Reference No: F&A0306Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Presents a problem in sales variance analysis. Total sales variance can be analyzed into price, quantity, and mix variances. Raises a special problem concerning quantity variance when the sales department sells more than what is produced. The variances can be worked out in three different units? revenue, profit, and contribution. ... More
Reference No: F&A0394Pages: 4Published 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 EBIT EPS analysis, degree of financial leverage, and degree of operating leverage. Factors like control, flexibility, and cash flow consequences are also highlighted. ... More
Reference No: F&A0314Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with the use of relevant costs for analysis, and managerial decisions, in a joint product situation. Decisions involve choices between 1) alternative processes; 2) alternative uses of by product 3) new and old equipment; and 4) the activities to be pursued or dropped. Cost analysis could cover product line profitabilities and breakeven under ... More
Reference No: F&A0461Pages: 5Published on: 24, May, 2000
Abstract: The case deals with strategy for generation of resources and accounting for those resources in a non-profit setting. It deals with a situation where corpus fund has to be effectively managed to guard against inflation and at the same time provide enough leeway to carry out the basic objectives of ... More
Reference No: F&A0325Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Narrates the discussion between the managing director and the chief accountant of a forest development corporation regarding the commencement of a boat-building yard. It gives a detailed breakup of the price and cost structure of a typical 48-feet teakwood- based boat they intend to manufacture as an ongoing activity. Students ... More
Reference No: F&A0339(B)Pages: 39Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Analyses, interprets and illustrates many aspects of the concepts and practices of financial management. The case facilitates discussion of: 1) conversion of a private limited company into a public limited company; 2) public issue; 3) stock exchange listing; 4) cost of capital; 5) capital expenditure planning; 6) capital structure planning; 7) analysis of business and financial risks ... More
Reference No: F&A0530TECPages: 14Published on: 30, March, 2016
Abstract: Crowfunding is a relatively new way of raising capital for early stage entrepreneurial ventures. It involves raising funds from a large number of individuals in small denominations. The note discusses various aspects of the different forms of crowfunding. It describes the mechanics involved in the most popular form of crowfunding ... More
Reference No: F&A0215Pages: 37Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: Deals with the Ministry of Tourism's (and the consultant's) efforts to assess the profitability and performance of the hotel industry. An attempt to develop "uniform accounting" formats and a scheme of "inter- firm comparison" is described. Both involve controversial judgements by the consultant. A complex set of actual financial statements ... More
Reference No: F&A0366Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Pertains to an actual debenture issue of Indian Rayon, and enables the user to employ NPV and IRR methods to evaluate the desirability of investing in the issue. The case also familiarizes the user with the concept of breakeven market price of shares to evaluate the attractiveness of the issue. ... More
Reference No: F&A0252Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This is an introductory note on management accounting, with particular reference to cost accounting. It describes the need for managerial accounting information, the purpose for which managerial accounting information can be used, the nature of the managerial accounting process and its interrelationship with other fields of knowledge, and the role ... More
Reference No: F&A0378Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The case deals with the following points: 1)To find how Reliable Texamill Limited (RTL) has raised funds to finance its activities in the past; 2)To evaluate RTL's estimate of bank borrowing for 1983, and its overall financial and operating plans; and 3)To explore the wisdom of proceeding with a rapidly expanding ... More
Reference No: F&A0298Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: A comprehensive case in cost analysis for management decisions in a joint cost situation. This is a modified version of the "Co co Seed Oil Company"F&A0254 case on the same topic.Unlike the earlier version where the price needs to be computed from a given set of cost ... More
Reference No: F&A0390Pages: 1Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: Highlights the financial implications of convertible debentures, straight debentures and equity issues. The effect of capital structure on earnings per share is the focal point of the case. ... More
Reference No: F&A0312(A)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: An introductory problem in process costing, covering four processes and three products. Introduces the concepts of transferred-in costs and equivalent units. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process and losses. ... More
