Final: 19-3-2021

ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD

(Department of Business Administration)

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR BUSINESS (9505)

SEMESTER: SPRING, 2021

CHECKLIST

This packet comprises the following material:

1) Textbook
2) Assignments # 1 & 2
3) Course outline
4) Assignment 6 forms (2 sets)
5) Assignment submission schedule

In this packet, if you find anything missing out of the above-mentioned material,
please contact The Mailing Officer on the address as given below.

The Mailing Officer,

Mailing Section, Block # 28,
Allama Iqbal Open University
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Tel: (051) 9057611, 9057612

Dr. Adnan Riaz

Course Coordinator
 ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD
(Department of Business Administration)

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Course: Computer Applications for Business (9505) Semester: Spring 2021

Level: PGD (HRM) Total Marks: 100
Pass Marks: 50
ASSIGNMENT No. 1
Niece

Q. 1 Business operations can be executed with efficiency and accuracy with the
advent of computers. Managers use computers for a variety of reasons,
including keeping their teams on track, budgeting and planning projects,
monitoring inventory and preparing documents, proposals and presentations.
What specific advantages a computer has brought for HR manager. Discuss
in detail. (20)

Q. 2 A word processor is a computer program that provides for input, editing,

formatting and output of text, often with some additional features. The most
commonly used work process is Microsoft Word in Pakistan. Discuss how
you can perform following functions using MS Word; (20)
 Creating and Saving Word Document
 Printing Letters
 Formatting Text

Q. 3 A spreadsheet like Microsoft Excel, is a computer application program that

simulates a physical spreadsheet by capturing, and manipulating data
arranged in rows and columns. Discuss how you can perform following
functions using MS Excel; (20)
 Entering and Managing Data
 Printing a Worksheet
 Formatting Columns and Rows
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Q. 4 How a manager can perform financial functions through a worksheet?
Explain with example. (20)

Q. 5 Write short notes on the following: (7+7+6)

 Auxiliary Memory
 Storage Devices
 Types of General Purpose Software

ASSIGNMENT No. 2
Total Marks: 100
Pass Marks: 50

This assignment is a research-oriented activity. You are required to submit a term

paper and present the same in the workshop prior to the final examination.
Presentation component is compulsory for all students. You will have to participate
in the activity fully and prepare a paper of about 15 to 20 pages on the topic allotted
to you. You are required to prepare two copies of Assignment No. 2. Submit one
copy to your teacher for evaluation and the second copy for presentation in the
classrooms in the presence of your resource persons and classmates, which will be
held at the end of the semester prior to final examination.

Include the following main headings in your report: -

a) Introduction to the topic
b) Important sub-topics
c) Practical aspects with respect to the topic
d) Review of theoretical and practical situations
e) SWOT analysis of the organization with respect to your topic
f) Conclusions and recommendations
g) Annex, if any

You must use transparencies, charts or any other material for effective
presentation. You are also required to select one of the following topics according
to the last digit of your roll number. For example, if your roll number is D-
3427185 then you will select topic No.5 (the last digit): -

List of Topics:
1. Methods and Uses of Inserting Hyperlink in PowerPoint Presentation
2. Uses of MS-Office for Training and Development

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3. Uses of MS-Excel for Performance Appraisal
4. MS-Word for Official Assignments
5. Significance of Antivirus Software
6. Application of Financial and Statistical Functions Using MS-Excel
7. Key Benefits of Microsoft Office
8. Application of Spreadsheet Packages for Business Environment
9. Internet & World Wide Web (WWW)
10. Steps to Develop PowerPoint presentation

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR BUSINESS (9505)

Course Outline (PGD-HRM)

Unit–1: Essential Computing Concepts & Introduction to Windows

1.1 Introduction to Computer and its Functions
1.2 Introduction to Basic Computer Fundamentals
1.2.1 The Microprocessor
1.2.2 Memory
1.2.3 Auxiliary
1.2.4 Storage
1.2.5 Input Devices
1.2.6 The Monitor
1.2.7 The Printer
1.3 The Rise of the Personal Computer and Types of Computers
1.4 Types of Software
1.5 Introduction to Networks
1.6 Computer Safety Measures
1.7 Introduction to Windows Vista Interface
1.8 Working with Files and Folders
1.9 Features for Improving Productivity: Control Panel, Shortcuts,
Search Companion

