IGNOU BMP-002 Assignment 2026-27
Operations Management
Last updated by IGNOU: 07 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 24 Oct 2026, 04:24 pm.
| Course code | BMP-002 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Operations Management |
| Programme | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)BBA |
| School | School of Management Studies |
| Assignment code | BMP-002/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 BMP-002 assignment
The BMP-002 assignment covers all blocks of Operations Management in the fifth semester of BBA. Topics include operations strategy, product design, inventory management, logistics, production processes and scheduling.
This tutor-marked assignment has five compulsory questions worth 100 marks in total. It combines explanatory questions, comparisons and short notes, with each main question carrying 20 marks. The assignment contributes 30% to the final assessment.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 10+10 | Explain the meaning, scope and functions of operations management, then discuss types of operations strategies using hypothetical examples. |
| Q2 | 4+8+8 | Explain product design, the design and selection process for new products and services, and the need to modify products across their life-cycle stages. |
| Q3 | 10+10 | Explain inventory, its types and costs, and discuss inventory control systems based on the methods or technologies businesses use. |
| Q4 | 4x5 | Compare concept selection with concept testing, logistics with warehousing, job processing with batch processing, and Gantt charts with network diagrams. |
| Q5 | 4x5 | Write brief notes on the EOQ model, Request for Quotation (RFQ), containerization and dock scheduling. |
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 by the deadline applicable to your term-end examination; submission is compulsory for exam eligibility.
- Submit your completed assignment to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
Submission dates: 15 March 2027 (June 2027 TEE); 15 October 2026 (December 2026 TEE)
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for BMP-002 in 2026-27?
The assignment code is BMP-002/TMA/2026-27, for Operations Management.
What are the submission deadlines for the BMP-002 assignment?
The deadline is 15 October 2026 for the December 2026 term-end examination and 15 March 2027 for the June 2027 term-end examination.
How many questions must I attempt in BMP-002?
All five questions are compulsory. Each main question carries 20 marks, making a total of 100 marks.
What is the weightage of the BMP-002 assignment?
The assignment carries 30% weightage in the final assessment.
Where should I submit the BMP-002 assignment?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your Study Centre.
Which sessions and languages are available for this assignment?
The official listing covers July 2026 and January 2027, with English and Hindi available. The PDF states that the assignment is valid from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027.
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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.