Reference No: F&A0120Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The general manager has to determine proper criteria for deciding the optimum size of the advertisement appropriation. The case raises the controversy between the advertising manager, who prefers reporting of expenses by advertising activity, and the cost accountant, who prefers accounting and reporting by expense heads. The procedures for compilation ... More
Reference No: QM0035(A)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case deals with the suitability of a costing system for a small manufacturer who needs costing information on practically all types of business decisions. However, an elaborate costing system is expensive and involves a lot of record- keeping. The case facilitates discussion on installing the costing system. ... More
Reference No: MAR0080Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: This case deals with the problems of an overseas customer. Various problems arising out of exporters' lack of knowledge about the importing country, customer expectations in the overseas market, and the shipping arrangement for transporting the goods to the market are emphasized. The intricacies of customer relationship and problems of ... More
Reference No: F&A0149Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Brings out the initial problems in establishing a factory; helps in analyzing the technical feasibility and other aspects relating to establishing a business; and provides an opportunity to discuss the importance of strategic planning and its implementation. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0025(B)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Cases (B) P&IR0026(B) and (C) P&IR0026(C) are about fixation of working hours and workload and payment of overtime for the technical supervisory staff. They also lead to an examination of some aspects of bureaucracy in the organization. Case (C) P&IR0026(C) is given for discussion ... More
Reference No: CMA0112Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Deals with administrative relationships between an official and a business cooperative organization. Discusses how formally structured relationships change and how informal relationships develop, shows the conflict that arises out of formal and informal relationships. ... More
Reference No: OB0018Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case situation is intended to bring out three primary processes: a) the group process, e.g. how groups are formed??criteria, choices, goals, etc, b) the intergroup phenomenon, e.g. dominance, power, sources of conflict, etc and c) given (a) and (b), how is the choice of a leader ... More
Reference No: F&A0069Pages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The management determines their costing system's suitability for their foundry operation so that they can determine the price they should pay for buying castings from outside sources. Costing information is also required for fixing the selling prices of the end- products. The case provides material for discussing the relevant costs ... More
Reference No: F&A0117Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The case is intended for two class sessions. In the first session, the organizational problems of introducing change in the form of a new cost accounting system in an orthodox situation could be discussed. In the second session, the various "procedural systems" which should be introduced as a prerequisite for ... More
Reference No: ECO0100Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: The note discusses the interaction between accelerator and the multiplier. The material in the note is based on two major sources on business cycles. The sources are acknowledged in the note. ... More
Reference No: BP0014(E)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: This case is an addition to the existing series of the Mahanagar Municipal Dairy. It provides an opportunity to review the past years operation and discussion on the current problem created due to squeeze in the selling and purchasing prices of milk. ... More
Reference No: F&A0106Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Deals with the problems of a small manufacturer of engineering equipment. He needs more funds to carry through an expansion programme, essential for improving the profitability. The case also provides an opportunity for indicating the interrelationship of marketing and production functions, with financial policies. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0077(A)Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: Case (A) is about the emergence and behaviour of two unions socialist and communist in an American firm of architects and engineers. It raises discussions on several industrial relations, issues, such as union recognition, inter union rivalry, union pressures, management response, etc. The class is expected to think aloud on ... More
