IGNOU BCOE-142 Assignment 2026-27
Management Accounting
Last updated by IGNOU: 07 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 24 Oct 2026, 04:25 am.
| Course code | BCOE-142 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Management Accounting |
| Programme | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)BBA, BCOMG, BCOMOL, BCOMF |
| School | School of Management Studies |
| Assignment code | BCOE-142/TMA/2026-27 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 15 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the BCOE-142 assignment
The BCOE-142 assignment covers all blocks of Management Accounting. It includes financial analysis, leverage ratios, marginal costing, labour and material variances, budgeting, standard costing and cost management. Tasks combine explanations, numerical calculations, comparisons and short notes.
There are 12 compulsory questions across three sections. Section A has five questions worth 10 marks each, Section B has five worth 6 marks each, and Section C has two questions worth 10 marks each, divided into two parts. The assignment totals 100 marks and contributes 30% to the final assessment.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Explain the main characteristics and coverage of management accounting. |
| Q2 | 10 | Calculate leverage ratios using the supplied financial figures. |
| Q3 | 10 | Explain direct labour cost variance using an appropriate illustration. |
| Q4 | 10 | Describe how marginal costing supports managerial decisions. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain why a 10% rise in production and sales can produce a greater percentage increase in profit. |
| Q6 | 6 | Calculate material mix variance from the given standard and actual material mixes. |
| Q7 | 6 | Explain financial statements and assess their usefulness in decision-making. |
| Q8 | 6 | Describe the purpose of a sales budget and how it is prepared. |
| Q9 | 6 | Explain the relationship between a budget as a planning tool and budgetary control as its intended outcome. |
| Q10 | 6 | Discuss the benefits and limitations of standard costing. |
| Q11 | 2x5 | Compare cost control with cost reduction, and fixed budgets with flexible budgets. |
| Q12 | 2x5 | Prepare short notes on budgetary control and differential costing. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Answer every question in the assignment.
- Read the assignment instructions in the Programme Guide before starting.
- Submit the assignment to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
- Submission within the prescribed schedule is compulsory for eligibility to appear in the term-end examination.
Submission dates: 15 March 2027 (June 2027 term-end exam); 15 October 2026 (December 2026 term-end exam)
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for BCOE-142 in 2026-27?
The assignment code is BCOE-142/TMA/2026-27, and it covers all blocks of Management Accounting.
What are the submission deadlines for BCOE-142?
Submit by 15 October 2026 for the December 2026 term-end exam, or by 15 March 2027 for the June 2027 term-end exam.
How many questions must I attempt?
All 12 questions are compulsory, including the parts in Section C.
What are the maximum marks and assignment weightage?
The assignment carries 100 marks and has a 30% weightage in the final assessment.
Where should I submit the BCOE-142 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
Which sessions and languages are listed for this assignment?
The official listing covers July 2026 and January 2027, with English and Hindi versions available.
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Assignment details and PDFs come from IGNOU's official website; the guide is a summary of the official PDF. Always check the latest instructions and last dates on ignou.ac.in or with your Regional Centre before submitting.