Reference No: OB0098TECPages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note attempts to systematize some of the multiple definitions, meanings and approaches to socialization. The dominant matrix of socialization is the interplay of biogenic needs of the child and the cultural modes of meeting them. The concept of stages in terms of time and growth is central to the ... More
Reference No: P&IR0024Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Deals with an alleged act of indiscipline on the part of an employee in a large public sector corporation. Part A of the case gives some basic information about the charge of indiscipline against the employee as recorded by an officer. On the basis of this information, trainees can be ... More
Reference No: P&IR0109TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Describes several approaches and techniques of attitude measurement, like direct observation, self report, and attitude scales. The specific attitude scales described in some detail are: Thurstone's scale, Likert's scale, the Scalegram techniques, and the Semantic differential. The strengths and limitations of various attitude measurement techniques have also been examined. Is ... More
Reference No: PROD0129TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This note deals with incentives computation and the evaluation of the incentive scheme used in a firm manufacturing industrial explosives. The individual scheme used is the "work reward scheme" and the group scheme used is the "multifactor work reward scheme." In a situation where output is predominantly process?controlled, the ... 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: P&IR0037(E)Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1973
Abstract: This case follows Parts A to D of the case; describes the role of the state government's labour administration in the long drawn struggle between management and union described earlier; and provides some insights into the working of the labour administration in relation to the task of conflict resolution at ... More
Reference No: P&IR0145Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case deals with a situation of conflict leading to lockout in a company. After a comparatively peaceful existence for nearly fifteen years, the industrial relations situation started deteriorating. The internal as well as the external environment had undergone a radical change. A new union leader adopts the strategy of ... More
Reference No: OB0141TECPages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The concept of OD has been defined. Various Characteristics of OD have been discussed. Several interventions used in OD Programme are mentioned. Some issues in OD Programme are mentioned. Some issue in OD Work in India are also discussed. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0043(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes a series of minor and major acts of indiscipline committed by an employee of a large public sector organization over a period of fourteen years; records the action taken by the management on various occasions; describes the intention of the management to deal with the employee's conduct ... More
Reference No: P&IR0160Pages: 27 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Matsushita Electric of Japan is among the world's largest consumer electronics companies. Half of its sales and a quarter of its workers are, however, outside Japan. The case describes the operations of Novino Batteries, one of two nearly identical Matsushita joint ventures in India that were established in 1972. The case ... More
Reference No: OB0226TECPages: 14Published on: 19, May, 2017
Abstract: The purpose of this note is to help readers understand organisational structure better by making them recognize the intricacies of structure and its alignment with various other elements of organisation. We first introduce organisations as open systems, describe the elements of an organisation and stress the importance of alignment of ... More
Reference No: BP0170Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: Mr Soni, Branch Manager of Safe Bank, is called upon to handle an altercation between a bank employee and a client, which, while seemingly trivial, has the potential to turn into a union- management conflict. The situation unfolds itself in bits and pieces over two days and becomes a matter ... More
Reference No: OB0170TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This paper attempts to diagnose the possible causes of motivational deficit among employees in Indian organizations, and suggests what management should do in order to motivate employees for greater productivity and organizational effectiveness. Some of the organizational determinants of low work motivation among employees are: poor manpower planning in appropriate ... More
Reference No: P&IR0064(B)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Case (A) P&IR0064(A) pertains to the payment of bonus in a textile mill. By changing the method of calculating depreciation, the management reduces the quantum of bonus. This is objected by the union. A strike is averted by the timely intervention of the manager. In Case (B), both ... More
