Reference No: BP0197Pages: 24Published on: 1, January, 1987
Abstract: This case describes the information, planning, and control systems deployed by the Syndicate Agricultural Foundation and the Syndicate Bank for implementing their farm clinic programme. Background information has been given to enable students to appreciate the context of the systems described. ... More
Reference No: F&A0389Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: Introduces the various concepts of inflation accounting. It questions the assumptions behind generally accepted accounting principles, and explores other alternatives like current cost and purchasing power, and adjusted financial statements. The distinction between accounting income and economic income is highlighted. ... More
Reference No: F&A0396Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The objective of this case is to discuss the time value of money and the role of discount rate in discounting procedure while evaluating any investment project or repayment schedule. The importance of concepts like present value and future value is discussed. Students are assigned to use factors like FVFn, ... More
Reference No: CMA0667Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: Six sets of situations have been reproduced from "The Rural University: Experiment in Educational Innovation" to identify four types of risks, viz. technical, economic, social, and environmental. The case analysis suggests that there could be at least three propositions about "risk and rural entrepreneurship." These are: 1) In any set of ... More
Reference No: OB0174TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: Discusses the characteristics of perceptual processes, and the role of the object, situation and the perceiver in influencing perception. Some common human tendencies that can distort perception are discussed. ... More
Reference No: BP0203TECPages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The note traces the development of the case method of study and its application today in management education. Both the prescriptive and practical aspects of the method are discussed. The case method is compared with the traditional teaching methods and more recent innovative methods such as role-plays. The focus of ... More
Reference No: F&A0387Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: By presenting a recent history of the firm, the case provides an opportunity to students to appreciate the environment in which operating and financial decisions are made. It is a comprehensive case dealing with ratio and fund analysis, operating cycle concept, setting up of targets, assessment of funds needs, and ... More
Reference No: CMA0674Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case describes how two farmers in a village seek crop loan from a branch of a nationalized bank. Information is provided on stock of capital, sale of farm produce, purchases of inputs and services, and generation and use of liquidity in addition to general information about farm households. The ... More
Reference No: QM0214Pages: 15Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: This case pertains to a decision situation faced by the Director, Christian Medical College and Hospital, Vellore, regarding computerization, specifically, the choice of mini computer systems with many terminals or local area networks for implementing the recommendations of the internal core committee for computerization. The computer system at CMC Vellore ... More
Reference No: F&A0394Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The objective of this case is to identify and relate the factors which should be taken into account while making financing decisions. The case focuses on the EBIT EPS analysis, degree of financial leverage, and degree of operating leverage. Factors like control, flexibility, and cash flow consequences are also highlighted. ... More
Reference No: CMA0665TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The note describes the process of group formation. The key elements of groups are 1) individuals who are members of the group and not an arbitrary collection of people, and 2) who are related to one another in some definite way. The study of group is a twentieth century phenomenon, aimed at ... More
Reference No: BP0200Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: Here is a situation where two national policies family welfare and labour welfare appear to be contradictory at the delivery end, and throw up conflicts between the two implementing agencies. As a result, there could be confusion in understanding or even misunderstanding the overall governmental policy. How could such a ... More
Reference No: F&A0385Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1988
Abstract: The case highlights the dichotomy of book profits and cash profits. Despite heavy retention of profits in business, rapid inflation causes liquidity problems. ... More
