Reference No: QM0203Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Presents a problem the Indian Railways faces in deciding to introduce superfast trains. It illustrates the need for a simulation analysis in a complex situation. ... More
Reference No: MAR0285(G)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The case presents a review of past research studies carried out for examining doctors' prescription behaviour and for determining promotional mix. It also gives a brief review of the company's marketing information system. It is useful for discussing alternative research methodologies/studies for the phenomenon of doctor's prescription behaviour. The ... More
Reference No: CMA0614TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Discusses the importance of credit planning, elements of planning strategy, steps in preparing credit plans, and role of lead banks in credit planning at the branch level. The objective is to make the reader aware of the environmental and other constraints which must be appreciated in planning the credit supply ... More
Reference No: F&A0369TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: This technical note shows application of the NPV rule under complicated investment situations. Specifically, it shows the use of the NPV rule in handling three types of investment problems: 1) projects with different lives; 2) investment timing; and 3) project replacement. ... More
Reference No: CMA0654TECPages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The issue of land reforms is gaining attention due to various challenges confronting us in agricultural and industrial fields. The paper reviews various implications of land reform for production employment, savings, marketed surplus, equity, etc. and traces the evolution of various measures from ancient times. Raises some issues which suggest ... More
Reference No: P&IR0172TECPages: 40 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Deals with the advantages of systematic selection, the process of screening, recruitment and selection. It also discusses various methods of selection and how selection decisions are taken. Finally, it raises some issues on selection, given the general socio- economic and legal environment in India. ... More
Reference No: CMA0603Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The early seventies witnessed clashes between the farmers and agricultural labourers throughout the country. In Bhojpur confrontations between the landless labourers led by Jagdish Mahto and the rich landlords broke into open clashes. In the beginning, peaceful means like demonstrations and processions were held by the labourers. But as they ... More
Reference No: CMA0622TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The term "rural" connotes the presence of a certain combination of characteristics. So long these characteristics are present, the society remains rural. The purpose of "rural development" would then be to remove/overcome the influence of these characteristics. This note describes, in brief, twelve characteristics which, individually and interactively, keep ... More
Reference No: CMA0612TECPages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Shows the importance of the project approach for development activities, and gives an introduction to the project cycle and a description of its stages. Feasibility criteria for judging the desirability of a project in an area are also given. The note also enumerates the desirable features of a good project ... More
Reference No: F&A0366Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Pertains to an actual debenture issue of Indian Rayon, and enables the user to employ NPV and IRR methods to evaluate the desirability of investing in the issue. The case also familiarizes the user with the concept of breakeven market price of shares to evaluate the attractiveness of the issue. ... More
Reference No: CMA0652TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The note provides excerpts from detailed case studies of impoverishment in drought-prone regions, pursued through a participant-observation method. Different dimensions of stress borne by poor households in risky regions are presented through ten caselets. ... 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
