Reference No: MAR0085TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1969
Abstract: This note is a summary of the research project carried out in industrial concerns of Ahmedabad and examines the various functions of purchase management with regard to organizational patterns, information and reporting systems, major activities performed by purchase departments, their methods of buying and inventory management. An attempt is made ... More
Reference No: IMG0013TECPages: 11Published on: 24, July, 1996
Abstract: This is a set of about 20 slides prepared using Harvard Graphics for computerized projection purposes. It outlines ideas about core competence to facilitate operationalization of the concept by managers. Its coverage includes a) the core competence effect b) the dimensions of core competence c) the tests for core competence d) ... More
Reference No: OB0011Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This case raises issues related to the introduction and actualization of the method of objective tests in the selection of personnel for government agencies. ... More
Reference No: OB0086TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note attempts to highlight some of the definitions, theories, functions and the emergence of a leader. The issue whether the leader and leadership is a property of the group or is the characteristic of an individual is discussed. Fourteen functions that a leader can perform and its relationship with ... More
Reference No: GRC0001Pages: 18Published on: 21, December, 2009
Abstract: Sexual harassment at workplace is often ignored. The reasons may the fear of being fired, singled out, discriminated, nitpicking, being burdened with avoidable work, etc. There may be another serious reason which is of unavailability of an efficacious, just, fair and reasonable legal remedy. While making a decision, the courts ... More
Reference No: BP0156TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: As the Indian business community has to function within the constraints of the overall economic policy framework and regulations formulated by the states, this note briefly describes the various channels of access and influence employed by business groups in India, both individually and collectively, in the formulation of public policy ... More
Reference No: PSG0128Pages: 26Published on: 4, April, 2018
Abstract: The Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), established by the Government of India is one of the World’s Largest Social Security Organizations. The purpose of EPFO is to ensure social security for Industrial workers and their dependents. EPFO maintains more than 15 crore accounts of its members. Traditionally EPFO had been ... More
Reference No: F&A0253TECPages: 29Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Deals with the concepts, techniques and procedures for inventory valuation in a manufacturing organization. The note describes the two major systems of cost accounting job and process. Also, included in the note, are the different bases of costs for inventory valuation, viz. actual versus standard cost, and direct or variable ... More
Reference No: OB0204(B)Pages: 37Published on: 19, August, 2008
Abstract: In May 2005, the Wilh Wilhelmsen (WW) group took the decision of acquiring Unitor. The price was settled at 73.5 NOK. Despite obvious complementarity, it wasn't an easy decision. The acquisition had posed major challenges due to diversity in geographies, systems, products and markets. It was anticipated that this move would, mainly, ... More
Reference No: F&A0384Pages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case discusses accounting policy issues such as depreciation, deferred tax, capitalization of interests, etc. in a leasing company. It also provides an opportunity for financial analysis, inter firm comparison, evaluation of financial strategies and evaluation of share price. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0038(A)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1972
Abstract: Describes in a historical perspective the background of the management and employees, and gives an account of the industrial relations machinery existing in the organization before the management formally launched the personnel function. This case acts as background material for the subsequent cases. In itself, it lends itself to a ... More
Reference No: F&A0451Pages: 6 Published on: 26, April, 2000
Abstract: The case, set in the context of the Far-Eastern economic crisis, represents a complex total return swap. The deal is complex since it involves multiple currency, offshore investment vehicles, and back-to-back contracts. The case particularly highlights the inherent risks in such complex arrangements, which even the experts fail to see. ... More
