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Authors: V Raghunathan;

Reference No: F&A0366 Pages: 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

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0375 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1985

Abstract: Describes how inefficiencies and/or fraudulent practices seem to exist in several areas?procurement, processing, inventory, pricing, sales, etc. A newly recruited young MBA is asked to look into the problem areas by one of the oner Vice Presidents. After a preliminary investigation, the MBA is wondering what to do. ... More

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Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

Reference No: F&A0373 Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1985

Abstract: The accountant believes that one of the products, twenty- litre grease container, does not fetch a price adequate to cover its costs. With the anticipated fall in volume she expects the unit cost to rise even higher. The issue requires understanding of relevant costs, cost-volume- profit relationship and contribution- based ... More

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0370 Pages: 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

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0368TEC Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1985

Abstract: Deals with the problem of evaluating investment proposals under inflationary conditions. It shows the adjustments to be made in cash flows and the discount rates to incorporate the effect of inflation in investment decisions. ... More

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Authors: Shukla, P R;

Reference No: PROD0189TEC Pages: 7 Published 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

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0360TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1983

Abstract: The note discusses the concept and measurement problems of cost of capital in nontechnical language. ... More

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0361TEC Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1983

Abstract: This note compares the conventional and the Arditti-Levy methods of measuring cash flows and discount rate. It proves that the conventional method is consistent with the wealth maximizing principle. ... More

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0363TEC Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1983

Abstract: The note adopts an analytical approach for describing the various dimensions of the credit policy. It specifically focuses on issues such as credit standard, collection policy and discounts, and bad debt losses. ... More

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Authors: V Raghunathan; Barua, Samir K;

Reference No: F&A0354 Pages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1982

Abstract: Illustrates the approach to inventory management when the production rate is finite and the shortage cost too is finite. It brings out the fact that, in some situations, consciously allowing for shortages may be the optimum strategy. ... More

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0359 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1982

Abstract: The case has three objectives: 1) to give students practice in identifying relevant flows in the context of capital investment decisions; 2) to understand the process of computing NPV, IRR and payback; and 3) to see the impact of cash flow timing and inflation on investment criteria such as IRR and NPV. ... More

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Authors: V Raghunathan; Barua, Samir K;

Reference No: F&A0353 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1982

Abstract: The case is meant to illustrate the basic concepts of inventory management. Some knowledge of EOQ is necessary. It throws light on variable lead times, discount on items purchased, and the two systems of managing inventory?the continuous review and the periodic review systems. ... More

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Authors: Pandey, I M;

Reference No: F&A0348 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1981

Abstract: Describes the capital budgeting process followed by one of the largest companies in India - TISCO. It gives an account of the practical aspects of investment analysis. The difficulties in using the sophisticated investment techniques are also highlighted. ... More

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Authors: Jaikumar, V;

Reference No: F&A0341 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1980

Abstract: Raises the issue of the impact on production when an item is repeatedly produced because of the increasing efficiency of workers due to learning (or experience). ... More

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