Reference No: ECO0327TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1992
Abstract: The note discusses: (a) various income concepts such as GNP, GDP, National Income, Private Income, Personal Income, and Personal Disposable Income, and highlights their differences as well as differences between real and nominal incomes; (b) various economic units and circular flow of income among them; (c) various approaches to the ... More
Reference No: CMA0624TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The meaning and origin of the concepts of environment and ecology are traced. Reasons for enhanced concern for environmental consequences of development projects are discussed in the context of the basic functions of the biosphere and their relationship with man. The importance of natural environment is also brought out in ... More
Reference No: PROD0031Pages: 37Published on: 1, January, 1966
Abstract: The increasing cost of maintenance of the company's large generating station is worrying the management. The case describes maintenance planning and control procedures in all its different sections, viz. boiler houses, turbine sections, cooling towers, etc. The budgets and cost control procedures are also given. The student is required to ... More
Reference No: MAR0219TECPages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Explains how advertising helps to bridge the communication gap between producers and consumers. Personal selling and advertising are two forms of business communications to which consumers respond. Advertising is done in a nonpersonal manner through intermediaries or media. The function of advertising is to contribute towards the greater availability ... More
Reference No: F&A0083(A)Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1968
Abstract: The case describes a reporting system based on an Indian technique known as "parta" which is similar to the "contribution" theory. The difference between "parta" and "contribution", and the question whether the former is better in the Indian context, are discussed in class. Further, a better reporting system with a ... More
Reference No: MAR0434Pages: 29Published on: 18, June, 2014
Abstract: Set in the Venture Capital space in India in 2008. The case looks at Helion which has $350 million to invest and is looking to make the right choice of 1) segment to target (industry sectors and type of entrepreneur) and 2) the marketing activities required to position Helion to attract the target customer ( ... More
Reference No: BP0364TECPages: 9Published on: 5, October, 2013
Abstract: A contract is entered into by the parties to ensure certainty, but it does not ensure certainty due to several reasons. Act of God and anything beyond the control of the parties is covered by the ‘force majeure’ clause and is recognised by law of contracts. There may be uncertainty ... More
Reference No: BP0441Pages: 11Published on: 31, March, 2020
Abstract: The case study of Price Waterhouse Bangalore’s audit of Satyam Computer Services Limited is an instructive one with respect to the liability of auditors under SEBI regulations. The series of decisions arising from Price Waterhouse’s audit of Satyam shed light on the jurisdiction of the Securities and Exchange ... More
Reference No: P&IR0106TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Discusses the concept of job enrichment and its relevance to Indian conditions. Independent survey results are discussed to show its importance and need, as also its limitations and the precautions one should take before implementing the job enrichment programme. ... More
Reference No: BP0106Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Focuses on: How does one evaluate a given strategy? How does an organization exploit different opportunities? What are the abilities of the organization to take risks? What are the critical areas in a given situation and how do these affect corporate performance? ... More
Reference No: ECO0237Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case discusses how the passing of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act affects the working of the smallscale chemical units located in the Industrial Estate at Nandesari. ... 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: BP0099TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The note describes early socialization of a child in an Indian family, child-rearing practices, and authority in an Indian family. It provides an opportunity for discussing Indian values and attitudes towards work, time, authority and organizational life. ... More
Reference No: F&A0423TECPages: 7Published on: 8, February, 1996
Abstract: This note discusses portfolio theory and the principles of diversification; the role of market model assumptions in simplifying the portfolio selection problem; and the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) as an equilibrium condition flowing from portfolio theory. ... More