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
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: BP0244TECPages: 25Published on: 22, February, 1996
Abstract: This case describes the structure of India's TV industry in 1992. It gives the evolution of the industry, the entry barriers, the profiles of the major players, the market and the main suppliers, both for black & white (B&W) and colour TVs. The note enables a structural analysis of the industry ... More
Reference No: BP0245TECPages: 14Published on: 22, February, 1996
Abstract: This note describes the structure of India's computer industry in 1992. It gives the evolution of the industry, the entry barriers, the profiles of the major players and the market in the various segments of the computer industry. The note enables a structural analysis of the industry to be made and ... More
Reference No: IMG0013TECPages: 11Published on: 24, July, 1996
Abstract: This is a set of about 20 slides prepared using Harvard Graphics for computerized projection purposes. It outlines ideas about core competence to facilitate operationalization of the concept by managers. Its coverage includes a) the core competence effect b) the dimensions of core competence c) the tests for core competence d) ... More
Reference No: BP0249TECPages: 32Published on: 4, March, 1998
Abstract: The objective of the note is to give an idea of structural features of the air express industry in India. It describes the distinctive characteristics of the express industry and presents the origins and evolution of the industry abroad and in India. It then introduces the reader to the nature ... More
Reference No: CMA0778TECPages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1999
Abstract: This note first defines agro-processing industries and discuses their size in terms of value added and employment contributions. This is followed by the identification of their strengths and weaknesses, besides discussing (a) their relative importance in the process of economic development, (b) changing profile of demand for their products, (c) ... More
Reference No: CISG0057TECPages: 98Published on: 24, June, 1999
Abstract: This note describes the features of the spread package, MS Excel through several examples. The emphasis is on those features that are of particular interest to management students. The examples deal with what-if analysis, financial analysis, data and string manipulation, database operations and macros. There are twenty problems, and a ... More
Reference No: ECO0337TECPages: 12Published on: 17, July, 1999
Abstract: The case discusses the scope and development in macroeconomics, with emphasis on the role of monetary and fiscal policies with respect to the ultimate goals of an economy. ... More
Reference No: ECO0336TECPages: 10Published on: 6, September, 1999
Abstract: The note discusses the various price indices available in India, and their measurements, analyses their historical trends, and comments on their usefulness and limitations. Data on select countries' inflation rates are also provided and analysed. ... More
