Reference No: ECO0027Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1970
Abstract: An outline of the steps necessary to establish an industrial undertaking in India. The student is asked "Is there an economic rationale for these regulations ? Are there effective constitutional restanraints in the scope of these regulation ?"
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Reference No: PROD0173TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1982
Abstract: This note reviews the developments in the field of multiple?criteria decision-making (MCDM) together with developments in related areas such as utility theory and decision theory. Multiple criteria problems and basic approaches to solve these problems are mentioned. Direct estimation approach and interactive approach for estimating decision?makers' preferences are ... More
Reference No: OB0228TECPages: 11Published on: 6, November, 2017
Abstract: Over the course of evolution, humankind has become so absorbed in overcoming external challenges that we have neglected our need to focus on our inner challenges. If we focus on our Inner Game, it is likely that we will evolve to understand human development and the inner skills that one ... More
Reference No: OB0057Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case deals with the problems of implementation of a managerial decision to reward a highly efficient employee of a district panchayat. While the top administrators responsible for evaluating the person clearly recommend the award, the issue gets indefinitely delayed due to procedural questions raised by a superior agency and ... More
Reference No: ECO0304TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: An introductory exposition of the theory of choice under uncertainty is given. Risk, risk aversion, and behaviour in risky situations is discussed. ... More
Reference No: PROD0178TECPages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1983
Abstract: Deals with various aspects of short interval scheduling (SIS) such as significance and applications in various areas like production planning and control, fabrication and assembly work, maintenance, engineering work, clerical operations, and material handling. Management reporting in an SIS environment is also dealt with. ... More
Reference No: OB0093TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note suggest why a change agent needs to develope a political model of organizational functioning and how he can go about it. The process of emergence and change in social structures in the organization, interest articulation at individual and group level, decision making to resolve conflicting demands, implementation of ... 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: PROD0189TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Discusses the estimation of cost in project situations at various points in time. Also discusses coding to facilitate reporting and control of costs, and the cost accounting procedure for the project situation. ... More
Reference No: BP0179TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The purpose of this note is to answer the following questions: (a) How to identify the relevant environment of one's company? (b) What are the sources of environmental information? (c) How can one forecast the development in the environment? (d) How does one interpret the information so collected? (e) How ... More
Reference No: P&IR0132TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note briefly outlines the two basic learning models, viz., the classical conditioning model and the operant conditioning model. It points out that the use of one or the other model changes the focus of training programmes. Training guidelines based on the models are outlined. ... More
Reference No: F&A0286TECPages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Shareholders, banks, financial institutions, internal management, government and others can usefully analyze the financial information contained in financial reports and statements. A commonly used technique for analyzing financial reports and statements is the ratio analysis technique. The note describes the concept of ratios, various types of ratios, effective use of ... More
Reference No: OB0158TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The note discusses the concept, theories and practice of collective bargaining in India. The concept of bargaining involves to sides in the industry-management and unions. It concerns not only the distributive aspects of industrial situation but also the integrative view about the problems facing the industry. The not reviews the ... More
