carried out the project

work under my supervision.

SIGNATURE SIGNATURE

HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT FACULTY IN CHARGE

iv) Executive Summary:

Executive summary should be a one-page summary of the project report. It should consist of thestatement of the problem, main findings, and recommendations for further use. It should be typedin double line spacing, font style -Times New Roman, and font size 14.

v) Table of contents:

It is the list of all the contents in the report. Please see the example below:

Table of Contents


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ChapterNo. Title Page No.

1 Introduction

1.1 1

1.2 51.3 10

2 Literature review.

2.1 14

2.2 21

vi) List of Tables:

Give the same name for the table as it exactly appears above the tables in the text. The captionof the table must be present above the table. 1.5-line spacing should be adopted for typing thematter under this head.

Table 1

Field 1 Field 2 Field 3 Field 4 Field 5 Field 6

List of tables1. Table 1: 2.

Note: By the word Table, we mean tabulated numerical data in the body of the project report aswell as in the appendices (if any). All other non-verbal materials used in the body of the projectwork and appendices such as charts, graphs, maps, photographs and diagrams may bedesignated as figures.

vii) List of Figures:Give the same name for the figure as it appears exactly below the figures in the text. The captionof the figure must be present below the figure. 1.5-line spacing should be adopted for typing thematter under this head.


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Figure 1: < Caption of the Figure>

List of Figures1. Figure 1: 2. .

viii) List of Symbols, Abbreviations, and Nomenclature:1.5 line spacing should be adopted for typing the matter under this head. Standard symbols,abbreviations, etc., should be used.

ix) Chapters:The chapters can be broadly classified into three parts:1. Introductory chapter2. Chapter(s) on the main content of the project3. Concluding chapter.

The main text will be divided into several chapters and each chapter can be further divided intoseveral divisions and sub-divisions.

Each chapter should be given a relevant title. Tables and figures in a chapter should be placed in the position with respect to the reference

where they are cited. Headers and foot notes should be used sparingly. The title of the project must be reflected on

the left side of the header and chapter name must be on the right side of the headers. Pagenumbers are to be placed on the right side of the footer. They should be typed in single spaceand placed directly underneath in the very same page, which refers to the material theyannotate.


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Note: The report must always end with the concluding chapter and future enhancements, if any.

x) References/Bibliography:The l isting of references should be typed four spaces below the heading REFERENCES inalphabetical order in single spacing left - justified. The reference material should be listed in thealphabetical order of the first author. The name of the author/ authors should be immediatelyfollowed by the year and other details. Any website reference must be referred/ preceded by thepublications reference.

xi) Instructions: The text in the printed copies must be in black colour.

1.5 line spacing should be used for typing the general text. The general text shall be typed inthe font st yle Times New Roman and font size 12.

xii) List of Project Topics (Suggested)

Sl. No. Project Topics

PROJECT TOPICS FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

1. A study of performance appraisal / performance management system in XYZorganisation

2. Assessment of role stress amongst the employees of XYZ organisation

3. Job satisfaction survey at XYZ organisation4. Competency mapping in an organisation

5. Training effectiveness in an organisation6. Study of organisational culture OCTAPACE profile.

7. Motivational analysis of organization

8. A comparative study of team effectives in an organisation: Team effectivenessassessment measure.9. A study of Compensation Management System

10. A detailed study of promotion and reward policy of organisations11. A study of quality of work life in an organisation

12. Mapping training needs of employees: Training Need AnalysisPROJECT TOPICS RELATED TO MARKETING

13. Formulation of Marketing Strategies to Improve Market Share of LG MicrowaveOvens


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62. A Comparative Study of In-house Pharmacy and Retail Pharmacy

63. A Study on the Identification of the Causes of Delays in Cashless Hospitalisationand Recommendations to Reduce Time Lags

PROJECT TOPIC RELATED TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT

64. A study on the effectiveness of Project Management in Mining

65. Importance of Human Resource Management in construction projects

66. A study on controlling risks in construction projects

67. Project Cost Estimation for software projects

68. A study on software project management practices with special reference toembedded systems

69. A study on quality management/assurance for software projectsion

70. Effect of project risk on project performance : A study at XYZ Inc.

71. Validity of feasibility studies in Infrastructure Projects

72. Comparative Study of Project Management Software- MS project and Primavera

73. A Study on Risk Factors Involved In Outsourcing IT Projects

74. Role of Earned Value Analysis in Project Management

75. Risk analysis and management in IT projects

PROJECT TOPIC RELATED TO INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

76. Market entry strategies and programs for a particular sector/ Company/ Product

77. Cross cultural issues and managing cross border teams

78. Strategies adopted by MNCs to cope with Indian brands

79. Impact of FDI on any particular sector

80. Multinational mergers and acquisitions

81. HR policies Global and Local

82. Transfer pricing- issues and government policies

83. Impact of HRM practices on operational performance in MNCs

84. Changes in banking industry after incorporation of FEMA

PROJECTS TOPICS FOR MBA TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT

85. Implementation of 5 S in manufacturing companies in XXXXX city/ town/state

86. Quality Management in Software Industry A Study

87. Process Capability Study in BPO companies88. A Study on Continuous Improvement Process in XXXXXXX Company

89. Effectiveness of Six sigma Projects A Study

90. Application of Quality Control tools A Study

91. Cost reduction through Quality Approach A study

92. A Study on Just In Time in XXXXXXX Company


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93. Total Productive maintenance in manufacturing Companies A Study

