Reference No: QM0266TECPages: 8Published on: 25, January, 2014
Abstract: Categorical data analysis constitute a major branch of Statistics and deals with analyzing, quantifying and interpreting dependence patterns between categorical variables i.e. variables whose observations belong to any one of a set of categories. In this module, we will go over some of the common techniques of evaluating the ... More
Reference No: QM0265TECPages: 5Published on: 23, January, 2014
Abstract: Goodness of fit tests is a statistical technique used to ascertain whether a given sample originates from a particular distribution (or population). There are different kinds of goodness of fit tests based on the context of study and the population of interest. This technical note discusses two of the most ... More
Reference No: QM0263TECPages: 4Published on: 20, January, 2014
Abstract: This technical note introduces the concept of Statistics and motivates its importance as an applied field of study. It elaborates on the various stages of a statistical study and explains some of the key notations and terminologies used in the subject.
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Reference No: QM0264TECPages: 8Published on: 20, January, 2014
Abstract: This technical note introduces the concept of sampling in the context of statistical studies. Some common sampling mechanisms are discussed along with the associated concepts. Different types of sample surveys and the associated biases are discussed. Finally, some of the major types of observational studies are explained along with relevant ... More
Reference No: F&A0512Pages: 23Published on: 2, January, 2014
Abstract: This case describes the use of securitization by Microfinance institutions. Even though securitization with tranching received a bad name during the financial crisis it can be used to relax financial constraints for Microfinance institutions which provide loans to the poor. The case elaborates how IFMR Trust Pioneer II facilitates a ... More
Reference No: RJMC0030Pages: 39Published on: 2, January, 2014
Abstract: Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Vidyamandir (KDAV) is located in the township of Reliance refinery in Jamnagar. The school has classes from preschool to grade XII with more than 3000 children and 198 teachers. The case describes process of change as conceived and implemented during five year tenure of Mr. Sundaram as principal of ... More
Reference No: RJMC0028Pages: 19Published on: 23, December, 2013
Abstract: The Director, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow is preparing to face two challenges: maintaining the educational purpose of transforming students into down-to-earth managers and lifelong champions of the institute, and attracting and retaining good faculty. The case illustrates the institutional processes that a school which is part of a chain ... More
Reference No: BP0350Pages: 8Published on: 21, December, 2013
Abstract: The case deals with sovereignty and issues related to doing business in a foreign land. It highlights aspects of taking political risk for granted and factoring in or not factoring in the legal environment, which includes the rule of law and independence of judiciary, in a particular jurisdiction. The case ... More
Reference No: QM0262TECPages: 17Published on: 20, December, 2013
Abstract: This note contains material to be used to teach the basic concepts of point and interval estimation. Topics covered include the basic ideas of point estimation, unbiasedness and consistency. Also discussed are the method of moment estimators, ideas regarding standard error estimation and computation of confidence intervals. Methods to determine ... More
Reference No: PSG0113Pages: 12Published on: 26, November, 2013
Abstract: The case provides an opportunity to discuss the state of policing as a service in India. It contains a short review of key reports that have been brought out over the years on reforms needed in policing in India to make police a force that is responsive to the needs ... More
