Reference No: P&IR0032Pages: 19Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: The case deals with the evaluation of two selection instruments, the IQ test and the written essay type test, on the basis of an organization's experience. ... More
Reference No: F&A0311Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Describes two furniture companies needing different costing systems. One deals with a few standard models while the other accepts unique jobs. The impact of the two different business strategies on shopfloor management, on the quantity of work-in-process and finished goods, and--more important--on the cost accounting system and related paperwork, is ... More
Reference No: PROD0134TECPages: 1 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: Illustrates the use of the multiple activity chart for balancing the activities of multiple machines. The example involves dumpers and a shovel used in the construction of a parking lot. The chart is similarly useful for balancing the activities of multiple men and machines in a man?machine operating system. ... More
Reference No: F&A0087Pages: 3 Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This is a case in comprehensive variance analysis. Requires computation of material, labour, and variable and fixed overheads in a process-costing situation. Variances have to be worked out on equivalent units of production rather than on just finished goods. ... More
Reference No: MAR0233TECPages: 10Published on: 1, January, 1977
Abstract: This note describes "motivation research" in some detail. The elements constituting the "why" of purchase and consumption behaviour are briefly explained. The techniques, i.e., projective and non projective, are illustratively explained. Finally, the note discusses the importance of motivation research in market research. ... More
Reference No: CMA0451Pages: 6Published on: 4, November, 1977
Abstract: This case is based on field observations about marketing of wool by the growers to an organized sector run by the Khadi and Gramodhyog. It brings out the problems of price negotiations, quality control, and related marketing problems which need to be solved for efficient management. ... More
Reference No: F&A0319EXPages: 2 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: An exercise in preparing profit/loss account, profit/loss appropriation account, and balance sheet for an apex cooperative society from its trial balance. ... More
Reference No: PROD0144(E)Pages: 4Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Deals with the evaluation of the total productivity effort of the shop management. It refers to the standard products division of a large public limited company. The case looks at the total productivity improvement programme of the company in a historical perspective and then evaluates in quantitative terms the contribution ... More
Reference No: MAR0186Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Based on a cross section of medical representatives of pharmaceutical companies, this study had two major objectives: 1) Identification of the significant determinants of role conflict clarity, quality of supervision, job tension and job satisfaction; 2) Investigation of the strength and direction of relationships between role conflict, job tension, and job satisfaction ... More
Reference No: OB0053Pages: 6Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Deals with 1) the factors influencing the identification of products, the setting up of a small?scale industrial unit, and the motivation in entrepreneurial process; 2) a critical assessment of an entrepreneur??his relations with a major research (advanced technology) organization in the context of a time?bound national communication experiment. ... More
Reference No: MAR0210EXPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: Several new product idea generation or improvement techniques are explained with illustrations. The reader is encouraged to develop new product ideas using these techniques. The exercise also requires the reader to confront organizational implications of the ideation techniques. ... More
Reference No: F&A0317Pages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The case deals with the mechanics of preparing accounting books. It involves preparation of journal entries, "T" accounts, trial balance, adjustment entries and final accounts. It provides an understanding of the various accounting concepts, principles and conventions involved in recording business transactions. ... More
Reference No: P&IR0069(B)Pages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1978
Abstract: The two cases refer to industrial relations in the jute industry in West Bengal during 1969- 75. Cas(A) P&IR0069() deals specifically with the strike that took place in 1969. Case (B) takes up events between 1969 and 1975, including a strike in 1975. The two cases together reflect the economic and political problems ... More
