Reference No: BP0061(A)Pages: 22Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The single-centre publication strategy of The Hindu is posing problems in light of competition from multi-centre publications, local loyalties, regional differences, and transportation problems. The Hindus strategy raises some short-, medium- and long-term issues in light of scarcity of newsprint and increasing costs. ... More
Reference No: MAR0139Pages: 17Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case is based on a brand awareness study among high school students in Ahmedabad. The purpose of the case is to expose participants to data analysis. The situation offers possibilities of using various analytical techniques. The primary data are stored on computer tapes. ... More
Reference No: ECO0204TECPages: 5 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Discusses the aIternative method for obtaining the Best Linear Unbiased Estimates (BLUE) of a relation having auto-correlated disturbance term. The use is illustrated through Indian data. ... More
Reference No: F&A0267(B)Pages: 1Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: These cases provide a list of the items (with figures) that appear in the company's balance sheet and profit and loss statement. Students are required to classify these items and prepare financial statements. ... More
Reference No: MAR0137Pages: 6 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Deals with three kinds of research approaches exploratory, survey and experimental. Three research problems requiring these three kinds of designs are included in caselet form. The purpose is to discuss alternative research approaches and the criteria used to match the design with the nature of the problems. ... More
Reference No: F&A0262Pages: 20Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The introduction of corporate planning in Indian Railways, the largest public undertaking in country, has been described in detail. This case should be used jointly with the note Indian Railways [F&A0261], which highlights the operational characteristics of the Indian Railways and the problems faced in the planning process. ... More
Reference No: CMA0299TECPages: 5Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The note deals with issues which are often discussed in terms of a false dichotomy of agriculture versus industrial development. Though economic development leads to a decline in the relative importance of the agricultural sector, it plays a crucial role in the process of developing an underdeveloped country by making ... More
Reference No: F&A0277Pages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: The case focuses on financial planning in the small scale industry. Assessment of requirements of funds for providing facilities and for working, and the need for phasing out commitments inconsistent with economics and financial feasibility are discussed. The major bias is, however, on assessment of working capital and preparation of ... More
Reference No: MAR0114TECPages: 18Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: This note gives a detailed version of the functioning of the organization that is the central purchase organization of the Government of India and buys the major requirements of all ministries and departments of the central government. ... More
Reference No: BP0066Pages: 13Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Focuses on the problems and challenges a management graduate faces in a company, that in the past, had relied heavily on personal appraisal for decision-making. Also provides data for systematic decision-making in an organization facing problems of growth for survival. ... More
Reference No: PROD0105TECPages: 15 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: In this note short?term scheduling and despatching problems are considered. Section I describes the relationship between scheduling decisions and the environment in which these decisions are made. The problem of scheduling can be perceived as the problems of sequencing and the influence of different sequences on the overall performance. ... More
Reference No: F&A0266Pages: 9 Published on: 1, January, 1975
Abstract: Deals with the issues involved in the amalgamation of the Bank of Baroda Limited with Mahindra Ugine Steel Company, particularly those relating to the worth and value of BOB shares in exchange for shares of MUSCO. ... More
