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AMCAT SYLLABUS FOR MANAGEMENT GRADUATES

Management Graduates SYLLABUS for AMCAT:



 

1)Banking & Financial Services


The module has been designed to check general financial knowledge and its application for a graduate in all subject areas that affect a financial manager’s decisions.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Accounting Managers, Corporate Controllers, Chief Financial Officers, Treasurers and Finance Officers, Cash Managers, Management Consultants.
Number of Questions: 27
Module Duration: 20 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Investment Products

·         Stocks
·         Bonds
·         Mutual Funds
Banking Products

·         o Banking
·         Debt
Basic Economics and Taxation

·         Macro Economics
·         Taxation

 

2)Marketing


The module assesses the candidates for all aspects of marketing ranging from fundamentals, to market research, planning and strategy and principles of economics all of which are closely linked and would be required by a marketing professional.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Sales Manager/Executive, Marketing Manager/Executive, etc.
Number of Questions: 27
Module Duration: 18 min
Detailed Syllabus:
General Marketing

·         Marketing planning and strategy
·         Marketing management
·         Principles of economics
Brand Planning

·         Brand management
·         Advertising management
·         Consumer behavior
·         Marketing research
Sales and Distribution Management

·         Sales management
·         Distribution models
·         Channels management

3)Human Resources(HR)

 

The module tests particular areas of candidate’s strength and identifies whether the candidate is suited for a specialist or a generalist profile in HR.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: HR/Recruitment Manager/Executive, Training Manager/Executive, IT Recruiter, Sourcing Executive/Manager, etc.
Number of Questions: 25
Module Duration: 16 min
Detailed Syllabus:
HR Planning and Strategy

·         Basics of human resource
·         Human resource planning
·         Human resource information system
·         Strategic human resource management
Organizational behavior

·         Industrial behavior
·         Group behavior
·         Organizational structure and design
Specialist HR Functions

·         Industrial relations and development
·         Performance management selection
·         Training and development

 

4)Operations

 

The module assesses MBA students on their understanding of basic concepts involved in Operations Management, laying greater emphasis on the practical aspects of operations.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Operations Executive/Manager, Operation Research Associate, Supply Chain Manager, etc.
Number of Questions: 22
Module Duration: 25 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Planning and Development

·         Capacity and Facility planning
·         Process selection and Project planning
·         Product design and development
Supply Chain Management

·         Sourcing and purchase management
·         Logistics and warehousing
·         Inventory management
·         Resources planning
Quality Management

·         Statistical quality control and Control charts
·         Acceptance sampling
·         Operating characteristic curve
·         Quality management, ISO, six sigma

 

 

5)Basic Statistics

 

The module assesses MBA students on their understanding of basic concepts and methods of statistics, laying emphasis on quantitative methods and statistical techniques used to investigate and interpret statistical data in order to arrive at meaningful conclusions.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Business Consultant, Business Analyst/Associate, Research Analyst/Associate, Accountant, etc.
Number of Questions: 20
Module Duration: 30 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Exploratory Analysis

·         Statistical survey and presentation of data
·         Measures of central tendency
·         Measures of dispersion
·         Skewness
·         Design of experiments, sampling, sampling error, sampling bias
Statistical inference

·         Formulating null and alternate hypothesis
·         Type I and Type II errors
·         z-test/t-test, p-values
·         Chi-square distribution
·         Confidence intervals
·         Correlation
·         Regression
·         Multivariate analysis
Probability

·         Basics of probability
·         Probability density function (PDF)
·         Cumulative distribution function (CDF)
·         Standard distributions

 

AMCAT DETAILED SYLLABUS FOR ENGINEERING GRADUATES

Engineering Graduates SYLLABUS for AMCAT :

1)Computer Programming
The module is ideal to evaluate entry level talent’s exposure and expertise in Computer Programming. This module is agnostic to programming languages and does not require the candidates to code during the test.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Technical Support Executive, Computer Engineer, Software Developer – Web, System s/w, Product, Trainee, Testing Engineer, Research Engineer, Content Developer-IT, IT Recruiter, etc.
Number of Questions: 25
Module Duration: 35 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Basic Programming

·         Data Types
·         Iteration, Recursion, Decision
·         Procedure, functions and scope
Data Structures

·         Arrays, Linked Lists, Trees, Graphs
·         Stacks, Queues
·         Hash Tables
·         Heaps
OOPs

·         Polymorphism
·         Abstraction
·         Encapsulation
Miscellaneous

·         Searching and Sorting
·         Complexity Theory

2)Computer Science
The module focuses to assess the candidate’s knowledge in basics of operating system and computer architecture, computer networks and database concepts.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Software Developers, Database Administrator and Network Engineers
Number of Questions: 26
Module Duration: 22 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Operating System and Computer Architecture

·         Basics of OS and Computer Architecture
·         Process Management and Synchronization
·         Memory and I/O Management



