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List of Most Popular Cases

  1. Indian Airlines: Caravelle Inventories

    Authors: Kalro, A H; Narayanan, N;

    Reference No: QM0210 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: The case describes inventory-planning policies followed by Indian Airlines for preventive maintenance of its fleet of Caravelle aircraft that is on the verge of technological obsolescence. The objective is to determine whether the present inventory policies regarding: 1) classification of items, 2) system of stock review and replacement, 3) lead time analysis, and 4) ... More

  2. Appraisal of Working Capital Loans

    Authors: Singh, Gurudev;

    Reference No: CMA0674 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: The case describes how two farmers in a village seek crop loan from a branch of a nationalized bank. Information is provided on stock of capital, sale of farm produce, purchases of inputs and services, and generation and use of liquidity in addition to general information about farm households. The ... More

  3. 20th Century Finance Corporation Ltd

    Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

    Reference No: F&A0384 Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: The case discusses accounting policy issues such as depreciation, deferred tax, capitalization of interests, etc. in a leasing company. It also provides an opportunity for financial analysis, interfirm comparison, evaluation of financial strategies and evaluation of share price. ... More

  4. Prabhat Manufacturing Company

    Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

    Reference No: F&A0391 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: This is an introductory case on rights issue. It discusses the fixing of rights issue premium, evaluation of a right, and the effect of the rights issue on earnings per share (EPS) and dividend per share (DPS). ... More

  5. Perceived Risk and Rural Entrepreneurship (Parts I & II)

    Authors: Gupta, Ranjit;

    Reference No: CMA0667 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: Six sets of situations have been reproduced from "The Rural University: Experiment in Educational Innovation" to identify four types of risks, viz. technical, economic, social, and environmental. The case analysis suggests that there could be at least three propositions about "risk and rural entrepreneurship." These are: 1) In any set of ... More

  6. Sohan Pan House

    Authors: Gupta, Nirmal; Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0294 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: Highlights the working of a small retail shop (pan house), covering the starting of the shop, present status, products handled, and return on investment with different margins earned on various product categories. This case helps in understanding the functioning of a retailer and the various issues involved in retail management. ... More

  7. State Civil Supplies Corporation: Retailing of Medicines

    Authors: Barua, Samir K; Raghunathan, V;

    Reference No: F&A0382 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: The case depicts a real-life situation primarily concerned with overstocking of inventory in a trading activity (retailing of medicines). Other issues that are effectively brought out in the case relate to the development of appropriate incentive schemes for the entire staff involved directly or indirectly with the operations and development ... More

  8. Madras Refineries Limited

    Authors: Murthy, L S; Satia, J K;

    Reference No: PROD0202 Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: Describes the inventory practices used by Madras Refineries with respect to crude and finished products (diesel, kerosene, aviation turbine fuel, etc.) inventory. The steps taken for managing inventory of crude are: continuous contact with suppliers, predicting availability of crude over a planning cycle, and taking corrective action in time. Close ... More

  9. Mayank's Dilemma

    Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

    Reference No: F&A0389 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: Introduces the various concepts of inflation accounting. It questions the assumptions behind generally accepted accounting principles, and explores other alternatives like current cost and purchasing power, and adjusted financial statements. The distinction between accounting income and economic income is highlighted. ... More

  10. Managing a Messy Task

    Authors: Gupta, Ranjit;

    Reference No: CMA0662 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: The case relates to mess management in an educational institute which is used by four hundred and fifty students and by four hundred non-supervisory staff who are unionized, frequently resorting to mass leave, campaigns and agitation. There is a mess committee represented by students, faculty, the warden and the staff ... More

  11. Shyam Lal and Associates

    Authors: Bhat, Ramesh;

    Reference No: F&A0396 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: The objective of this case is to discuss the time value of money and the role of discount rate in discounting procedure while evaluating any investment project or repayment schedule. The importance of concepts like present value and future value is discussed. Students are assigned to use factors like FVFn, ... More

  12. Indian Railways' Computerized Passenger Reservation System

    Authors: Jain, Rekha; Raghuram, G;

    Reference No: QM0213 Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: Computerization of the Passenger Reservation System (PRS) is a key strategy in the corporate plan (1985- 2000) of the Indian Railways. As a part of this strategy, computerized PRS had been implemented in Delhi, Madras, Bombay and Calcutta by the end of 1988. The PRS in the secondlevel cities of Hyderabad, ... More

  13. Jessani Bros

    Authors: Gupta, Ramesh;

    Reference No: F&A0387 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: By presenting a recent history of the firm, the case provides an opportunity to students to appreciate the environment in which operating and financial decisions are made. It is a comprehensive case dealing with ratio and fund analysis, operating cycle concept, setting up of targets, assessment of funds needs, and ... More

  14. Maharogi Sewa Samiti: Baba Amte's Ashram

    Authors: Bhatnagar, Deepti;

    Reference No: OB0177 Pages: 20 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: The case study deals with the emergence of Maharogi Sewa Samiti as an important institution in the field of leprosy treatment and rehabilitation. Starting with a thumbnail sketch of Baba Amte??the moving spirit behind the institution??the study traces the history of Maharogi Sewa Samiti from a small beginning ... More

  15. Central Equipment Company (CEC)

    Authors: Pandey, I M; Bhat, Ramesh;

    Reference No: F&A0394 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1988

    Abstract: The objective of this case is to identify and relate the factors which should be taken into account while making financing decisions. The case focuses on the EBITEPS analysis, degree of financial leverage, and degree of operating leverage. Factors like control, flexibility, and cash flow consequences are also highlighted. ... More

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