Monday 8 September 2014

AMCAT - DETAILED SYLLABUS FOR GENERAL GRADUATES



General Graduates:

1)Excel

The module assesses, without bias, how efficiently a candidate can ‘work’ on excel instead of how well he ‘knows or remembers’ excel.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Business Consultant, Business Analyst/Associate, Research Analyst/Associate, Accountant, etc.
Number of Questions: 23
Module Duration: 20 min
Detailed Syllabus:
MS Excel Basics

·         Formatting cells
·         Insertion, deletion
·         Page setup
·         Cut, copy, paste
·         Drop down
Data Analysis and Presentation

·         Managing worksheets and workbooks
·         Pivot table
·         Analyzing and organizing data
·         Basic formulae
Advanced excel

·         Macros
·         Sheet Protection
2)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

3)Physics

This module requires a candidate to apply the principles and laws, involved in various topics such as Newton’s laws, Electromagnetic theories etc, to real world situations.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Lab Supervisor, Researcher, Technician, Manager, Consulting Physicist, Research Associate, Senior Physicist.
Number of Questions: 26
Module Duration: 25 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Classical Mechanics

·         Kinematics and Dynamics
·         Rotational and Fluid Mechanics
·         Oscillations and Waves
Electromagnetism

·         Electrostatics
·         Magneto statics and electro dynamics
·         Optics
Thermodynamics and Modern Physics

·         Thermal physics
·         Nuclear and Particle physics

4)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

 

 

5)Basic Biology

 


The module assesses graduates from Life Sciences, Pharmacology, and Nursing backgrounds on their knowledge, understanding and application of the basic concepts of biology.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Medical Representative, Nurse, Scientist, Research and Development, etc.
Number of Questions: 22
Module Duration: 16 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Basic Anatomy

·         Brain and skeleton
·         Muscular system and alimentary canal
·         Respiratory and cardiac system
Physiology-1 (Head and Thorax)

·         Brain and pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid glands
·         Neuro-transmission
·         Respiration
·         Lymphatic system and complete blood system
Physilogy-2 (Below Thorax)

·         Endocrine glands and gastrointestinal tract
·         Adrenals, pancreas, testes and ovary
·         Urinary system
·         Reproductive system

 

6)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

 

7)Finance and Accounting

 

The module tests the ability of students to understand the increasingly complex and critical area of finance coupled with knowledge of the practices of accounting.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Accounts Executive/Manager, Finance Executive, Accounting Executive, BFSI Product Sales Executive/Manager, BFSI Product Services Executive/Manager, etc.
Number of Questions: 29
Module Duration: 30 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Corporate Accounting

·         Accounting for profit and non-profit organizations
·         Capital and revenue
·         Financial statements analysis
·         Reconciliation of accounts
Financial Accounting

·         Accounting process
·         Business income
·         Nature of accounting principles
Management Accounting

·         Introduction to cost concepts
·         Inventory control

 

8)Banking and 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

 

9)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

 

10)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

 

 

 

11)Pharmaceutical Sciences

The module focuses on assessing a student on theoretical and practical aspects of design and development of new drugs for clinical purposes, different sources, working and formulation of medicines and its analysis.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Research Assistant, Medical representative, Pharmacist, Chemist, Sales Representative, etc.
Number of Questions: 30
Module Duration: 20 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Pharmaceutics

·         Drug manufacture
·         Drug delivery, release and action
·         Pharmacy know how
Pharmacology

·         Basic pharmacology and therapeutics
·         Drug action on nervous system and endocrine glands
·         Drug action on circulatory system and GI tract
Pharmaceutical Analysis

·         Chromatography and electrochemistry
·         Titration
·         Other analytical techniques

 

12)Front Office


The module tests the students on the basics of Hospitality Industry, various functions of a front office ranging from various stages of the guest cycle to the knowledge of evaluating hotel’s performance.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Front Office Executive/Manager, Sales Executive/Manager, etc.
Number of Questions: 22
Module Duration: 16 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Front Office Organization

·         Basics of FO
·         Hotel organization
Front Office Operations

·         Introduction to guest cycle/guest handling
·         Reservations
·         Room selling techniques
·         Guest safety and security, special requests
Front Office Accounting

·         Tariff structure
·         Computer application
·         Accounting fundamentals
·         Planning and evaluating FO operations

 

13)HouseKeeping


The module tests candidates on the basics of Hospitality Industry, various functions of housekeeping ranging from basic cleaning procedures to its peripheral activities.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Housekeeping Executive/Manager, Sales Executive/Manager, etc.
Number of Questions: 25
Module Duration: 15 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Organization of the House Keeping Department

·         Organization chart
·         Routine systems and records
·         Planning and organizing
·         Store and control desk
Cleaning and Procedures

·         Guest room cleaning procedures
·         Cleaning knowledge and practice
Other Housekeeping Activities

·         Linen and uniform rooms
·         Safety and security
·         Laundry
·         Horticulture


14)Food Production

The module focuses on testing the student on understanding of all basic concepts of food production along with situational based questions to check application and practical nuances.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Food Production Executive/Manager, Sales Executive/Manager, etc.
Number of Questions: 21
Module Duration: 12 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Cooking Methods and Safety

·         Principles of methods of cooking
·         Equipments and new developments
·         Safety and sanitation
Meals Preparation and Presentation

·         Different courses of meal
·         Presentation of dish
Stock Management and Budgeting

·         Stock management
·         Knowledge of budgeting
·         Pricing and setting up a menu

 

15)Food and Bevarage Service


The module focuses on testing student’s understanding of the theoretical differences between the various types of service along with its practical aspects.
Befitting Job Functions/Profiles: Food and Beverages Executive/Manager, Sales Executive/Manager, etc.
Number of Questions: 22
Module Duration: 16 min
Detailed Syllabus:
Service Planning and Preparation

·         Meals and menu planning
·         Preparation for service
Operations-Service Area and Equipments

·         Food service areas
·         Departmental organization, staffing and room service
·         F&B service equipments
·         Function catering
·         QSR operations, Sale control system and Meal management
Tobacco and Beverages

·         Tobacco
·         Alcoholic beverages and other drinks
·         Non-alcoholic beverages

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