Reference No: OB0194TECPages: 6Published on: 20, May, 2003
Abstract: Values, beliefs and attitudes have specific meanings but are often used interchangeably in popular literature and in common parlance. This note defines values, beliefs and attitudes and explains their meaning and classification. It further distinguishes between values, beliefs and attitudes and clarifies their usage when applied to social and organizational ... More
Reference No: BP0395Pages: 12Published on: 12, July, 2017
Abstract: The case deals with an Urban Cooperative Bank situated in Ahmedabad, known as Ahmedabad Peoples Urban Cooperative Bank (APUCB). The bank had come under the scanner of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) during 2009 because of mismanagement. It had failed to resolve its liquidity crisis even after the Reserve Bank of ... More
Reference No: BP0125TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The note provides background material for class discussion on the constitutional blueprint of the Indian society. It discusses the preamble and the controversy between the Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles. It is meant for leading the discussion to the question: What has happened to the working of the blueprint which ... More
Reference No: PSG0078Pages: 35Published on: 15, April, 1999
Abstract: Though philanthropic activities are age old, in recent times, private service institutions have been acknowledged, both, by the people and the state, for the service they render. However, the accountability of such institutions is yet to be explored, from a service point of view. Though it will not add directly ... More
Reference No: OB0058(C)Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1967
Abstract: The case describes the interactions of the department heads in a group meeting. Although the meeting is supposed to be task oriented, a lot of interpersonal issues and inter?group tensions colour the discussions. The case helps to focus attention on the above issues before any reorganization is suggested. ... More
Reference No: OB0151(B)TECPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The Part B of the note consists of the evaluation of the recommendation made by the study groups on Labour legislation appointed by the National Commission on Labour. ... More
Reference No: CMA0152(B)Pages: 7Published on: 6, November, 1968
Abstract: The case goes further into the activities of the Sarangpur ICD and illustrates how administrative decisions can be made more viable. In the text, the project officer is concerned about the cost of artificial insemination in his project. The text brings out the problem of choice between intensification of distribution ... More
Reference No: BP0167Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Sets out an industrialist's response to demands, pressures, and threats to help the Congress Party financially during the Emergency. After briefly introducing the subject of political finance by businesses, the first part discusses the relevant political environment during Emergency, the industry and the industrialist, and the types and nature of ... More
Reference No: OB0044Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case describes the leadership and behavioural style of the owner?manager of a medium?sized but growing company. Some background information on him is given to attempt a psychological interpretation of his behaviour. A few alternative models can be tried for this interpretation. ... More
Reference No: OB0103TECPages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This note describes the main elements of the social and political environment within which the modern administrator works; brings out some of the culture continuities built into Indian society in spite of the process of modernization in all walks of life, and especially focuses on the power distribution within the ... 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: 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: BP0158TEC(C)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note discusses the ministerial control of public enterprises. It lists powers of the ministry with regard to the boards of directors and the effectiveness of this control. The note also discusses the empirical relationships between the concerned ministry and the public undertakings. ... More
Reference No: PSG0098(A)Pages: 44Published on: 5, April, 2006
Abstract: Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) is the first airport in the joint sector, with large-scale public participation. The new airport project was conceived as an alternative to the then existing naval airport, which was not capable of handling wide-bodied aircraft due to runway limitations. The Cochin airport project throws up ... More
Reference No: OB0065TECPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Four major issues on alienation, based on Kenneth Keniston's book, "The Uncommitted," are discussed. An individual can be alienated from almost anything. He can replace the old relationship by various other relationships. An individual can express alienation in a variety of ways. Alienation can be induced by a number of ... More
