Thressiamma, K V; Dr.Sankaranarayanan, K C(Cochin University of Science and Technology, May 2, 1988)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
Rice is the most extensively cultivated crop in the world, particularly concentrated in Asia and the Far East. Asian countries together make up for as much as 91.80 per cent of the world production of rice in 1986. The main objective of the present study is to analyse the rice economy of Kerala over time and space at the State, district and taluk level. The thesis analyses the trends in area, yield and total production of rice during the three seasons in the state, districts and taluks and studies the trends in input and output prices of rice and coconut in the state, districts and taluks. The researcher estimates the impact of input and output prices on area, yield and total output of rice in the state, districts and selected taluks and examines the conversion of paddy field into coconut garden and rubber plantation.
Description:
Department of Applied Economics, Cochin University of Science and Technology,
Kevin, S; Dr.Rajendra Prasad, P N(Cochin University Of Science And Technology, June 20, 1988)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
. The cotton mill industry is one of the important medium and
large-scale industries in the State of Kerala. Due to the widespread
development of the handloom industry in the State, there is an environment
conducive to the growth of cotton spinning mills which produce
yarn, the raw material required by the handloom industry. New spin—
ing mills are being commissioned. But the performance of the existing
cotton spinning and weaving mills in the State is not quite satisfactory.
Hence an analysis has been carried out into the profitability
and financial position of the industry in Kerala. The objective
of the study is to make a financial analysis of the industry covering
various aspects such as cost structure, productivity, asset structure,
financial structure and working capital management.
Description:
School Of Management Studies
Cochin University Of Science And Technology
Gangadharan Nair, R; Dr.George, C M(Cochin University of Science and Technology, October 4, 1988)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
Economists consider education as an investment in man. Education develops human resources necessary for the economic and political growth of any nation. Adam Smith stressed the importance of education and included the acquired and useful activities of all the inhabitants or members of society in his concept of fixed capital.‘ Karl Marx shared with Smith's view when he laid down that the function of education in a socialist society will be to overcome the alienation of the worker from the means of production; while developing the technical skill it will make him a complete man as well as a producer.2 Education is also considered as a powerful instrument for social change. By inculcating moral and spiritual values, it brings changes both in the individual and in the society. It aims at creating a social order founded on the values of freedom, social justice and equal opportunity.3 The objective of this exploratory study is to enquire into the existing system of managing higher educational institutions in Kerala, compare it with the accepted principles of management believed to be applicable to all organisations, and develop a model capable of introducing more effective management practices
Description:
School of Management Studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology
Anwarul Islam, MD; Dr.Ranganathan, N(Cochin University Of Science And Technology, November 5, 1988)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
For improving agricultural marketing, which has
been discussed in the previous chapter, the Government has
intervened in different ways. The direct regulatory role
through the regulation of markets and market practices is one
of the ways in which governmental intervention can improve
agricultural marketing. This study is an enquiry of the direct
regulatory role of the government through regulation of markets
and market practices. By restructuring the operational methods
and redesigning the existing physical markets, this system
gives direct benefit to the cultivating class and protects
them from the market manipulations of organised and powerful
private traders. If traders do not continue their trade for
the time being they will not be affected financially, because
they are resourceful or financially solvent. On the other
hand, Cultivators must sell their produce immediately after
harvesting for the lack of additional facilities or to satisfy
other needs for which finance is required. Another important
reason is that Cultivators/farmers are not organised and because of lack of their organisation, they sell their produces
individually. In this situation, a farmer is helpless when
astute traders indulge in manipulations at the time of purchase of the produces. So it is the government's obligation to protect the interest of the farmers. Protection of the farmer/cultivator is necessary not only from the point of social justice but also from that of economic growth. If the farmers are assured of a remunerative or incentive price for their produce, they will get the inspiration to produce more and through more production, economy will be developed and
the nation as a whole will be benefitted.
This study will examine the management system of the
markets through the direct regulatory role played by the
governments to control markets and market practices in West
Bengal and Bangladesh.
Description:
School Of Management Studies,
Cochin University Of Science And Technology
Anna,V; Dr.Chandrasekharan Pillai, N(Cochin University of Science and Technology, January , 1989)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
This study was on women's industries programme in Kerala, to assess the involvement of manpower in this field and to analyse the difficulties and problems faced by the women entrepreneurs which impede the growth and smooth functioning of units. It was supported by the views of 275 women entrepreneurs of Kerala. Census method was adopted and only 58 per cent of units responded by supplying necessary details. Details were collected from these: units through mailed questionnaires designed for the purpose. The study highlights the profile of workers in the women's industrial units, but the profile of the entrepreneurs is neglected. Problems faced by women entrepreneurs are analysed under the following major heads viz., capital, raw materials, marketing, competition from other units and availability of power. But the conclusions drawn from the survey are not on proper empirical support. It also includes suggestions of entrepreneurs. The major findings of the study are as follows : Nearly 82 per cent of the women's industrial units are functioning throughout the year. Proprietory concerns and co—operative societies are the popular ones. Majority of the units are running on profit. Women's units are still in their infancy and so the problems faced by them are many. The characteristics of having other business or sister concerns is lacking among women entrepreneurs. Nearly 94 per cent of the employees are permanent. About four-fifth (81%) of the workers are full time employees. Only a very small proportion of the employees (1%) get a reasonable income that is above Rs.50O per month. The workers are very young and 63 per cent
workers have no experience at all.
