Reference No: F&A0297Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Presents a problem in the analysis of overhead variance. Variances have to be calculated based on the volume of output and the volume (labour hours worked). Finally, the controversy as to which of these two methods is right has to be resolved. ... More
Reference No: BP0102Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case traces the life of an individual who runs away from home, is employed as a domestic servant and enters industry. His interactions with top management and two different types of personnel managers, and his emergence and eclipse as a trade union leader are traced. ... More
Reference No: PROD0132TECPages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Describes in detail the "systematic layout planning" technique of plant layout. Various steps involved in the use of the technique, i.e. product?quantity analysis, flow of materials analysis, analysis of activity relationship, construction of flow and/or activity relationship diagram, determination of space requirements, construction of space relationship diagram, ... More
Reference No: MAR0117TECPages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Describes the nature of measurement in marketing. The existing ways of measuring knowledge and attitude scaling techniques like Thurstone's law of comparative judgement, semantic differential scaling, Thurstone's differential scale and Q sort have been discussed. Aspects of validity and reliability, and methods for establishing them are included in the note. ... More
Reference No: BP0099TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The note describes early socialization of a child in an Indian family, child-rearing practices, and authority in an Indian family. It provides an opportunity for discussing Indian values and attitudes towards work, time, authority and organizational life. ... More
Reference No: PROD0128TECPages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Deals with the use of a process chart called "gang process chart" for improving the method when a group of workers is involved. The gang process chart helps to identify avoidable delays and movements in the process and also examine the possibilities of elimination/ combination of operations. The process being ... More
Reference No: P&IR0109TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Describes several approaches and techniques of attitude measurement, like direct observation, self report, and attitude scales. The specific attitude scales described in some detail are: Thurstone's scale, Likert's scale, the Scalegram techniques, and the Semantic differential. The strengths and limitations of various attitude measurement techniques have also been examined. Is ... More
Reference No: P&IR0094TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This note traces the influence of environmental factors on the evolution of an industrial relations strategy for a firm and distinguishes between collective bargaining postures and rigidities arising from ideological factors. ... More
Reference No: PROD0140TECPages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The note deals with problems of measurement of productivity at the firm level and aims at evolving possible methods for its measurement. The method actively considered involves the measurement of value added output and all inputs. ... More
Reference No: QM0080Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Studies Gujarati housewives' choice of cooking media, and is based on their answers to a questionnaire. Students are required to analyse the data to find out the housewives' preference for cooking media in a locality of Ahmedabad. ... More
Reference No: CMA0446TEC Pages: 6Published on: 11, August, 1977
Abstract: The note discusses the social, economic, cultural, and geographic details of the tribal areas in the country. The characteristics of the tribal village and its social setting, and factors responsible for change in these areas are discussed. The note is aimed at identifying the problems and constraints in the development ... More
Reference No: CMA0454TEC Pages: 15Published on: 25, November, 1977
Abstract: Deals with various concepts relating to technology (intermediate technology, appropriate technology, modern technology, obsolete technology, high and low technology, etc.) and steps involved in technology assessment. The steps in technology assessment are illustrated with a few examples. ... More