DBMS

·         Data model
·         Relational Algebra and SQL
·         Normalization, Architecture, Indexing
Computer Networks

·         Basics of networking and communication
·         OSI, TCP/IP layers and protocols
·         Network Devices and Routing Algorithms

3)Electronics  and Semiconductors

The module assesses the job suitability of the candidate in those companies which deal with Embedded Systems, VLSI design, SOC, Electronic, Design and Automation Companies etc.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Electronics Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Sales and Operations Manager/Executive for Electronic Industry Processes, Research Scientist, Technical Content Developer, etc.
Number of Questions: 25
Module Duration: 35 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Semiconductors and Devices

·         Basics of semiconductor
·         Two terminal devices
·         Three terminal devices
Analog Electronics

·         Basic for circuit analysis
·         Small Signal and Large Signal Circuit Analysis
·         Feedback, stability and oscillators
·         Op-amps
·         Filters
Digital Electronics

·         Boolean Algebra and minimization of Boolean functions
·         Logic families
·         Combinational Circuits
·         VLSI Basics

4)Telecommunication
This module evaluates the candidates on their knowledge and understanding of the subject of Telecommunication and its applications.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Telecommunications Field Engineer, Telecommunications Manager, Systems Developer, Radio communications Technician, Telecommunications Network Planner, Telecommunications Technical Officer-Technologist, RF Engineer, Switch Engineer.
Number of Questions: 30
Module Duration: 30 min


Detailed Syllabus:
Communication

·         Analog
·         Digital
·         Optics
Microwave Engineering

·         Microwave engineering
·         Transmission lines and waveguides
·         Antennas and wave propagation
·         Radar
Electromagnetism

·         Electrostatics
·         Magnetostatics
·         Electromagnetic theory

5)Electrical Engineering

The module focuses on testing a student on theoretical knowledge as well as practical concepts of electricity, electronics and electromagnetism.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Electrical Engineer, Power Engineer, Technical Content Developer, Sales and Operations Manager/Executive for Electrical Industry Processes, Research and Development, etc.
Number of Questions: 30
Module Duration: 30 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering

·         Basic electrical engineering
·         Electrical machines
·         Power machines
Instrumentation and control

·         Instruments and measurements
·         Control system
Electronics

·         Analog and digital electronics
·         Power electronics

6)Mechanical Engineering
The module assesses a student's skills, knowledge and understanding of the core principles/concepts in the branch of mechanical engineering.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Mechanical Engineer, Research and Development, Automation Engineer, Product Engineer, Technical Content Developer, Sales and Operations in industry processes, etc.
Number of Questions: 30
Module Duration: 25 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Manufacturing Science

·         Engineering materials
·         Production engineering
·         CAD/CAM
·         Industrial engineering
Thermodynamics and IC Engines

·         Thermodynamic cycles and steam generators
·         IC engines
·         Heat transfer, refrigeration and air conditioning
Fluid and Machine Mechanics

·         Fluid mechanics and fluid machinery
·         Strength of materials
·         Theory of machines
·         Machine design

7)Civil Engineering

The module focuses on testing a student on general principles of mechanics and construction, and requires the candidates to apply these principles in practical based problems.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Civil Engineer, Research Associate, Site Engineer, Design Engineer, Structural Engineer, Sales and Operations Manager/Executive - Industrial Processes, Technical Content Developer, etc.
Number of Questions: 25
Module Duration: 20 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Structural Engineering

·         Applied mechanics
·         Strength of materials
·         Building materials and construction
·         Theory of structures
·         Steel structures
·         Concrete technology
·         R.C.C. Design
Geotechnical and Water Resources Engineering

·         Soil mechanics
·         Hydraulic engineering
·         Water supply engineering
Transportation Engineering and Surveying

·         Highways engineering
·         Railway engineering
·         Estimation and costing
·         Surveying



8)Instrumentation  Engineering

The module focuses on testing a student on theoretical knowledge as well as practical concepts in the branch of instrumentation engineering.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Instrumentation Engineer, Automation Engineer, Research Scientist, Design Engineer, Plant Engineer, Process Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, etc.
Number of Questions: 25
Module Duration: 20 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Instrumentation and Control

·         Transducers and industrial instrumentation
·         Analytical and optical instrumentation
·         Electronic instrumentation and measurements
·         Control systems and process control
Electronics

·         Analog electronics
·         Digital electronics
·         Microprocessor and microcontroller
Signals and Communication System

·         Signal and systems
·         Communications
·         Fundamentals of network analysis and synthesis

9)Industrial Engineering
The module focuses on testing a student on theoretical knowledge as well as practical concepts of engineering analysis, design and management.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Industrial Engineer, Process Engineer, Quality Engineer, Technical Content Developer, Financial Engineer, Plant Engineer, etc.
Number of Questions: 18
Module Duration: 15 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Design of Manufacturing Systems

·         Product design and development
·         Work system design
·         Facility design
Quality Control and Management

