Reference No: BP0227Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The company had initiated a night orderly officer system when the company started to supplement the night security system. For many years the practice continued even after a full-fledged security system was established. The personnel manager wants to review the system. ... More
Reference No: F&A0411(A)Pages: 26 Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The focus of the case is on the entry strategy of Spartek Ceramics India Limited., especially product selection, technology, marketing, and financial strategies of a start-up venture. It examines the alternative growth strategies open to the company in the context of changing industry structure and increased competition. The case also ... More
Reference No: BP0228TECPages: 29Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: Educational evaluation is defined as the measurement and appraisal of a comprehensive range of educational objectives, defined in terms of student behaviour, through the use of a variety of techniques. Student evaluation helps the teacher in adapting his instruction to the students' needs and in giving proper guidance. This note ... More
Reference No: F&A0411(B)Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The case focuses on the emergence of Neycer as an acquisition target for Spartek. The case would seek discussion of Neycer's background, how it became a takeover target, the strategic fit between Neycer and Spartek, and valuation of Neycer for acquisition. The case could extend discussions on the details of ... More
Reference No: OB0186TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: This note describes the basic steps of psychological test construction in terms of its psychometric dimensions. These are: test specification and item selection, item analysis, tests of reliability and validity, test standardization, and objectivity. ... More
Reference No: F&A0408Pages: 25Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: BHEL is a very large public sector company employing about 75,000 employees and about Rs. 10,000 crore capital. In the beginning of 1986, the company was considering its long term strategy of changing its business portfolio mix in a way that it could help to maintain the company's high growth with profitability and ... More
Reference No: BP0220(B)Pages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: This case describes the organizational process of formulating the first corporate plan of Power Projects and Products Limited. The role and contribution of various committees and task forces in preparing the first plan are described. Mr Rajaram, a corporate planning consultant, is required to evaluate the process of planning at ... More
Reference No: BP0219Pages: 38Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: This is a case in social marketing and consumer marketing of condoms and the business strategies being followed by three condom manufacturers -- London Rubber Company (I), Hindustan Latex Limited, and Lorcom (Protectives) Ltd. These three companies belong to different sectors--private, public, and joint sector. ... More
Reference No: BP0217(A)Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: This case describes the situation faced by Phiroz Poonawalla, a partner in Union Steel Industries. His company is sick. The characteristics of the products, markets, technology, and location of the company are described. The past actions taken by him are presented. Phiroz Poonawalla is required to diagnose the causes of ... More
Reference No: BP0224Pages: 27Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: The focus of this case is on a service industry which operates as an enterprise. The case focuses on the mission, strategy, structure, systems, skill, and staff of the organization. This case can be used for discussing the 7-S framework. ... More
Reference No: BP0214TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: This note describes the experience of using games as pedagogy. In the first part, the outcome of a game played in the class is described. In the second, the suitability of games as pedagogy for different groups of participants and subject matter is discussed. ... More
Reference No: BP0220(C)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: This case describes the system developed by Power Projects and Products Limited for identifying and evaluating opportunities for the company. The senior management team at the company is required to evaluate the system and decide whether to accept it or not. ... More
Reference No: OB0184(C)Pages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1990
Abstract: This case describes the various systems like recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and control used by Natural Resources Corporation to manage its people and the feelings of the people working at different levels in the company. A team of consultants is required to evaluate the people management processes in the company ... More