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Unit–2: Getting Started with Word Processing & Gaining Proficiency
through Editing and Formatting (Microsoft Word-I)
2.1 Basics of Word Processing and Introduction to Microsoft Word
2.2 Creating, Saving, Printing and Closing a Word Document
2.3 Editing, Selecting, Deleting and Formatting Text
2.4 Navigating the Word Window
2.5 The Spell and Grammar Checker
2.6 Document and Paragraph Layout
2.7 Changing and Reorganizing Text
2.8 Managing Lists
2.9 Inserting Headers and Footers; Frequently Used Text; and
References

Unit–3: Enhancing a Document and Advanced Features of Word Processor

(Microsoft Word-II)
3.1 Inserting and Managing Graphics
3.2 Setting Tab Stops
3.3 Inserting and Managing Text Boxes and Shapes
3.4 Creating, Inserting and Formatting a Table
3.5 Formatting Columns, Paragraphs and Using Special Characters
3.6 Mail Merge
3.7 Hyperlinks and Saving a Document as a Web Page
3.8 Smart Art Graphics

Unit–4: Working with Microsoft Excel (Microsoft Excel-I)

4.1 Introduction to Spreadsheets & Microsoft Excel
4.2 Starting and Navigating Excel Workbook
4.3 Entering and Managing Data in a Worksheet
4.4 Formatting Data, Cells, and Worksheets
4.5 Using Page Setup Command, Page Layout View and Printing a
Worksheet
4.6 Formatting Columns and Rows; Cell Range
4.7 Chart Data; Using Different Types of Charts
4.8 Working with Formulas: Mathematical Operations and Statistical
Operations
4.9 Edit and Format Multiple Worksheets at the Same Time
4.10 Working with Different Features: Entering Dates; Move, Copy and
Paste Commands; Creating a Summary Sheet

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Unit–5: Worksheets in Decision Making and Using Functions and Tables
(Microsoft Excel-II)
5.1 Doing Work-If Analysis through a Worksheet and Comparing Data
with a Line Chart
5.2 Using Statistical Functions; Using Date, COUNTIIF, and IF
Functions; applying conditional Formatting
5.3 Freezing Panes and Creating an Excel Table
5.4 Working with Large Worksheets
5.5 Using Financial Functions, Goal Seek, and Creating a Data Table

Unit–6: Working with Microsoft Access

6.1 Introduction to Microsoft Access Interface
6.1.1 The Database Window
6.1.2 Tables
6.1.3 Forms
6.1.4 Queries
6.1.5 Reports
6.2 Creating & Saving a New Database; Setting Data types and Field
Names of a Table; Adding Records in Tables; Modifying Design
of a Table; and Printing a Table
6.3 Creating and Using a Query, a Form, and a Report
6.4 Using Template to Develop and Manage a Database and its Tables
6.5 Creating Table Relationships
6.6 Creating and Using a Query for Various Purposes
6.7 Creating a Report Using the Blank Report Tool and Report Wizard
6.8 Modifying the Design of a Report and Printing a Report
6.9 Filters and Sorting

Unit–7: Working with Microsoft Power Point 2002

7.1 Creating, Saving, Viewing and Printing a PowerPoint Presentation
7.2 Editing a Presentation
7.3 Formatting a Presentation
7.4 Creating Headers and Footers; Inserting Slides from an Existing
Presentation; Using Slide Sorter View; Adding Pictures and Shapes;
Format Slide Elements; Using Slide Transitions and Smart Art
Graphic
7.5 Applying Slide Backgrounds, Themes and Animations
7.6 Creating and Modifying Tables and Charts

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Unit–8: Getting Started with the Internet and Microsoft Outlook 2002
8.1 Starting with Internet Explorer; Navigating the Internet, Managing
Favorites
8.2 Search the Internet; Search Engines; and Web Pages
8.3 Starting with Outlook; Navigating the Outlook; and Outlook
Functions
8.4 Using Email Features of Outlook
8.5 The Outlook Calendar, Managing Tasks, and Managing Contact
Information in Outlook

Unit–9: Integration of MS Office Applications

9.1 Export Access Data to Excel
9.2 Copying Access Data to Word Document
9.3 Copying Excel Data to Word Document
9.4 Inserting Excel Chart into a PowerPoint Presentation
9.5 Creating Table in Word from Excel Data
9.6 Creating Excel Worksheet from a Word Table
9.7 Inserting and Linking an Excel Object in Word;
9.8 Revising and Updating a Linked Object
9.9 Inserting Word Outline in PowerPoint
9.10 Importing Excel Data into a PowerPoint Chart
9.11 Inserting a Hyperlink in PowerPoint

Recommended Book:
Go! With Microsoft Office 2007 By: Gaskin, Ferrett, Vargas, McLellan, Coyle,
Ferrett, Townsend and Fry.

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