IGNOU BCOS-183 Assignment 2026-27
Computer Application in Business
Last updated by IGNOU: 07 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 24 Oct 2026, 04:26 am.
| Course code | BCOS-183 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Computer Application in Business |
| Programme | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)BBA, BCOMG, BCOMF, BCOMOL, BCOMFOL |
| School | School of Management Studies |
| Assignment code | BCOS-183/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 BCOS-183 assignment
The BCOS-183 assignment covers all course blocks, including computer fundamentals, cybersecurity, business documents and presentations, Excel, cloud computing, software and operating systems. It also includes capital budgeting, business ownership, identity theft, correlation and regression.
This tutor-marked assignment has 14 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 four worth 5 marks each. The total is 100 marks, with a 30% weightage in the final assessment. No answer word limits are specified.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10 | Explain what a computer is and describe its different classifications. |
| Q2 | 10 | Explain cybersecurity and the main IT security principles relevant to business organisations, using an example. |
| Q3 | 10 | Explain a detailed project report and outline the usual formatting style for project reports. |
| Q4 | 10 | Explain business presentations and the factors that make them effective. |
| Q5 | 10 | Explain functions in MS Excel and distinguish between its PV and NPV formulae. |
| Q6 | 6 | Give a detailed explanation of cloud computing. |
| Q7 | 6 | Explain software and its types, distinguishing application software from system software. |
| Q8 | 6 | Compare authentication and authorization with an example. |
| Q9 | 6 | Explain capital budgeting and two of its methods. |
| Q10 | 6 | Explain word processing and describe the main features of MS Word. |
| Q11 | 5 | Explain operating systems and their types. |
| Q12 | 5 | Explain sole proprietorship and its advantages compared with partnership. |
| Q13 | 5 | Explain identity theft using an example. |
| Q14 | 5 | Distinguish between correlation and regression. |
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
- Complete every question in all three sections.
- Read the assignment instructions in the Programme Guide before starting.
- Submit the assignment within the prescribed schedule, as submission is compulsory for eligibility to appear in the term-end examination.
- Submit your assignment to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
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 BCOS-183 in 2026-27?
The assignment code is BCOS-183/TMA/2026-27. It covers all blocks of the course.
What are the BCOS-183 assignment submission deadlines?
The deadline is 15 October 2026 for the December 2026 term-end exam and 15 March 2027 for the June 2027 term-end exam.
How many questions must I attempt in BCOS-183?
All 14 questions are compulsory: five in Section A, five in Section B and four in Section C.
What are the maximum marks and assignment weightage?
The assignment carries 100 marks and contributes 30% to the final assessment.
Where should I submit the BCOS-183 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.
Other IGNOU BBA assignments
- BCOE-142: Management Accounting
- BCOG-171: Principles of Micro Economics
- BEGLA-136: English at the Workplace
- BRL-113: Business Ethics
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.