Reference No: ECO0248TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The analytical structure underlying the note is the bottleneck model comprising savings, capital and foreign exchange constraints. The structure and growth of the Indian economy are analyzed against this background of the bottleneck model to provide the starting point for a more detailed examination of it. ... More
Reference No: ECO0244TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Designed to introduce participants to the relevant aspects of business and economic environment. The note examines these aspects, and also, how an intending entrepreneur can utilize his knowledge to start an industrial unit. It, therefore, suggests how environment understanding can be used as a tool. ... More
Reference No: ECO0243Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This case presents the problems in business policy of a smallscale manufacturer of the hubs for bicycles. The problems faced in export marketing by this unit are treated in the framework of the total market for the product. Special focus is put on the linkages between allocating the output ... More
Reference No: ECO0242TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Emphasizes the importance of systematic research in the framework of the relevant export-marketing environment for formulating export business strategy at the firm level. It explains the concepts of "export market environment" and "export business strategy" and points out some important decisions that a corporate unit planning export marketing has to ... More
Reference No: ECO0218TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Provides an outline of the broad methodology adopted by the Central Statistical Organization for estimation of India's national income by industry of origin. It also examines the trends in the distribution of net domestic product in India by industry of origin during the period 195051 to 197273 and compares the same with ... More
Reference No: ECO0221TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Describes the main features of the Prime Minister's new economic programme, announced on 1st July 1975. Also, tries to relate the new economic programme with the national programme of minimum needs incorporated in the Fifth Plan. Makes a brief critical appraisal of both. ... More
Reference No: ECO0215TECPages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note discusses the rationale, mechanisms and effects of importing capital and technology for a developing economy. It then presents the trends and characteristics of foreign collaboration in Indian industries with particular reference to the problem of international transfer of technology. Finally, it briefly examines the effects of foreign collaboration ... More
Reference No: ECO0217TECPages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note discusses the export policy of the Government of India as it evolved over the period 1950 onwards. It is divided into four parts. The first part deals with the export policy during the first decade of planning. The second part examines the export promotion policy followed during that particular ... More
Reference No: ECO0224TECPages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note describes how Marx related simple economic concepts to the analysis of the process of development under capitalism. He pointed out that the capitalist system would develop certain internal contradictions, ultimately resulting in the collapse of the system itself, and giving way to socialism. The note includes explanation of ... More
Reference No: ECO0223TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note discusses the environmental implications of the process of rapid industrialization. It is divided into four parts. The first part deals with the concepts of ecology and environment. The second part examines the relationship between environmental deterioration and the limits to growth. The third part examines the costs of ... More
Reference No: ECO0211TECPages: 11 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note primarily explains and attempts to integrate the common concepts and techniques used in the analysis of industrial location. Starting with the various objectives of locational analysis, the note explains, with the help of simple diagrams, the concepts of space cost curves and space revenue curves, and the elements ... More
Reference No: ECO0206TECPages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The note contains the following: (a) A discussion of the various components of a time series, viz. secular trend, seasonal fluctuations, cyclical variations and irregular or random movements. (b) A methodology of decomposition of a time series into its four components. (c) Decomposed series of money supply in India. (d) ... More
Reference No: ECO0162Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1973
Abstract: The case discusses the price parity problems faced by a metal refining company. In doing this, It takes as its background certain policy decisions at the national level and some international development in the market for metals. The metals discussed are lead and antimony ... More
Reference No: ECO0156Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: The case represents the transition of an agency house into a modern business establishment and its diversification into a variety of products. In the class, the case was used to establish a link between the 18th century business environment with that of the 19th century. ... More