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
Reference No: OB0143TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The concepts of a space on the role set are important in understanding role dynamics. While the former uses the self in the centre and all the roles an individual occupies around it, the letter uses the organizational role the individual occupies in the centre and all other organizational roles ... More
Reference No: OB0075TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Briefly discusses the concept of role as used by scientists and sociologists and social psychologists, and the nature and causes of role conflict faced by the incumbent of social role. ... More
Reference No: MAR0137Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Deals with three kinds of research approaches exploratory, survey and experimental. Three research problems requiring these three kinds of designs are included in caselet form. The purpose is to discuss alternative research approaches and the criteria used to match the design with the nature of the problems. ... 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: ECO0206TECPages: 21 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The note contains the following: (a) A discussion of the various components of a time series, viz. secular trend, seasonal fluctuations, cyclical variations and irregular or random movements. (b) A methodology of decomposition of a time series into its four components. (c) Decomposed series of money supply in India. (d) ... 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: OB0104TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Stereotypes are distorted perceptions and opinions we have about groups of people. Such distortions arise from various sources that are too weak to warrant generalizations. Stereotyped views of people vitiate one's new experiences and learning. An awareness of this common flaw in human behaviour can, however, salvage us from snap ... More
Reference No: ECO0204TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Discusses the aIternative method for obtaining the Best Linear Unbiased Estimates (BLUE) of a relation having auto-correlated disturbance term. The use is illustrated through Indian data. ... 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: MAR0113Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case describes a quantitative model for selecting the minimum cost media plan in order to achieve a desired level of reach and frequency in several target audience groups. The decision problem relates to adoption of the model for drawing up a national press media plan on the basis of ... More
Reference No: OB0068TECPages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: At some time or the other, in the course of our social life, those of the people with whom we come in contact influence, in some way, our cognitions, beliefs, attitudes and behaviour. The basis of such social influence may be voluntary or enforced, and dependent or independent. Information, reward ... More
