Reference No: QM0202TECPages: 6Published 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
Reference No: MAR0291Pages: 32Published 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
Reference No: CMA0629TECPages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: The note depicts the composition and role of the informal segment of rural financial market (RFM) in India. It describes the salient features of its constituents and the reasons for their dominance in the financial market. As such it gives a base for comparison of formal and informal segments of ... More
Reference No: ECO0307TECPages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: The note discusses various methods for estimating an economic function and the uses of an estimated demand function for managerial decisionmaking. In particular, time series data for groundnut oil is used, and the regression method is explained in detail ... More
Reference No: BP0194Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: Deals with the problem Mohan Verma faces within a week of joining Panacea Pharma as Manager, Corporate Planning. He has to answer the following questions: How should I define my role in this company? What support structure should I ask for in fulfilling this role? What should be my relationship ... More
Reference No: F&A0377Pages: 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
Reference No: CMA0632Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: A minor irrigation project has been proposed for Dangri watershed area in Haryana. The case discusses the socio-economic and administrative profile of the area and identifies the need for installation of shallow tubewells by individual farmers. It also describes the financial environment and the likely impact the proposed investment would ... More
Reference No: CMA0630TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1986
Abstract: The note gives a historical account of the public intervention in rural financial market (RFM) in India, especially institutionalization of rural credit supply. It highlights the efforts made from time to time to improve the operational efficiency of RFM. As such it discusses the salient features of the formal segment ... More
Reference No: QM0201TECPages: 6Published 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
Reference No: ECO0308TECPages: 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
Reference No: CMA0621TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The vast canvas of agriculture covers plants, animals, insects, and micro-organisms, each covering numerous species and subspecies. It covers all forms of life and matter. This biomass is created by the sun's energy, and is primarily composed of three primary elements - carbon (C), Oxygen (O), and Hydrogen (H). Through ... More
Reference No: CMA0660Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: It is generally assumed that contradiction developments are less severe in the developed world. The case, based on interviews with farm workers in England, provides some aspects of credit, product and labour markets in which the workers may have to operate simultaneously. The relationship of the worker with the employer ... More
Reference No: P&IR0168TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: This note describes some of the problems in the implementation of social change programmes and suggests a few strategies for taking care of these problems. ... More
Reference No: MAR0290Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Deals with a sales territory dispute. Janardhan has accused Thomas of "stealing" sales from his territory. Thomas feels he is generating additional sales by sending patients to a free clinic in Janardhan's territory. An amicable and fair resolution of the dispute is required. ... More