Reference No: CMA0737TECPages: 28Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The note describe the salient features of the national project on biogas development. The strategies of implementing the project by two nodal a agencies are examined to assess their impact on the development of the Biogas programmer among the rural communities.
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Reference No: PROD0234Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the setting of an inplant logistics systems and procedures, related to despatch of finished goods and material of a very large petrochemical complex in India. ... More
Reference No: CMA0747Pages: 2Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the functioning of a cooperative which has undertaken potato seed marketing for its members. It helps the member growers in quality seed production. The relevant issues are the reasons for success of this cooperative and whether such a success is achievable for other seeds, whether the experience ... More
Reference No: CMA0735TECPages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: Mulberry sericulture and its related infrastructure facilities were examined across the states in India. Further cocoon production and marketing systems were also examined to rate different states in relation to some market characteristics.
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Reference No: CMA0755Pages: 14Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The case deals with the issues arising from the change in procurement policy towards quality of cotton for the manufacture of cloth free from specks for export market. While some cleaning of raw material is possible at the factory level, the basic parameters of quality cannot be altered. The focus ... More
Reference No: CMA0745Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The case gives information on the activities of a seed company along with details of financial costs and returns from the existing business as well as from the business in future with an expansion plan proposed separately. The issues for discussion are what should be the basis for determining the ... More
Reference No: CMA0733TECPages: 9Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: The note deals with market constraints faced by the rears in the disposal of the cocoon in the major silk producing area. Subsequently, the rears formed a cooperative processing unit for relating silk yarn and its disposal. The performance of the society is assessed in terms of pooling the cocoons ... More
Reference No: CMA0753Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1996
Abstract: This case deals with the problems of procurement of raw material faced by an oilseeds processing company under the competitive environment. The competitors are medium to large private and cooperative seed enterprises. The focus is to evolve a long term strategy for procurement of adequate quantities at low cost. ... More
Reference No: F&A0429TECPages: 4 Published on: 8, February, 1996
Abstract: This note discusses the concepts of zero coupon bonds, yield to maturity, spot rates, forward rates and term structure. The implications of various theories of term structure for interest rate movements and the strategy of "riding the yield curve" are highlighted. The note concludes with a brief overview of methods ... More
Reference No: F&A0425TECPages: 4Published on: 8, February, 1996
Abstract: This note discusses the assumptions underlying the M-M dividend irrelevance proposition and the implications of the violations of these assumptions for optimal dividend policy. ... More
Reference No: F&A0423TECPages: 7Published on: 8, February, 1996
Abstract: This note discusses portfolio theory and the principles of diversification; the role of market model assumptions in simplifying the portfolio selection problem; and the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) as an equilibrium condition flowing from portfolio theory. ... More
Reference No: F&A0431TECPages: 8Published on: 8, February, 1996
Abstract: This note provides an overview of the concepts underlying project evaluation ?present value arithmetic, identification of project cash flows, criteria for investment decisions, the weighted average cost of capital, and the relationship between net present value (NPV) and the market value of equity. ... More
Reference No: F&A0428TECPages: 5Published on: 8, February, 1996
Abstract: This note discusses the Modigliani-Miller capital structure irrelevance propositions and highlights the underlying assumptions. The tax shield benefit and financial distress costs, including agency related costs, of debt financing are then discussed. The note concludes with some guidelines for an optimal capital structure. ... More
