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List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Monitoring of Rural Projects through People's Participation

    Authors: Gupta, Anil K;

    Reference No: CMA0648TEC Pages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1987

    Abstract: The paper provides a review of literature on the subject and illustrates how rural development projects can be monitored through the participation of people. ... More

  2. Reliable Texamill Limited

    Authors: Pandey, I M;

    Reference No: F&A0378 Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1987

    Abstract: The case deals with the following points: 1)To find how Reliable Texamill Limited (RTL) has raised funds to finance its activities in the past; 2)To evaluate RTL's estimate of bank borrowing for 1983, and its overall financial and operating plans; and 3)To explore the wisdom of proceeding with a rapidly expanding ... More

  3. Expert Advertising Agency

    Authors: Nathan, S V; Bhandari, Labdhi R;

    Reference No: MAR0291 Pages: 32 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Expert Advertising Agency was a mediumsized advertising agency which wished to increase its billing to a level comparable with that of the top few in the industry, and to acquire the stature of a market leader. expert wished to formulate a marketing strategy in order to achieve this growth. ... More

  4. Properties of Constant Returns to Scale

    Authors: Dholakia, Ravindra H;

    Reference No: ECO0308TEC Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Describes the implications of the assumption of constant returns to scale very often made in economic theorizing; and deals with mathematical proofs and derivations of the properties of constant returns to scale. In all, nineteen properties have been discussed in this technical note. ... More

  5. Linear Programming: A Tool for Managerial Decisions

    Authors: Ravichandran, N;

    Reference No: QM0201TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Defines the concept of the managerial decision-making process (MDP) and introduces linear programming as one of the powerful tools of Operations Research (OR) in managerial decision-making. ... More

  6. Cost Classification Exercise

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0377 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: An introductory exercise in cost accounting which helps students to view the elements of costs from three different perspectives: 1) on a functional basis?manufacturing, selling, administration, research and development, etc; 2) on a traceability basis?direct versus indirect; and 3) on a behavioural basis?fixed versus variable. It is presented in an ... More

  7. Probability

    Authors: Ravichandran, N;

    Reference No: QM0199TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Introduces the concept of probability. Various approaches that lead to the definition of probability, with their advantages as well as disadvantages, are discussed. ... More

  8. The Personnel and Industrial Relations Function: Status and Scope of Activities

    Authors: Monappa, Arun;

    Reference No: P&IR0173TEC Pages: 26 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: This technical note seeks to explore the structure, functions and content of the personnel department in Indian industries. Two sources of data are analyzed: 1) Data provided under Section 217(2A) in the annual financial report was analyzed in order to examine the parity of the personnel function visavis other ... More

  9. Management Information Systems

    Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

    Reference No: QM0202TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Introduces the role of computers and information systems in an organization. It defines what an MIS is and why it is of importance today. Data processing and information systems are contrasted and guidelines provided for managers attempting to set up computer-based management information systems. ... More

  10. Bharat Construction Company Limited (B)

    Authors: Shukla, P R; Gandhi, Shailesh;

    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

  11. Wiley Eastern Limited

    Authors: Ravichandran, N;

    Reference No: QM0200 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: The case describes a situation where a decision regarding the publications of a manuscript needs to be made. The problem is complicated in view of the uncertainty associated with the demand. The case can be used to illustrate the uncertainties of a decisionmaking situation. ... More

  12. Computation of Economic Costs and Benefits

    Authors: Singh, Gurudev;

    Reference No: CMA0613TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: Financial costs and returns are converted into economic costs and benefits by using shadow pricing factors. This note describes the assumptions which form the basis of shadow pricing factors for different cost and revenue items. It also estimates these factors for some important items along with the economic values. ... More

  13. Lakshmi Bags Industries

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0375 Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: Describes how inefficiencies and/or fraudulent practices seem to exist in several areas?procurement, processing, inventory, pricing, sales, etc. A newly recruited young MBA is asked to look into the problem areas by one of the oner Vice Presidents. After a preliminary investigation, the MBA is wondering what to do. ... More

  14. Creative Exercises in Sales and Distribution Strategy

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0289 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: Five short exercises dealing with domestic and international sales and distribution strategy formulation. ... More

  15. Choosing Techniques for Modernization of Rice Mills in India

    Authors: Desai, Bhupat M;

    Reference No: CMA0604TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: This note first discusses four alternative techniques of modernization of paddy processing. It then goes on to describe some of the reasons for partial modernization. Finally, the note poses the problem of choosing one of the four alternative techniques of modernization to allocate a given amount of fixed investment. For ... More

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