Reference No: P&IR0020Pages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case deals with the problem of introducing a job evaluation scheme in large organizations. While the trade union cooperated in the study of various jobs and in the evaluation of the scheme, the scheme itself had to be abandoned because of the opposition from workers. The case describes the ... More
Reference No: BP0066Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Focuses on the problems and challenges a management graduate faces in a company, that in the past, had relied heavily on personal appraisal for decision-making. Also provides data for systematic decision-making in an organization facing problems of growth for survival. ... More
Reference No: F&A0224Pages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Deals with the problem of equitable pricing in a situation where: 1) common facilities are shared by two groups of clientele, with a high incidence of joint costs; 2) the methods of pricing for the two groups are different? one group charged on an "actual cost" basis and the other on fixed ... More
Reference No: P&IR0106TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Discusses the concept of job enrichment and its relevance to Indian conditions. Independent survey results are discussed to show its importance and need, as also its limitations and the precautions one should take before implementing the job enrichment programme. ... More
Reference No: F&A0264(B)Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Gives a consultant's recommendations regarding a framework for evaluating and controlling a nutritional programme. It helps students in evaluating the comprehensiveness and validity of the framework they have developed on the basis of the data given in Case (A) F&A0264(A). ... More
Reference No: OB0009Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This case presents the dynamics of leadership operations in the research station of an agricultural university. This research station is very productive. An analysis of the dynamics indicates high achievement, power, affiliation and extension motives. Reactions of various categories of staff to the leadership are also presented. ... More
Reference No: MAR0141Pages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: AWC is a small company entering a market where heavy competition is anticipated in the near future. Because of the nature of the product, the potential market (domestic and export) is fairly large in size. However, the present size of the market is rather small. In such a setting, the ... More
Reference No: P&IR0040(C)Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case Jagat Mills (A) to (D) are expected to be run as exercises in the determination of salary structure. Case (A) refers to the background to the problem of salary determination in Jagat Mills. Case (B) discusses the possible methodology to be employed in formulating salary structure and the ... More
Reference No: PROD0105TECPages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: In this note short?term scheduling and despatching problems are considered. Section I describes the relationship between scheduling decisions and the environment in which these decisions are made. The problem of scheduling can be perceived as the problems of sequencing and the influence of different sequences on the overall performance. ... More
Reference No: OB0092TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This note elucidates the concept of an organization as an open socio?technical system. It summarizes the important elements of the concept as it emerges from the relevant research work. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0054(C)Pages: 1Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The three cases refer to the problem of apprentice training not covered under the Apprentice Act, 1961. Case (A) relates to the situation where the apprentices in a department were able to produce output equivalent to that of regular employees but they were paid only a fixed stipend. The regular employees ... More
Reference No: F&A0256Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case is designed to emphasize the essential factors to be kept in mind while making a bonus issue. It also provides an opportunity for making the necessary calculations for deciding the issue of bonus shares. ... More
Reference No: ECO0205TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Discusses the Wald method and the Instrumental Variables method of obtaining consistent estimates when variables are subject to measurement error. The merit of these methods over the Least Squares method is illustrated through their application in estimating consumption function and income determination model using Indian annual time series data for ... More
