Reference No: QM0154Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case is concerned with setting up a relational data base management system for a hypothetical but realistic application. The application is to provide a query answering capability for a teaching institute for students, grades, courses and instructors. ... More
Reference No: CMA0545Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case deals with the decision-making criteria about the choice of the alternative energy sources for lift irrigation in semi-arid regions. The decision-making process and alternatives are focused both in relation to the farmers (i.e., the consumers) and the manufacturers or dealers (i.e., the markets of irrigation pumps, ... More
Reference No: MAR0238Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case describes the implementation problems of the cash credit scheme for handloom cooperatives. The scheme disburses central funds through local cooperative banks under state handloom officials' supervision. Three conversational situations describe the operating problems when the scheme is put into action. ... More
Reference No: BP0139Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The bio-data of three students who were interviewed for the position of management trainee (non-technical) are provided for reading before hearing a tape-recording of the interviews. ... More
Reference No: BP0155Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Describes the difficulties encountered by a large packaging containers manufacturer who had not responded to environmental changes in time. It provides an opportunity for discussing the relationship between an enterprise and its environment, as also the need to take strategic action to keep the two well-balanced. ... More
Reference No: F&A0329Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case deals with the preparation of financial statements i.e., profit and loss statement and the balance sheet for an engineering company. It also involves preparation of journal entries for adjustments to be made to the trial balance. The case is based on the published annual report of an ... More
Reference No: CMA0483Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case raises several questions about how to prioritize the relative importance of credit and non-credit factors in promoting fertilizer use. It also discusses the relative importance of two types of short-term agricultural credit - direct and indirect. These questions are posed with a view to understanding the contribution of ... More
Reference No: MAR0229Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Pond's (India) Limited is a public limited company manufacturing and marketing toiletries and cosmetics and competes in the skin preparations segment of this market with its wellknown products. This case discusses the development of Pond's Dreamflower Talc campaigns in detail. It also gives a summary of the advertisements of ... More