Reference No: MAR0245Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case describes the new product introduction strategies adapted by HMT for its NC machine. Subsequently, the consumer decision making process was studied. In light of these findings, students are required to evaluate the introductory marketing strategies. ... 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: 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: 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: 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: MAR0255TECPages: 16Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The note develops a framework for problem definition task in terms of steps the researcher has to go through. To demonstrate what is involved, an actual problem definition exercise is carried out on two concrete marketing research situations. ... More
Reference No: ECO0264TECPages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: This note examines (a) functional classification of industries; (b) pros and cons of some widely used techniques of demand forecasting; and (c) some issues governing the choice of a suitable forecasting technique for different categories of industrial products. ... 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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Reference No: MAR0231TECPages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Advertising is effective mass communication between producers and consumers. There are different models that explain the way advertising works. According to the stimulus response model, the receiver of the advertising message is stimulated to react according to the advertiser's intentions. Certain other models explain that advertising may help in changing ... More
Reference No: OB0061Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: Mr. Rego, a fresh post?graduate, responds to a job advertisement, and is selected for a sales job. He joins the company, completes the induction training, and goes selling. His supervisor's style of dealing with him is unacceptable to Rego. He, therefore, resigns; but not until he has "got even" ... 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
