Reference No: CMA0666Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case discusses some aspects of an "experiment" in educational innovation and rural development in a backward block-Jawaja in Ajmer district of Rajasthan. The experiment is still continuing; hence the observations presented are tentative, subject to such revisions as further experience may suggest. The case describes the formation of two ... More
Reference No: OB0176TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: Despite the pervasiveness of political behaviour in organizations (Indian organizations being no exception), it has only recently started receiving the attention of organization theorists and researchers. This note presents a conceptual framework for understanding political behaviour. It discusses the meaning of political behaviour and suggests some organizational influences and target ... More
Reference No: CMA0664TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: Team building is a group effort. However, teams are differentiated from groups. Teams possess only four of the essential elements of groups, viz. goal sharing, interdependence, commitment, and accountability. The team-building process, involves five stages of development: forming, storming, norming, performing, and adjourning. A team leader requires skills of both ... More
Reference No: F&A0390Pages: 1Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: Highlights the financial implications of convertible debentures, straight debentures and equity issues. The effect of capital structure on earnings per share is the focal point of the case. ... More
Reference No: MAR0293TECPages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: A field exercise to find out prices charged to consumers forms the basis of this note. An attempt was made by student researchers to conceptualize as to what considerations organizations take into account while fixing their prices and pricing strategies. The reasons for a much larger or smaller spread between ... More
Reference No: CMA0647TECPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The note is based on the experience of an IAS officer regarding social change in a hut construction programme in a west Indian district. It brings out issues in organizing change, political-bureaucratic interface; time frame for appraising individual risk, consequence of change, etc. ... More
Reference No: F&A0378Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The case deals with the following points: 1)To find how Reliable Texamill Limited (RTL) has raised funds to finance its activities in the past; 2)To evaluate RTL's estimate of bank borrowing for 1983, and its overall financial and operating plans; and 3)To explore the wisdom of proceeding with a rapidly expanding ... More
Reference No: CMA0644TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The note is based on the minutes of the district dairy union in a backward district during the period 1972 to 1982. The purpose is to analyse the challenge that an evolving loosely-coupled organization faces in an uncertain environment. The issues relating to the process of organizational evolution are given in Part ... More
Reference No: CMA0740TECPages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: The note deals with the structure and development of leather industry in India. A historical perspective is presented on the export performance of different leather products to different destinations and brings into focus the plight of the artisans belongings to schedule cast and schedule tribes.
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Reference No: F&A0377Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: An introductory exercise in cost accounting which helps students to view the elements of costs from three different perspectives: 1) on a functional basis?manufacturing, selling, administration, research and development, etc; 2) on a traceability basis?direct versus indirect; and 3) on a behavioural basis?fixed versus variable. It is presented in an ... More
Reference No: P&IR0170Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The case refers to the personnel policies of a large organization engaged in the tourism and hotel industry. Some of the major problems arising from the nature of the business are highlighted. The economic and social constraints on human resources management are also revealed by the case. ... More
Reference No: PROD0192(B)Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The case can be used for discussing an effective management control system for projects. Aspects such as selection of project team, preparation of network diagrams, budgeting, activity planning at the site, coding, reporting, etc can be discussed. ... More
Reference No: OB0172TECPages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Introduces the concept of transactional analysis. It discusses briefly the meaning and relevance of TA concepts like ego states, transactions, strokes, time structuring, games, psychological positions, and OK and not?OK managerial styles. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0168TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: This note describes some of the problems in the implementation of social change programmes and suggests a few strategies for taking care of these problems. ... More
Reference No: MAR0286Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Deals with the situation where a major retailer of consumer products is obtaining supplies through unauthorized channels. The problem is to motivate the retailer to deal with the authorized salesman and distributor. The case can be used for introducing issues pertaining to distribution channels and sales management. ... More