Reference No: F&A0366Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Pertains to an actual debenture issue of Indian Rayon, and enables the user to employ NPV and IRR methods to evaluate the desirability of investing in the issue. The case also familiarizes the user with the concept of breakeven market price of shares to evaluate the attractiveness of the issue. ... More
Reference No: F&A0369TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: This technical note shows application of the NPV rule under complicated investment situations. Specifically, it shows the use of the NPV rule in handling three types of investment problems: 1) projects with different lives; 2) investment timing; and 3) project replacement. ... More
Reference No: F&A0370Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Highlights the determination of cash flows for investment analysis. Its main focus is on the treatment of interest on debt in computing projects' cash flows. ... More
Reference No: F&A0342Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: Discusses the considerations behind the bonus and dividend policy decisions, the complexities of these decisions, and their inter-dependence, more so in a profit declining situation. The implications of bonus decisions on future dividend policies are also illustrated. ... More
Reference No: F&A0350Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1981
Abstract: The case deals with the problem of deciding which product is to be produced and which department is to operate in order to minimize cost. Although no probabilities are introduced, the full solution requires working out relationships of output quantities with input quantities and input prices. ... More
Reference No: F&A0308Pages: 1Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with responsibility accounting. Using concepts of standard costing and variance analysis, the performance of four departments? purchasing, mixing, pellet- making and selling? can be delineated. Class discussion could cover the interdependence of the variances of different responsibility centres. ... More
Reference No: F&A0312(A)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: An introductory problem in process costing, covering four processes and three products. Introduces the concepts of transferred-in costs and equivalent units. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process and losses. ... More
Reference No: F&A0312(B)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Gives additional information on losses to correct the accounting treatment followed in Case (A), where losses are ignored. Introduces the concepts of standard loss, abnormal loss, and abnormal gain. Excludes treatment of opening work-in-process. ... More
Reference No: F&A0314Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with the use of relevant costs for analysis, and managerial decisions, in a joint product situation. Decisions involve choices between 1) alternative processes; 2) alternative uses of by product 3) new and old equipment; and 4) the activities to be pursued or dropped. Cost analysis could cover product line profitabilities and breakeven under ... More
Reference No: F&A0306Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Presents a problem in sales variance analysis. Total sales variance can be analyzed into price, quantity, and mix variances. Raises a special problem concerning quantity variance when the sales department sells more than what is produced. The variances can be worked out in three different units? revenue, profit, and contribution. ... More
Reference No: F&A0338Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1980
Abstract: An introductory case in internal auditing. The role and the detailed duties and responsibilities of the internal audit department are described. The department's utility and effectiveness are the issues for discussion. ... More
Reference No: F&A0329Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case deals with the preparation of financial statements i.e., profit and loss statement and the balance sheet for an engineering company. It also involves preparation of journal entries for adjustments to be made to the trial balance. The case is based on the published annual report of an ... More
Reference No: F&A0325Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Narrates the discussion between the managing director and the chief accountant of a forest development corporation regarding the commencement of a boat-building yard. It gives a detailed breakup of the price and cost structure of a typical 48-feet teakwood- based boat they intend to manufacture as an ongoing activity. Students ... More
Reference No: F&A0323Pages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The second of the set, this case describes the sales, stock, and production budgets and their final translation into a cash budget. Also describes the marketing information system being introduced to facilitate the budgetary control systems. ... More
Reference No: F&A0320Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case describes in detail the costing system of a handloom development corporation. The immediate problem faced by the organization is the apparent over pricing of its silk sarees and the resultant inventory build-up. Students can suggest revised prices and evaluate the system from the point of view of cost ... More
