Reference No: P&IR0022(C)Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case deals with the organizational problems arising out of the request of two employees for mutual transfer. Case (A) describes the issues relating to the matter at the lowest level of management. As the matter is not solved at this level, it is taken to the second level of ... More
Reference No: OB0154TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The note discusses the need for training in organizations. It also points out some of the factors that could make training ineffective in organization. A brief discussion then follows on some of the more common types of training. Finally it indicates some of the problems and issues involved in the ... More
Reference No: F&A0214Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The case focuses on the identification of end-users of the corporation's financial statements and their information needs. The case examines the deficiencies of the corporation's Annual Report vis-a-vis the expectations of its end- users. It also deals with the role of auditors in attesting the corporation's accounts. ... More
Reference No: MAR0124TECPages: 16 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The note describes the marketing research scene in India, based on data provided by a few good marketing research agencies. It describes the kind of marketing research studies that are carried out by selected research agencies in India, and also gives relevant information about a few reputed agencies. It attempts ... More
Reference No: F&A0239Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The company changes its structure from a functional setup to a profit responsible product group setup so that top management can devote more time to future company policies. The case brings up issues relating to design considerations in structural reorganization in the context of the organization's variables and environmental factors. ... More
Reference No: OB0007TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Deals with the nature and functions of formal norms within organizations. An analysis of the norms leads to the introduction of the concept of bureaucracy and functions of rules within an organization. The note also discusses the power dimension within organizations and the corresponding commitment generated among members. Finally, the ... More
Reference No: OB0040Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes the problems arising from a district panchayat's decision to construct a percolation tank in a drought?prone village. This decision creates tension among the villagers whose lands are likely to be submerged. The case brings out the incompatibility between the engineering aspects and the socio?economic consequences ... More
Reference No: PSG0029Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: The case describes how the government formulated its policy on abortion. Until 1972 Indian law on abortion was based on the Indian Penal Code enacted about a century ago. In 1964 the Shah Committee was appointed to examine the question of legalization of abortion. In 1967, the committee recommended the liberalization of existing ... More
Reference No: P&IR0043(A)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case describes a series of minor and major acts of indiscipline committed by an employee of a large public sector organization over a period of fourteen years; records the action taken by the management on various occasions; describes the intention of the management to deal with the employee's conduct ... More
Reference No: P&IR0068(B)Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Reviews events in Indian Railways from February to June 1974. It raises some structural and process issues in the industrial relations system in Indian Railways. The role of the government as an employer is highlighted. ... More
Reference No: OB0101TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This note deals with the following: group versus individual controversy, definition and clarification of groups, and a preliminary discussion on group dynamics. Published research studies have been discussed. ... More
Reference No: F&A0223Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Describes the budget formulation and settlement process arising out of the consultants' recommendations for providing the required linkage between the corporate management's expectations and the potential and opportunities perceived by the operating and executive managements. The nature of participation and involvement of all levels of management from corporate management to ... More
Reference No: OB0014TECPages: 57Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This exercise is to demonstrate the effect of four types of sales orientations (product?centred, company?centred, consumer?centred, self?centred) on the decisional probabilities of four types of consumers (strong need, marginal need, no need, and negative need). This exercise is played in groups of eight. Each exercise contains ... More
Reference No: OB0047Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: Career description of an entrepreneur from a poor family and with little education. This case brings out the role of precipitating factors in the development of an entrepreneur and his decision?making processes. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0022(A)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1974
Abstract: This case deals with the organizational problems arising out of the request of two employees for mutual transfer. Case (A) describes the issues relating to the matter at the lowest level of management. As the matter is not solved at this level, it is taken to the second level of ... More