·         Quality management
·         Production planning and inventory control
·         Management information system
Reliability and Costing

·         Reliability and maintenance
·         Operation research
·         Engineering economy and costing

10)Production Engineering

The module focuses on testing a student on theoretical and practical concepts of design, development and implementation of new production processes, information and control systems, computer controlled inspection, assembly and handling.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Process Engineer, Project Design Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, etc.
Number of Questions: 20
Module Duration: 15 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Production Technology and Analysis

·         Metal casting, forming and joining
·         Manufacturing Analysis
Metal Cutting and Tool Design

·         Machining and machine tool operators
·         Tool engineering
·         Metrology and inspection
Material Science and CIM

·         Polymers and composites
·         Computer integrated manufacturing

11)Metallurgical Engineering
The module focuses on testing a student on theoretical knowledge as well as practical concepts in the branch of metallurgical engineering.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Process Metallurgists, Design Engineer, Metallurgical R&D Lab Technician, Welding Engineer, Quality Planning Engineer, Plant Equipment Engineer and Ballistics Engineer.
Number of Questions: 25
Module Duration: 18 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Process Metallurgy

·         Fuels and furnaces mineral beneficiation
·         Non Ferrous Technology - Iron and steel
·         Metallurgical thermodynamics
Industrial Metallurgy

·         Metal casting, joining and forming
·         Corrosion science
Physical Metallurgy

·         Non ferrous materials
·         Phase transformation and heat treatment
·         Material testing and characterization



12)Chemical Engineering
The module focuses on testing a student on principles of chemistry, physics and material science in practical and industrial based problems.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Chemical Engineer, Research Scientist, Manufacturer (Chemical Industry), Quality Engineer, Sales and Operations Manager/Executive for Industrial Processes, Technical Content Developer, etc.
Number of Questions: 26
Module Duration: 25 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Transport Phenomena

·         Fluid mechanics
·         Heat transfer
·         Mass transfer
Chemical Process Engineering and Technology

·         Process engineering and technology
·         Chemical technology
Chemical Process Principles and Design

·         Chemical reaction engineering
·         Chemical engineering thermodynamics
·         Stoichiometry and process calculations

13)Automative Engineering
The module focuses on testing a student on theoretical knowledge as well as practical concepts of automobile design and testing, experimental/scientific methods related to automotive engineering.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Aerospace Engineer, Marine Engineer, Design Engineer, Research and Development Engineer, Sales Engineer, Technical Content Developer, etc.
Number of Questions: 24
Module Duration: 16 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Auto Engine

·         Engine classification
·         Engine fuel system
·         Cooling and lubrication
Auto vehicle technology and Electrical

·         Frame, body, clutch and brake
·         Axle and steering system
·         Transmission, differential, propeller shaft
Auto Maintenance and Turn Up

·         Preventive maintenance
·         Troubles and tuning
·         Auto-inspection and tuning


14)Paint Technology
The module focuses on testing a student on theoretical knowledge as well as practical concepts in the branch of paint technology.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Paint Technologists in paint manufacturing companies and home furnishing companies, Research and Development, Quality Assurance, Production, Marketing, Technical Assistants/Executives.
Number of Questions: 20
Module Duration: 15 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Raw Materials and Precursors

·         Introduction to components of surface coatings
·         Organic, inorganic pigments, extenders, dyestuff, natural resins and polymers
·         Synthetic resins and polymers
Coating – Manufacturing, Evaluation, Types

·         Formulation principles and manufacturing of coatings
·         Coating properties and evaluation
·         Industrial and specialty coatings, decorative and eco-friendly coatings
Paint Application and Troubleshooting

·         Surface treatment and coating applications
·         Coating defects

15)Polymer Technology


The module assesses both the theoretical as well as practical knowledge of the candidate across various topics like polymer chemistry, processing, testing, etc.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Production Engineers or Technologists, Quality Control Inspectors and Polymer Specialists
Number of Questions: 25
Module Duration: 18 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Polymer Chemistry and Characterization

·         Chemistry of polymers
·         Polymer characterization
Polymer Synthesis and Properties

·         Synthesis and properties
·         Polymer processing
·         Polymer theology
Application of Polymers

·         Polymer testing
·         Polymer technology
·         Polymer blends and composites

16)Chemistry

The module assesses the candidates on the various laws, theories and principles governing the various physical phenomena in chemistry.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Laboratory Assistant, Scientist, Research and Development, Chemist, Sales Representative, etc.

Number of Questions: 29
Module Duration: 16 min
Detailed Syllabus:

Physical Chemistry

·         Atomic structure
·         Chemical bonding
·         Gaseous state
·         Chemical thermodynamics
·         Chemical and ionic equilibrium
·         Solutions and colligative properties
·         Electrochemistry
Chemical kinetics


Inorganic Chemistry

Periodic table and periodic properties
s, p and d-block elements
Coordination compounds

Organic Chemistry

Purification and characterization of organic compounds
Types of organic reactions