Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. Wiley Eastern Limited

    Authors: Ravichandran, N;

    Reference No: QM0200 Pages: 8 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: The case describes a situation where a decision regarding the publications of a manuscript needs to be made. The problem is complicated in view of the uncertainty associated with the demand. The case can be used to illustrate the uncertainties of a decisionmaking situation. ... More

  2. Star Engineering Company

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0374 Pages: 4 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: Deals with the process of full cost determination in a typical job order industry through a series of allocations, apportionments and absorptions. Sufficient data are provided for students to work out specific cost figures. However, the various steps and bases adopted by the company for its cost accounting can be ... More

  3. A Note on Project Approach in Agricultural Finance in India

    Authors: Desai, Bhupat M;

    Reference No: CMA0608TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: Discusses the condition in which scattered individual and project approaches of lending are used for the agricultural sector. It also discusses reasons why the latter approach came to be adopted by the institutional financing agencies in India. A perspective of both of these aspects is essential to appreciate constructively the ... More

  4. Agriculture and Rural Development Policies: The Indian Experience

    Authors: Sarkar, Mitali; Gupta, Anil K;

    Reference No: CMA0658TEC Pages: 17 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: The performance of agricultural and rural development policies have been reviewed in a historical perspective in the note. The recent developmental programmes and the progress in implementing them has been analysed. The targets proposed in the Seventh Five Year-Plan have been included. ... More

  5. The Neogi Chemical Company (NCC)

    Authors: Pandey, I M;

    Reference No: F&A0371 Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: Highlights three issues relating to investment analysis: 1) determination of cash flows; 2) comparison of investment criteria, indicating the superiority of NPV; and 3) the concept and measurement of cost of capital. ... More

  6. Creative Exercises in Sales and Distribution Strategy

    Authors: Dholakia, Nikhilesh;

    Reference No: MAR0289 Pages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: Five short exercises dealing with domestic and international sales and distribution strategy formulation. ... More

  7. The Theory of Choice under Uncertainty

    Authors: Gupta, Arindam Das;

    Reference No: ECO0304TEC Pages: 5 Published 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

  8. Sabar Mills

    Authors: Sivakumar, A B; Verma, Pramod;

    Reference No: P&IR0171 Pages: 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

  9. Role of Agricultural Sector in the Indian Economy (R)

    Authors: Gupta, Anil K;

    Reference No: CMA0651TEC Pages: 32 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: Raises issues concerning our economy; discusses the key constraints, including physical and institutional, faced by the agricultural sector; and throws light on the regional aspects in the development of agriculture. It then studies the growth of agriculture in the last three decades vis-a-vis all important economic indications like national product, ... More

  10. Linear Programming: A Tool for Managerial Decisions

    Authors: Ravichandran, N;

    Reference No: QM0201TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Defines the concept of the managerial decision-making process (MDP) and introduces linear programming as one of the powerful tools of Operations Research (OR) in managerial decision-making. ... More

  11. Probability

    Authors: Ravichandran, N;

    Reference No: QM0199TEC Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Introduces the concept of probability. Various approaches that lead to the definition of probability, with their advantages as well as disadvantages, are discussed. ... More

  12. Properties of Constant Returns to Scale

    Authors: Dholakia, Ravindra H;

    Reference No: ECO0308TEC Pages: 18 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Describes the implications of the assumption of constant returns to scale very often made in economic theorizing; and deals with mathematical proofs and derivations of the properties of constant returns to scale. In all, nineteen properties have been discussed in this technical note. ... More

  13. The Personnel and Industrial Relations Function: Status and Scope of Activities

    Authors: Monappa, Arun;

    Reference No: P&IR0173TEC Pages: 26 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: This technical note seeks to explore the structure, functions and content of the personnel department in Indian industries. Two sources of data are analyzed: 1) Data provided under Section 217(2A) in the annual financial report was analyzed in order to examine the parity of the personnel function visavis other ... More

  14. Management Information Systems

    Authors: Patel, Nitin R;

    Reference No: QM0202TEC Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Introduces the role of computers and information systems in an organization. It defines what an MIS is and why it is of importance today. Data processing and information systems are contrasted and guidelines provided for managers attempting to set up computer-based management information systems. ... More

  15. Cost Classification Exercise

    Authors: Balakrishnan, K;

    Reference No: F&A0377 Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: An introductory exercise in cost accounting which helps students to view the elements of costs from three different perspectives: 1) on a functional basis?manufacturing, selling, administration, research and development, etc; 2) on a traceability basis?direct versus indirect; and 3) on a behavioural basis?fixed versus variable. It is presented in an ... More

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