M.Comm. / The case method can serve as an instrument to improve the learner's skills across a wide spectrum. It is extremely important that the theoretical background of the learner be focused in such a way to be of practical use for the embryo-manager. The correct use of the case method is a powerful tool for the developer, but incorrectly used, it can have negative results. The case method relies on the learning-by-doing principle. The learner does not merely hear or read about situations within the work place, but experiences analysis and problem solving first-hand during the class discussion.The facilitator ought not use the first case study he lays his hands on when planning a class discussion. Cases must be selected with great care, to suit the learning objectives and must take into account the learners' level of knowledge and development. The use of a standardised classification matrix can assist the facilitator to identify the appropriate case study. Before a learner can be expected to analyse and discuss cases, he/she should receive the necessary guidance beforehand. The use of a set of generic guidelines in case analysis, should enable the learner to solve virtually any case he/she is confronted with. As the learner gains experience in case analysis, the generic guidelines can be adapted to conform with the learners specific needs as well as with the specific nature of the case under discussion. Research regarding the use of the case method to develop managerial skills is still totally inadequate.

Call number: LD2668 .T4 1984 R69 / Master of Landscape Architecture

published_or_final_version / Business Administration / Master / Master of Business Administration

Thesis. 1977. M.S.--Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Alfred P. Sloan School of Management. / MICROFICHE COPY AVAILABLE IN ARCHIVES AND DEWEY. / Bibliography : leaf 72. / M.S.

D.Ed. (Didactic Education) / This study is primarily concerned with the notion that curricula can generally be made more viable. Research into the problematic of viable curricula has brought the author to the conclusion that viability of teaching programmes can be traced back to definite PRINCIPLES for curriculum design. The first of the principles which has received prominent attention is that of SITUATION ANALYSIS. It is pointed out that an analysis of all the determinants of a given situation for which a curriculum is to be designed gives a clear indication of what AIMS, GOALS or OBJECTIVES are to be pursued, provided such an analysis cuts to the bone. The aims, in turn point to CONTENTS that are to be handled in the course of the operations. There is a very intimate relationship between aims and content; in the teaching-learning context.

M.Com. / The purpose of this study is to identify important factors for the formulation of a strategy for the management of change within the Johannesburg region of the Allied/United division of ABSA. The need for such a strategy arose after indications of a low level of motivation and a negative climate were identified within the organization. In this study the level of motivation and the climate is tested and the connection of these aspects with the process of change taking place within ABSA is studied. The situations within Allied and United are also compared...

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This study is based on the premise that it is important to understand how niche marketers manage the process of farm level adaptive change. A review of the relevent literature revealed the limitations of research on the strategic planning process pertaining to small business. A normative model of the strategic planning process was synthesised and used as an anyalystical framework to assess the planning behaviour of agricultural niche marketers in the study. On completion of a review of research methodologies for the social sciences, the multiple-case holistic design was selected. Data was collected and analyzed. The principal analytical method used was pattern matching. The technique of explanation building was applied in order to draw conclusions about the correspondence between the normative model and the actual planning practices of agricultural niche marketers. A revise model of the planning process is then proposed. / viii, 100, vi leaves : ill. ; 29 cm.

published_or_final_version / Business Administration / Master / Master of Business Administration

by Wong Ching-Ngok. / Thesis (M.B.A.)--Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1998. / Includes bibliographical references (leaf 37). / TABLE OF CONTENTS --- p.iii / Chapter / Chapter I. --- INTRODUCTION --- p.1 / Chapter II --- METHODOLOGY --- p.5 / Chapter III --- LITERATURE REVIEW --- p.7 / Chapter IV --- ANALYSIS --- p.13 / Equator --- p.13 / Data Standards --- p.15 / Supply Standard --- p.15 / Capacity/Tradeoffs --- p.17 / Yield --- p.18 / Cycle Time --- p.18 / Master Data --- p.18 / Stage Process Codes --- p.19 / Planning Device --- p.22 / Demand Standard --- p.23 / Customer --- p.24 / Forecasting Device --- p.26 / Inventory Target --- p.26 / Demand Prioritization --- p.26 / Product --- p.27 / Request for Product --- p.28 / Bill of Material Standards --- p.28 / Chapter V --- CONCLUSION/COMMENTS --- p.32 / Employee Feedback --- p.32 / Customer Comments --- p.33 / Looking Forward --- p.34 / BIBLIOGRAPHY --- p.36