Reference No: OB0086TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note attempts to highlight some of the definitions, theories, functions and the emergence of a leader. The issue whether the leader and leadership is a property of the group or is the characteristic of an individual is discussed. Fourteen functions that a leader can perform and its relationship with ... More
Reference No: COMM0013(B)Pages: 10Published on: 28, May, 2020
Abstract: After a tumultuous five months, Nestle India was exonerated in the Maggi crisis just in time for Diwali. Although the mood was one of vindication, the leadership team with Suresh Narayanan at the helm, knew they faced a major challenge to regain lost glory. Stock price had plummeted along with ... More
Reference No: COMM0013(A)Pages: 16Published on: 15, June, 2016
Abstract: The case describes the Maggi debacle faced by Nestle in India. On May 21, 2015, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ordered Nestle India to recall Maggi after confirming presence of high levels of lead and Mono Sodium Glutamate (MSG) in the product. The case traces the events in the Maggi crisis ... More
Reference No: OB0114Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Dr Shekhar joins Navjivan Enterprises as a Behavioural Scientist in the Personnel Department, and, within a month of joining, resigns and leaves the organization. The factors responsible for his resignation are examined through a series of interviews with Dr Shekhar, and a few others associated with his work. The case ... More
Reference No: COMM0018Pages: 6Published on: 21, August, 2017
Abstract: The case deals with the situation faced by Anuj Pathak who has returned to his home country after many years overseas. He is trying to settle into his new workplace and is keen to show results by getting his team to deliver. Knowing that he has a strong team of ... More
Reference No: OB0117TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses the conflict?cooperation problem in industrial settings. After a brief mention of the Lewinian theory of conflict, potential sources of industrial conflict as well as the ways and methods of reducing and resolving the industrial conflict have been suggested. Taking the position that conflict and cooperation are two extremes ... More
Reference No: OB0202-HindiPages: 2Published on: 30, April, 2008
Abstract: यह केस स्वयं एक पत्र का रूप है जो स्कूल के आचार्य एवं शिक्षकों के मध्य संचार बनाता है। आचार्य ने शिक्षकों को आदेश दिया था कि शिक्षकों को स्कूल में विराम के दौरान अपने फालतू समय के 20 मिनट्स स्कूल की केन्टीन में व्यतीत करने चाहिए और छात्रों के साथ बैठकर चाय लेनी चाहिए। शिक्षकों को यह आदेश क्रूर लगा और अनौपचारिक बैठक में अपनी पीड़ा व्यक्त करने में विफल रहने के बाद उन्होंने समूह में मिलकर आचार्य को सामूहिक पत्र लिखा कि उन्हें अपने कार्मिक खंड में ही चाय पीने दी जाये। आचार्य को यह पत्र पढ़कर काफी बुरा लगा और इस रुख में अडग रहीं। वह उन सभी से ऐसी अपेक्षा रखती हैं कि वे आदेश का पालन करें क्योंकि छात्र-शिक्षकों के बीच वह बड़ी अंतर्क्रिया देखना चाहती थी। ... More
Reference No: OB0202Pages: 2Published on: 30, April, 2008
Abstract: The case is in the form of an exchange of letters between the principal of a school and its teachers. The principal has ordered that teachers should spend their twenty minute free time during recess in the school canteen and have tea with the students. The teachers find the order ... More
Reference No: OB0231Pages: 12Published on: 8, June, 2018
Abstract: The case describes the dilemma faced by Meera Nair, chief manager at PhoenixWay – a consultancy firm that has successfully grown over the years. There is a silent conflict in the personalities, work styles and attitude of Meera Nair and Mohit Dubey, her contemporary looking after client relationships. Nair finds inconsistencies ... More
Reference No: HRM0242Pages: 23Published on: 27, February, 2019
Abstract: The case describes Cummins India’s journey of implementing a large scale change to bring about gender diversity and inclusion (D&I) in their organization. The case underscores how this journey from 7% female representation (professional cadre) in 2005 to over 30% representation in the span of 12 years necessitated some tough decisions and ... More
Reference No: OB0229TECPages: 9Published on: 14, March, 2018
Abstract: In our problems lie our greatest opportunities. Appreciative inquiry creates a dialogic environment that excites imagination. The appreciative conversations that take place one to one, in small groups, and in ever larger circles, serve to build trust and strengthen relationships allowing for the disruption of old patterns of thinking. This ... More
Reference No: OB0236Pages: 11Published on: 15, October, 2019
Abstract: The case describes the predicament of Aditya Kumar, Vice President of Marketing at Green Living India Technologies Private Limited (GLIT), an organisation working in arena of sustainable products and technology. Aditya Kumar, who has had an excellent academic background and a fast track promotion after seven months of joining the ... More
