MS-58 Sample Paper Management of R&D and Innovation

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Note: Answer all questions which carry equal marks.

1. In what ways can the collaboration between academic institutions and industry be encouraged to improve India's technological capability? How can risks of investment in innovation be minimised?

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Examine the relationship between design, innovation and market. Why has design become an important consideration in the present context?

2. a) "In a highly competitive industry, business should be technology driven." Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
b) "Organization culture can be an asset or a liability in technology development." Explain

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a) "The nature of partnership in R&D and innovation depend upon the situation, different situations demand different types of partnership arrangements." Discuss with illustrations.
b) How is technology transfer done from laboratory to industry? Describe various steps.

3. Critically examine financial appraisal of projects. How can the elements of risk in financial analysis be dealt with?

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What would be the different structural models for a R&D organization? Explain and discuss their merits and demerits.

4. Describe and classify the R&D organizations under the central government of India. What is the basis for classification.

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What resources are required for R&D activity? Critically examine the availability of relevant resources for R&D in India.

5. a) Briefly discuss the international conventions relating to IPRs.
b) What are the conditions attached with patentability?