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  1. What Contemporary Executives Think - I:Managerial Effectiveness

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: BP0100TEC Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1977

    Abstract: The note contains edited excerpts from thirteen interviews on managerial effectiveness with chief executives and senior departmental heads of private and public enterprises. It raises several issues for discussion, including questions such as: (a) What constitutes managerial effectiveness? (b) How to appraise effectiveness? (c) Perceptions and opinions on the effectiveness ... More

  2. Pricing in Public Enterprises

    Authors: Murthy, K R S;

    Reference No: BP0124TEC Pages: 10 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The note brings out key ideas for pricing, and demonstrates that sales here are mostly from one state enterprise to another - both, government-owned. It discusses issues on possible pressures that may arise, and how the pricing may be extremely uneven between enterprises. ... More

  3. H.K. Industries Limited

    Authors: Menon, C D;

    Reference No: BP0130 Pages: 13 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The case traces the domestic enquiry into the charge against a delinquent employee through the stages of preliminary investigation, charge sheet, recording of evidence, and findings of the enquiry officer culminating in punishment. ... More

  4. A Note on Performance Evaluation

    Authors: Tandon, P L;

    Reference No: BP0123TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1978

    Abstract: The note raises some general questions on evaluating any public enterprise's performance with respect to its objectives, and illustrates the performance, budgeting and accountability measures of State Trading Corporation of India. ... More

  5. Multipurpose Worker Scheme: A Study of Pilot Implementation in Channi PHC

    Authors: Maru, Rushikesh M; Murthy, Nirmala; Satia, J K;

    Reference No: PSG0002 Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: This assesses the strengths and weaknesses of an integrated scheme combining health, family planning, and nutrition programme (MPW Scheme) through evaluating its pilot implementation in Chhani PHC. To fully exploit the MPW's scheme strengths and to realize the ultimate goal of better health, two areas need careful consideration: a shift ... More

  6. Interface Between Government and Public Undertakings: The Parliamentary Control (E)

    Authors: Bhatt, Anil;

    Reference No: BP0158TEC(E) Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: The forms of parliamentary control are discussed in this note. It lists the various channels through which Parliament exercises its control. The effectiveness of various channels, including the Committee on Public Undertakings, is brought out. The discussion of parliamentary control is in the context of the autonomy and accountability of ... More

  7. Mark Marketing Manager

    Authors: Rao, Sreenivas S;

    Reference No: BP0138 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: The case describes the beginnings of a small business and the entrepreneur's efforts to have promotion literature prepared for his new business. The case is supported by a brief - prepared by the entrepreneur - on his idea of the new business, and an extensive taped discussion that he had ... More

  8. Coastal Pradesh Forest Development Corporation: Breakeven for Boat Building Yard

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0325 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: Narrates the discussion between the managing director and the chief accountant of a forest development corporation regarding the commencement of a boat-building yard. It gives a detailed breakup of the price and cost structure of a typical 48-feet teakwood- based boat they intend to manufacture as an ongoing activity. Students ... More

  9. Problem Solving

    Authors: Murthy, Nirmala;

    Reference No: PSG0018TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: An administrator constantly faces problems relating to his staff, supplies, funds, and methods. He needs a framework by which he can resolve these problems. The case lists six essential steps that can help a manager solve his problems. Three small caselets are included to serve as exercises in problem solving. ... More

  10. Techniques of Investment Analysis

    Authors: Gupta, Tirath;

    Reference No: CMA0487TEC Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: The note discusses the different techniques of investment analysis from the points of view of an enterprise and the economy as a whole. A separate section has been used to distinguish between financial and economic analyses. The techniques discussed include payback period, average annual rate of return on investment, net ... More

  11. Union Carbide India Limited (S): Chandi Ki Minar

    Authors: Mohan, Manendra;

    Reference No: MAR0227 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: The case deals with interpretation of data obtained by the company on pretesting the proposed advertisement. A special feature of the pretest is the focus of the pneumonic used in the advertisement in order to register a high recall amongst the various segments of consumers, literate or illiterate. The decision ... More

  12. Business and the Public Policy Process

    Authors: Maru, R M; Umamaheswar, A R;

    Reference No: BP0156TEC Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1979

    Abstract: As the Indian business community has to function within the constraints of the overall economic policy framework and regulations formulated by the states, this note briefly describes the various channels of access and influence employed by business groups in India, both individually and collectively, in the formulation of public policy ... More

  13. Indian Airlines: Personnel

    Authors: Monappa, Arun; Bashyam, S;

    Reference No: P&IR0003 Pages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1980

    Abstract: The Administrative Reforms Commission recommended that the personnel function in public enterprises should be strengthened. In a number of organizations, what was once a record keeping, welfare and IR-oriented department, the Personnel Department has become proactive, professional and progressive. This case is an attempt at understanding the evolution of the ... More

  14. Management of Personal Selling Effort (A): A Note

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0265(A)TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: Describes the sales management practices of a cross-section of Indian organizations. The decision areas about which actual illustrations of practices of specific organizations are: 1) allocation of tasks between own sales personnel and the distributors/dealers, 2) recruitment, training and development of sales personnel, 3) sales effort planning, target, quota setting, call norms, ... More

  15. Management of Personal Selling Effort (F): A Note- Brief Illustrations on Branch Management Issues

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0265(F)TEC Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1981

    Abstract: Describes the sales management practices of a cross-section of Indian organizations. The decision areas about which actual illustrations of practices of specific organizations are: 1) allocation of tasks between own sales personnel and the distributors/dealers, 2) recruitment, training and development of sales personnel, 3) sales effort planning, target, quota setting, call norms, ... More

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