94. Customer Satisfaction through TQM Approach A Study

95. Quality Management in Healthcare sector A Study

96. A Study on Statistical Process Control in specific manufacturing Company

97. Application of QFD in Service Industries

98. Impact of Application of FMEA in Manufacturing Industries in the city ofXXXXXXX

99. A study on quality management in XXXXXXX bank

100. A study on TQM implementation in hospital

101. A Study on TQM implementation in service industries

102. Measuring quality in service sectors

103. SPC and its application in service industries

104. A study on effectiveness of TQM implementation in XXXXXXX industry105. Improving quality in small and medium scale industries

PROJECT TOPICS RELATED TO RETAIL OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

106. A study on Indian organized retail sector

107. Effectiveness of promotional schemes in Retail stores

108. Study of retail store operations

109. Emerging retail formats and strategies

110. Role of FDI in Indian retail sector

111. A study on retail consumer behaviour-personal, social & cultural

112. A study on Loyalty programs in organized retail sector

113. A study on changing consumer preferences towards organized retailing fromunorganized retailing

114. A study on strategies for promoting retailers brand

115. An analysis of possible strategies for successful internet based customer servicesin retail

116. Measuring the effectiveness of display system in retail industry

117. Retail outlet mapping of retail stores & shopping malls

118. Study on private labels Vs. national brands

119. A study on effective Supply Chain practices in organized retail sector

120. Impact of retail IT application on effective store operations

121. Best HR practices in organized retail sector

122. A study on customer relationship management practices in retail store

123. A study on effective retail project management

124. Analysis of training needs assessment of retail sales executives


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125. A study on pricing strategies followed by successful retailers.

126. To analyse visual merchandising and space planning in a mall

127. To identify significance of CRM in retail sector

128. A study of automotive retail management structure in an organization

PROJECT TOPICS RELATED TO OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT129. A study on Total Quality Management at XYZ Company

130. A study on ERP selection process in SMEs

131. A study on Production and inventory control

132. A study on the role of internet in supply chains

133. Analysis and design of service operations using waiting lines

134. Computer Aided Management

135. Impact of TPM practices on production performance

136. Effect of six sigma on manufacturing performance

137. A study on Quality Measurement in Service Operations

138. Role of Artificial Intelligence in manufacturing

139. Aggregate Planning and Master Production Schedule

PROJECT TOPICS RELATED TO BANKING MANAGEMENT

140. Analysis of SARFESAI Act on NPAs on banks

141. Mergers and Acquisitions in Indian banks

142. Securitisation in Indian banks

143. Study of Management of NPAs in SBI Bank (any bank)- strategies for Recovery

144. Risk Management in Indian Banks

145. Project finance management services by banks146. A Case study of Merchant banking services by banks

147. Financial Performance (analysis) of banks - by Financial statement analysis likeratio analysis, trend analysis, Balance sheet analysis for the last five years

148. Study of Investment and Portfolio management services

149. A Case Study Of Selected Banks In Public & Private Sector Operating In IndiaWith reference to Products and Services

150. A study on Asset- Liability Management using Gap analysis (sophisticatedtechniques can also be used, provided if branches are using)

151. Study of Retail Banking products and services-Customer satisfaction at brancha. Study of retail liability products such as depositsb. Study of Retail asset products such as loans, overdrafts in branches

152. Study of Working capital Management in Indian banks

153. Impact of internet banking system or Impact of Technology on Indian banks


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ANNEXURE I

SUBMISSION OF PROJECT SYNOPSIS AND GUIDE ACCEPTANCE FORM(To be submitted to the project steering committee)

PART A: Syno psis Regis t rat ion .

I. Student Details:

1. Name of the program :

2. Name of the Student :

3. Roll Number :

4. Session & Year :

5. Name and address of learning centre :

II. Project Details

6. Title of the Project :

7. Problem Statement :

(About 500 words)

8. Methodology to be used :


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ANNEXURE II

PROJECT GUIDE REGISTRATION FORM(To be submitted to the project steering committee)

1. Name :

2. Date of Birth :

3. Present Employer :

4. Designation :

5. Contact Details :

i) Residential Address :

ii) Office Address :

iii) All communications to be sent to: Residential/ Office address ( tick any one )

iv) Contact No. :

v) E-mail id :

6. Education Qualification (start with highest qualification):

(Please attach photocopies of degree certificates)

SNo Name ofthe Degree

Specialization Year ofPassing

Institution/University

ClassObtained

7. Area of Specialization/Interest :

Affix Your

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8. Total yrs. of Experience :

(Please attach photocopies of Experience letters)

Sl. No Name of the Organization Designation From To

I hereby declare that the information provided by me is true. I agree with the rules

and regulations given by the University.

Signature

___________________________________________________________________

FOR OFFICE USE

Following details have been verified

Yes No

1) Qualification

2) Experience

3) Approved for Department / Specialization

Signature Signature

(Faculty in-charge) (Chairman-Project Steering Committee)(*Filled in Registration forms must be scanned in either .pdf / .doc format and submitted along withcredentials (Scanned Degree Certificates) to the email id [email protected] )
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


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