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: P&IR0166(C)Pages: 3Published 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: PROD0186Pages: 34Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: This case highlights the issues involved in job evaluation. Legal disputes, union-management relations and viewpoints on job evaluation and the procedure to be followed can be discussed. The case has specific reference to the existing Wage Board and its recommendations. ... More
Reference No: CMA0589TECPages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: Gives the genesis of the establishment of NABARD, its objectives and functions, resources, and performance during the first year of operations. ... 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: PROD0193Pages: 57Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: The case focuses on the problem of location of sponge iron plants in India. Sponge iron being a virgin industry, planners face a real problem in licensing such plants, keeping in view the growth of the industry over the next fifteen to twenty years. The case presents such issues as ... More
Reference No: ECO0286TECPages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1984
Abstract: An account of the textile industry environment and the various competitive forces operating within the industry. The note describes the growth of the textile industry, and some indicators of profitability of a few operating textile units in the industry. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0166(A)Pages: 18Published 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: F&A0373Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: The accountant believes that one of the products, twenty- litre grease container, does not fetch a price adequate to cover its costs. With the anticipated fall in volume she expects the unit cost to rise even higher. The issue requires understanding of relevant costs, cost-volume- profit relationship and contribution- based ... More
Reference No: CMA0604TECPages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: This note first discusses four alternative techniques of modernization of paddy processing. It then goes on to describe some of the reasons for partial modernization. Finally, the note poses the problem of choosing one of the four alternative techniques of modernization to allocate a given amount of fixed investment. For ... More
Reference No: ECO0304TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: An introductory exposition of the theory of choice under uncertainty is given. Risk, risk aversion, and behaviour in risky situations is discussed. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0169TECPages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1985
Abstract: This note discusses objectives, methods, issues and concerns in performance appraisal. It also highlights various parameters of an effective appraisal system. What is significant about this note is that it has focused on research done in this area in India. ... More