Latest published cases

List of Latest Published Cases

  1. City Beautiful Travels

    Authors: Pandey, I M;

    Reference No: F&A0370 Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: Highlights the determination of cash flows for investment analysis. Its main focus is on the treatment of interest on debt in computing projects' cash flows. ... More

  2. 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

  3. Elements of Performance Appraisal

    Authors: Saiyadain, M S;

    Reference No: P&IR0169TEC Pages: 23 Published 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

  4. Implementation of Food Policy in India: Some Recent Evidence

    Authors: Gupta, Anil K;

    Reference No: CMA0657TEC Pages: 23 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: The note provides recent evidence on food policy, procurement and distribution, and analyses the policy option for the future. ... More

  5. Urmi Pharmaceutical Company (G)

    Authors: Vora, M N;

    Reference No: MAR0285(G) Pages: 7 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: The case presents a review of past research studies carried out for examining doctors' prescription behaviour and for determining promotional mix. It also gives a brief review of the company's marketing information system. It is useful for discussing alternative research methodologies/studies for the phenomenon of doctor's prescription behaviour. The ... More

  6. Investment Decisions under Inflation

    Authors: Pandey, I M;

    Reference No: F&A0368TEC Pages: 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

  7. Bharat Construction Company Limited (B)

    Authors: Shukla, P R; Gandhi, Shailesh;

    Reference No: PROD0192(B) Pages: 12 Published on: 1, January, 1985

    Abstract: The case can be used for discussing an effective management control system for projects. Aspects such as selection of project team, preparation of network diagrams, budgeting, activity planning at the site, coding, reporting, etc can be discussed. ... More

  8. 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

  9. Inputs Distribution Credit and Crop Loan System: A Case of Their Linkage in Cooperative Credit Structure

    Authors: Desai, Bhupat M;

    Reference No: CMA0616 Pages: 24 Published 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

  10. 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

  11. 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

  12. 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

  13. Expert Advertising Agency

    Authors: Nathan, S V; Bhandari, Labdhi R;

    Reference No: MAR0291 Pages: 32 Published on: 1, January, 1986

    Abstract: Expert Advertising Agency was a mediumsized advertising agency which wished to increase its billing to a level comparable with that of the top few in the industry, and to acquire the stature of a market leader. expert wished to formulate a marketing strategy in order to achieve this growth. ... More

  14. 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

  15. 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

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