Reference No: ECO0258TECPages: 21Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note discusses the characteristics, specification, estimation, testing and uses of econometric models. The various aspects are illustrated through the example of the tea demand model for India. ... More
Reference No: BP0158TEC(A)Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This and the subsequent four notes discuss the issues and processes in the area of interface between government and public undertakings. This note takes an verview of the interface and discusses the philosophy and the rationale behind government undertaking of economic enterprises. The possible areas of interface
are listed. ... More
Reference No: MAR0250TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note explains the various dealer promotion schemes employed by manufacturers and retailers. Incentive programmes for dealers help in obtaining the maximum cooperation from the distribution channels. Certain incentives given to the sales personnel are also included. ... More
Reference No: MAR0216TECPages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Consumer incentives play an important part in sales promotion. They are primarily intended to boost the sales of the product or service in question. Consumer premium is probably the most important incentive technique. There are direct consumer premiums and conditional consumer premiums. Refill packs, deferred payment schemes and guarantee for ... More
Reference No: F&A0331Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Deals with the preparation of the statement of sources and application of funds and a statement of changes in working capital, along with all the supporting schedules. ... More
Reference No: MAR0223Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: A new marketing director of a medium sized company producing a line of consumer products is faced with the task of reorganizing the company's marketing goals and activities. The question of pricing policy comes up and research assistance is sought. The case deals with the selection of research approaches to ... More
Reference No: MAR0243Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) was manufactured for the first time in India by ABS Plastics Limited. The company had to direct its strategies to two different levels: the end- users of the plastic products and the manufacturers of plastic goods. Students are required to suggest marketing strategies for this purpose. ... More
Reference No: BP0155Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Describes the difficulties encountered by a large packaging containers manufacturer who had not responded to environmental changes in time. It provides an opportunity for discussing the relationship between an enterprise and its environment, as also the need to take strategic action to keep the two well-balanced. ... More
Reference No: F&A0321Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Describes a controversy between the marketing manager, who instructs his department to dispose of the accumulated stock of sarees at a price discount of 15%, and the financial advisor, who asserts that the discount would result in a huge loss to the corporation. The controversy provides an opportunity for discussing the ... More
Reference No: F&A0329Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This case deals with the preparation of financial statements i.e., profit and loss statement and the balance sheet for an engineering company. It also involves preparation of journal entries for adjustments to be made to the trial balance. The case is based on the published annual report of an ... More
Reference No: MAR0221TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The success of an advertisement depends on the judgement at various stages of creating an advertisement apart from the research which may have gone into the development of the campaign. The copywriter, who plays a major role in the creative process, has to evolve an appropriate creative approach based on ... More
Reference No: MAR0207(B)Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case deals with the positions taken by various microcomputer-manufacturing companies that came into the market after Tez Computers Limited. In light of the positions taken by competitors, should the company change its position, or should it maintain the same old position? ... More
Reference No: BP0153TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note describes the evolution of Government of India's policy towards foreign investment in the oil industry. It brings out the gradual change in public policy from recognition of one hundred per cent foreign investment to a gradual nationalization of oil-producing companies in India. The main objective is to discuss
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