Description:
Department of Applied Economics,
Cochin University of Science and Technology
Antony, K J; Dr.George, C M(Cochin University of Science and Technology, March 30, 1989)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
The thesis entitled Personnel Management Practices in the Kerala-Based Scheduled Commercial Banks. Personnel management function is of cardinal importance, requiring a sophisticated and scientific approach. In a labour-intensive, service industry like banking. Productivity and ultimate profitability of the entire organization depend considerably on the effectiveness with which personnel management function is executed; and the prudence with which personnel problems are handle. The main objectives of the study are to understand the current status of personnel management functions in the banks and to evaluate the practices in the light of the principles and theories of personnel management so as to identify the strengths and weaknesses. The universe of this study is the eight Scheduled Commercial Banks based in Kerala. The major limitation of the study is that as State Bank of Travancore, the lone public sector bank based in Kerala did not grant permission for collection of data, this study had to be confined to private sector banks only. Almost the entire data used for this study are primary and were collected from the files and other records or the concerned banks. This report has chapters dealing with the functional areas of personnel management such as determination of human resource requirements, recruitment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal, promotions and compensation. Findings reveal that the practice of personnel management in the Kerala-based private sector scheduled commercial banks has not gained a degree of sophistication compatible with its role in modern business management.
Description:
School of Management
studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology
Emmanuel, Kadudose A; Dr.Sankaranarayanan, K C(Cochin University of Science and Technology, August 9, 1989)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
This thesis Entitled Socio-Economic Survey of a Specific village.For the purpose of analysis the thesis is divided into nine chapters. The first chapter introduces the subject of study and explains the significance of the study.It also provides the profile of the village. Chapter two deals with the different aspects of agriculture in the village.Chapter three discusses the problems of industrialisation in the Village. Chapter four is on village administration. It elaborates on the services rendered by government machinery in facilitating the development of agriculture and industry in the village.Chapter five explains the ways and means of marketing of village produce, both industrial and agricultural origin. It also explains the relevance of intra village connections in facilitating marketing.Chapter seven provides information regarding the income and expenditure pattern of the village.Chapter eight is on village social life. It explains the social life of the villagers, including religious
Description:
Department of Applied Economics, Cochin
University of Science and Technology
Jacob,T V; Dr.Ramachandra, Poduval P(Cochin University of Science and Technology, March 30, 1990)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
The term 'organisation' is used in different contexts. In this study,
organisation is considered as a 'socio—technical system. Alienation, as a term and as a theme, are found in many writings from very early times. But the concept and emphasis differ. The writers who have explained alienation includes theologians, philosophers, anthropologists, economists, political scientists, historians, psychologists and sociologists
Description:
School of Management Studies, Cochin University of
Science and Technology
Kunhaman,M; Dr.Sukumaran Nair, M K(Cochin University of Science and Technology, April 5, 1990)
[+]
[-]
Abstract:
This thesis entitled “Development planning at the state level in india a case study with reference to kerala1957-84.Planning in India is a concurrent subject with the Centre and the States having well-defined domains of jurisdiction with regard to planning functions and sources of resource mobilisation.The genesis of the lack of academic interest in state level planning is in the widely held belief that in the extent scheme of Centre-State economic relations, the states have little scope for initiative in planning.Both at the theoretical and empirical levels, Kerala has attached very great importance to planning.It has been the localeof wide and deep discussions on the various dimensions of planning.In Kerala's development process, the leading sector consists of social services such as education and public healthOne point that needs special emphasis in this regard is that the high demand for education in Kerala cannot be attributed to the Keralites' ‘unique urge‘ for education. Rather, it is related to the very high level of unemployment in the state (Kerala has the highest level of unemployment in the country.In resource allocation under the Five Year Plans, Kerala attached the highest weightage to power generation, hydro-electric projects being the major source of power in the state. Nearly one-fourth of the plan resources has been claimed by hydro-electric projects.In the agricultural sector, Kera1a's level of productive use of electric power is one of the lowest.As is evident.from above, planning in Kerala has not enabled us to solve the basic problems of the state. More 'scientific' planning in the sense of applying mre sophisticated planning techniques is obviously not the answer. It, on the contrary, consists of more fundamental changes some of which can be brought about through an effective use of measures well within the power of the State Government.
Description:
Department of Applied Economics, Cochin
University of Science and Technology