Reference No: CMA0586Pages: 7Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case deals with the high non-interest costs of borrowing from institutional sources. It contains five loan cases obtained from different agencies involving varying costs on different aspects of borrowing. The idea is to get a comprehensive understanding of borrowing costs in the Indian rural environment and how these could ... More
Reference No: BP0187TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The note deals with the importance of listening in oral communication; psychological and physical barriers to listening; and what the listener and the speaker can do individually and together to improve reception, retention and recall of oral messages. ... More
Reference No: ECO0287TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The paper studies the input-?output relationship in fish farming in India through the estimation of production function and the derivation of the optimum input combinations. It finds that fish farming is subject to constant returns to scale; production technology is far from the optimum application of the optimum production ... More
Reference No: P&IR0166(B)Pages: 26Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This series of cases refers to the experience of collective bargaining in a growth- oriented public sector organization. It first narrates the industrial relations situation in the organization [Case (A)] P&IR0166(A), and then poses the problems faced by the management in preparing for the negotiation [Case (B)] P& ... More
Reference No: PROD0192(A)Pages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case can be used to discuss the management control system in a new project. An existing MCS for a large construction company is described and management problems faced by the company in handling a new project are highlighted. The new MCS that can be suitable for the situation can ... More
Reference No: QM0195Pages: 3Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case describes a problem faced by the President of Dharwar Drilling Society. In areas around Dharwar irrigation is essential for increasing agricultural production. The way to get water is through drilling. However, the well drilled may be dry, hence the farmers are reluctant to take a chance. The President ... More
Reference No: BP0185TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The note describes the structure and performance of the commercial vehicle industry in India. Data on sales, production and financial performance of various companies operating in the industry are given. Also given are data on the plans of existing companies and those of new entrants. The student is required to ... More
Reference No: P&IR0165Pages: 28 Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case deals with the issues in respect of personnel and industrial relations matters when BHEL took over two units in Karnataka. The case tries to focus on the distinct identity and role of the personnel and industrial relations department in the overall takeover strategy. The case also discusses the ... More
Reference No: CMA0176(C)Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The federation had undertaken a most ambitious programme to distribute a fixed quality of rice at a fixed price to all rice consumers. The case discusses the management information system necessary to make the proposed programme a success. ... More
Reference No: F&A0368TECPages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Deals with the problem of evaluating investment proposals under inflationary conditions. It shows the adjustments to be made in cash flows and the discount rates to incorporate the effect of inflation in investment decisions. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0171Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Refers to the system of grievance- handling in the Ahmedabad textile industry. A specific problem raised by a worker has been dealt within the case. Intervention by the union is also described. ... More
Reference No: QM0203Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Presents a problem the Indian Railways faces in deciding to introduce superfast trains. It illustrates the need for a simulation analysis in a complex situation. ... More
Reference No: MAR0286Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: Deals with the situation where a major retailer of consumer products is obtaining supplies through unauthorized channels. The problem is to motivate the retailer to deal with the authorized salesman and distributor. The case can be used for introducing issues pertaining to distribution channels and sales management. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0167Pages: 29 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: In 1980-81, ITI and four other public enterprises experienced serious labour trouble for almost six months. The strike and lockout took place over the issue of parity with BHEL wages. The case provides an account of the strike and lockout as experienced by ITI. Information about the global telecom industry ... More
Reference No: CMA0616Pages: 24Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: This case deals with the problem of linkage between inputs distribution credit and credit given to the farmers by the banking institutions in India. Quantitative and qualitative data are provided to analyse this problem in the cooperative credit structure in a backward taluka in Sabarkantha district of Gujarat with a ... More
