Reference No: OB0065TECPages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Four major issues on alienation, based on Kenneth Keniston's book, "The Uncommitted," are discussed. An individual can be alienated from almost anything. He can replace the old relationship by various other relationships. An individual can express alienation in a variety of ways. Alienation can be induced by a number of ... More
Reference No: OB0105TECPages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The concept of leadership is the relationship between an individual and a group. The note discusses the three significant styles of leadership and the emergent behaviour of the group: a) the authoritarian leadership, b) the democratic leadership, and c) the Laissez?faire leadership. Depending upon the individuals, tasks and situations, ... More
Reference No: P&IR0010Pages: 26Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with a conflict situation between Air India and its pilots, the pattern of work allocation, and what is now known as the "slip" system of operation. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0088Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with the problems of performance appraisal at the officer level. The system being used in the organization includes self- reporting, followed by ratings by the superior officer against a list of personality traits and job responsibilities. The organizational diagnosis indicates problems at the time of recruitment, work ... More
Reference No: OB0038TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: An organization is defined as a particular patterning of tasks, human skills or abilities, techniques, and formal roles. Thus, in analyzing an organization, it is useful to identify the properties of its tasks, members, techniques and structure, particularly to identify how these are related. What pattern of tasks, techniques, etc ... More
Reference No: OB0084TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note examines the nature of the traditional Jajmani system in terms of its underlying processes. It also examines the basic assumptions of interpersonal relationships between different economic dimensions of a village society. The note then extends the understanding of these processes and assumptions of interpersonal relationships to the study ... More
Reference No: P&IR0056(A)Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Premier Bank was nationalized in 1969 and grew rapidly between 1969 and 1972. The bank's activities were diversified and expanded to cover more areas, particularly rural. Over 2,500 new employees were added and 300 new branches opened in 1970- 72. A major reorganization of the organizational structure was also done so that the work could be ... More
Reference No: P&IR0086Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The case deals with the linkages between recruitment systems, selection methods, placement decisions and evaluation of performance on completion of the probationary period. The need for systematic diagnosis and planning at each stage is highlighted so that the overall effectiveness of each officer/department can be improved. ... More
Reference No: OB0082TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The article describes an approch and part of the technology of working with groups. The major focus is in exploring how to be a person with others and not reducing them to enches and shadows of one's own self. ... More
Reference No: OB0099TEC(Part I & II)Pages: 5, 4Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: During the process of socialization, an individual acquires his role identity. He learns the boundaries of the role, the "oughts," "musts" and the "shoulds" of the system. In terms of organizations, socialization can be interpreted as an attempt to modify previous behavioural dispositions of a new entrant. Failure to achieve ... More
Reference No: OB0076TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: This note deals with conforming behaviour and expectations. Having defined conformity and described the profile of a conformer, it goes into the relevance of the two for managerial actions like selection, promotion and placement. ... More
