Reference No: F&A0361TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: This note compares the conventional and the Arditti-Levy methods of measuring cash flows and discount rate. It proves that the conventional method is consistent with the wealth maximizing principle. ... More
Reference No: F&A0233(B)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1973
Abstract: The team of consultants engaged in defining L&T's businesses, and streamlining its management planning and control systems, identifies four major "product groups" as distinct businesses of L&T. The existing reporting system in relation to one of these four groups is described. The case seeks to identify the determinants ... More
Reference No: F&A0131TECPages: 14 Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The form and content of the profit and loss statement and related accounting concepts and conventions are described in this technical note. An actual profit and loss statement is used for illustrative purposes. The concepts covered include income realization and expense recognition. The note also describes the distinction between cash ... More
Reference No: COMM0025 Pages: 22Published on: 10, September, 2020
Abstract: On March 18, 2019, Yuvraj Mehta, head Corporate Brand Management & Communications (CBMC) at Larsen & Toubro (L&T), heard about negative media narratives against L&T, following a high-profile merger and acquisition (M&A) between the company and Mindtree. Some of the allegations against L&T were “hostile takeover” and “destruction of Mindtree’ ... More
Reference No: F&A0551Pages: 5Published on: 22, May, 2020
Abstract: The Institute of Skill Development and Training (ISDT) was established in 2009 by a Nashik based entrepreneur, Yogesh Kothari. ISDT started as a two-person operation in 2009, and has now grown into a 32-employee operation with presence in 18 states in India. ISDT provides training to opticians to improve their eye testing services. ... More
Reference No: F&A0233(I)Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: After developing the required understanding of a long range framework for more effective budgeting [described in L&T (D) and (E)], the General Manager (Finance) considers the time appropriate to have a hard look at the existing budgeting system in the organization. Several issues (e.g. the role of the ... More
Reference No: CMA0806TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 2002
Abstract: The capital-theoritic framework provides logical guide to incorporate changes in natural and environmental capital into the National Income Accounts. It is shown that the real Net National Product can, in principle, be estimated by subtracting from convetional GNP, the depreciation of man-made, natural, and environmental capital valued at their respective ... 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: F&A0530Pages: 9Published on: 30, March, 2016
Abstract: The case focuses on the key choices and decision issues that entrepreneurs face in the fast evolving mode of startup funding, known as 'crowdfunding'. It is centred around three products which vary significantly on many dimensions such as the level of innovativeness, risk, social good generated by the product, and ... More
Reference No: F&A0396Pages: 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
Reference No: F&A0297Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Presents a problem in the analysis of overhead variance. Variances have to be calculated based on the volume of output and the volume (labour hours worked). Finally, the controversy as to which of these two methods is right has to be resolved. ... More
Reference No: F&A0328Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with the mechanics of preparing the various books of accounts such as the cash book, sales day book, sales return book, purchase day book, purchase return book, journal proper, posting of the various transactions to the ledgers and preparation of "T" accounts, and preparation of trial balance and financial ... More
Reference No: F&A0548TECPages: 12Published on: 5, November, 2019
Abstract: The Technical Note analyses the impact of Indian Accounting Standard (Ind AS) 115 converged with International Financial Reporting Standard 15 on income recognition practices in Real Estate Sector. Indian Accounting Standard 115 was made applicable from April 2018. The Technical Note also analyses the implications of Ind AS 115 for the business and finance of ... More
Reference No: F&A0468Pages: 4Published on: 21, October, 2003
Abstract: Engineering Equipment and Electronics has had a good year. The transactions of the organization are given. The accounts of the company are to be finalized after considering certain unusual items pertaining to sale of business lines, foreign exchange related transactions and calculations of income taxes. ... More