Code No: R5-16/MBA R5

MBA-I Semester Supplementary Examinations,

July/Aug 2008.

BUSINESS COMMUNICATION AND SOFT SKILLS

Time: 3hours Max. Marks: 60

Answer any FIVE questions

All questions carry equal marks
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1. What are adverbs? Explain the adverbial clauses with suitable

examples.

2. What are the purposes of a business message? How many types of

business messages are generally used?

3. Explain the meaning of cron cultural communication? What are

the implications of cultural differences in such form of
communication.

4. Explain the features and points of difference between spoken and

written communication.

5. Explain the following, in the context of a business meeting:

a) Notice
b) Agenda
c) Minutes.

6. What are the key elements for considerations, while preparing for a
presentation?

7. Explain the use of computer tools in launching a new product by

an electronic goods manufacturing company.

8. Explain listening barriers and suggest a few measures to overcome

those.

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