IGNOU MLI-102 Assignment 2026-27
Management of Library and Information Centres
Last updated by IGNOU: 05 Aug 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 24 Oct 2026, 04:25 pm.
| Course code | MLI-102 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Management of Library and Information Centres |
| Programme | Master’s Degree Programme in Library and Information ScienceMLIS |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | AST/TMA/ Jul.2026-Jan.2027 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 50 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2027 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the MLI-102 assignment
The MLI-102 assignment covers Units 1–18 and examines management in libraries and information centres. Topics include staff motivation, organisational change, operations research, workflow, pricing, work analysis, marketing, financial estimation and budgeting.
The Tutor Marked Assignment has five compulsory question groups worth 10 marks each, totalling 50 marks. Groups 1–4 offer alternative questions; Question 5 requires short notes on any two listed topics. A separate seminar covering Units 1–18 carries 50 marks, with its topic selected by the counsellor and performance assessed at the study centre.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1.1 (alternative to Q1.2) | 10 | Evaluate the strengths and limitations of financial incentives as a source of worker motivation within scientific management theory. |
| Q1.2 (alternative to Q1.1) | 10 | Explain employee resistance to change using examples from library work. |
| Q2.1 (alternative to Q2.2) | 10 | Explain operations research and discuss its application in libraries and information centres. |
| Q2.2 (alternative to Q2.1) | 10 | Distinguish flow process charts from decision flow charts and represent the book-return process using a decision flow chart. |
| Q3.1 (alternative to Q3.2) | 10 | Discuss how demand and supply influence the prices of information products and services. |
| Q3.2 (alternative to Q3.1) | 10 | Explain work analysis and its contribution to effective library management. |
| Q4.1 (alternative to Q4.2) | 10 | Discuss how to put a marketing programme into practice and assess its effectiveness. |
| Q4.2 (alternative to Q4.1) | 10 | Explain financial estimation methods and identify a suitable method for libraries and information centres. |
| Q5.0 | 10 | Write short notes on any two topics: organisational structure models, the library as a system, budget justification or benefits of e-marketing. |
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 all five question groups, choosing between the alternatives in Groups 1–4 and writing on any two topics in Question 5.
- Write the assignment by hand in English or Hindi; typed answers and computer printouts are not allowed.
- Use foolscape-size paper, leave a three-inch left margin and at least four lines between answers, and label each answer with its question number.
- On the first page, place your enrolment number, name, full address and dispatch date at the top right; place the programme and course titles/codes, assignment number, and study centre name and code at the top left.
- Explain relevant course-material points in your own words; reproducing unit text can result in zero marks, and copying another student's answers can lead to rejection.
- Submit the complete assignment by the deadline to the Coordinator or Programme In-charge of your allotted study centre.
- Use the assignment set for your admission session; its validity is one year, and missing the session deadline requires attempting the fresh set for the subsequent session.
- Complete the assignment and participate in the seminar/practical to qualify for the term-end examination.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end examination); 30 September 2027 (December term-end examination).
Frequently asked questions
Which sessions does the MLI-102 assignment cover?
This assignment is for the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions and covers Units 1–18.
What are the maximum marks and weightage for MLI-102?
The PDF gives the Tutor Marked Assignment 50 marks and a separate seminar 50 marks. The listing records maximum marks as 100 and assignment weightage as 30%.
Do I need to answer every MLI-102 question?
Complete all five question groups. Choose one alternative in each of Groups 1–4, then write short notes on any two topics in Question 5. Each group carries 10 marks.
What are the submission deadlines for MLI-102?
The listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end examination and 30 September 2027 for the December term-end examination. The PDF associates these dates with the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively.
Can I submit a typed MLI-102 assignment in Hindi?
Hindi and English are both permitted, but typed or computer-printed assignments are not accepted. Submit handwritten work to your allotted study centre.
Is there a separate seminar for MLI-102?
Yes. The seminar carries 50 marks and covers Units 1–18. The counsellor selects the topic using the Programme Guide's model topics, and the study centre evaluates the presentation.
Other IGNOU MLIS assignments
- MLI-101: Information, Communication and Society
- MLIE-101: Preservation and Conservation of Library Materials
- MLIE-102: Research Methodology
- MLIE-103: Academic Library System
- MLIE-104: Technical Writing
- MLIE-105: Informetrics and Scientometrics
- MLIE-106: Public Library System and Services
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.