IGNOU MMPL-001 Assignment 2026-27
Principles of Engineering Management and Economics
Last updated by IGNOU: 07 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 14 Nov 2026, 08:55 am.
December 2026 term-end exam
Mon, 30 Nov 2026 · Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
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Make the MMPL-001 assignment front page →| Course code | MMPL-001 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Principles of Engineering Management and Economics |
| Programme | Master of Business Administration (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) (MBA LS) / Master of Business Administration (Construction Management) (MBA CN)MBALS, MBACN |
| School | School of Engineering & Technology |
| Assignment code | MMPL-001/TMA/JUL/2026 |
| Session | July 2026 and January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Apr 2027 |
| Medium | English |
| Term-end exam (December 2026) | Mon, 30 Nov 2026, Morning (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) |
About the MMPL-001 assignment
The MMPL-001 assignment covers management approaches, demand elasticity, investment appraisal, project scheduling, value engineering and motivation. It draws on all blocks of the course.
Students must attempt all five questions, each of which has two parts. The listing gives 100 maximum marks and 30% weightage; the PDF does not specify marks for individual questions.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 (a) | — | Analyze the different views of workers in scientific management and the human relations approach. |
| Q1 (b) | — | Discuss combining systems-based efficiencies and behavioral insights to manage demanding engineering projects. |
| Q2 (a) | — | Explain price elasticity of demand and its role in pricing a new engineering component. |
| Q2 (b) | — | Discuss cross elasticity of demand and its relevance to manufacturers of complementary and substitute products. |
| Q3 (a) | — | Explain why the time value of money matters when assessing long-term engineering investments. |
| Q3 (b) | — | Compare NPV and IRR, including conflicting project rankings and the preferred basis for a decision. |
| Q4 (a) | — | Distinguish PERT and CPM by network orientation, time estimates and uses. |
| Q4 (b) | — | Explain float and the use of the critical path in resource leveling and schedule crashing. |
| Q5 (a) | — | Describe value engineering, its job-plan phases and how it differs from routine cost reduction. |
| Q5 (b) | — | Compare Theory X and Theory Y assumptions and their influence on organizational structure for complex technical projects. |
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
- Attempt every question.
- Submit the assignment to the coordinator of your study centre.
- The PDF gives 31 October 2026 as the deadline for the July 2026 session and 30 April 2027 for the January 2027 session.
Submission dates: 31 October 2026 (June term-end exam); 30 April 2027 (December term-end exam). The PDF associates these dates with the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively; dates can differ by session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the assignment code for MMPL-001?
The PDF prints the assignment code as MMPL-001/TMA/JUL/2026.
How many questions are in the MMPL-001 assignment?
There are five questions, each with two parts, and all must be attempted.
What are the maximum marks and weightage?
The listing gives 100 maximum marks and 30% weightage.
Where should I submit the assignment?
Submit it to the coordinator of your study centre.
What are the submission deadlines?
The listing gives 31 October 2026 for the June term-end exam and 30 April 2027 for the December term-end exam. The PDF associates those dates with the July 2026 and January 2027 sessions respectively; dates can differ by session.
Which course material does the assignment cover?
The PDF states that it covers all blocks.
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