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CLL203Law3 Unitsintermediate

Co-Operative Legislation

This course provides an understanding of the general principles of Cooperative Legislation. It covers the nature and history of cooperative legislation in Nigeria, the roles and functions of the Registrar of Cooperative Societies, and the promotion and registration of cooperative organizations. The course also explores cooperative societies' rules, general meetings, management committees, and the special role of the secretary. Additionally, it examines conflict resolution, bye-law preparation, and limitations of current cooperative laws.

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312h

Study Time

13

Weeks

24h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Cooperative LegislationNigerian LawRegistrar of CooperativesCooperative SocietiesBye-laws

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Cooperative Legislation

2

Historical Antecedents

3

Registrar of Cooperatives

4

General Meetings

5

Management Committees

6

Audit and Inspection

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Policy Analyst

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 1: Nature and concept of Cooperative Legislation

2 study hours

•Understand the nature and concept of cooperative legislation.
•Define cooperative legislation and its components.
•Examine the role of cooperative by-laws and principal legislation.

Week

2

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 2: Historical Antecedents of cooperative legislation in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Discuss the historical antecedents of cooperative legislation in Nigeria.
•Compare pre- and post-independence cooperative legislation.
•Identify the complementary roles of laws and regulations.

Week

3

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 3: Cooperative Legislation, Practice and Procedure

2 study hours

•Differentiate between direction, supervision, control, and execution.
•List and explain the functions of the legislature in cooperative governance.
•Understand the role of the legislature in determining activities, organization, and personnel.

Week

4

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 4: The Registrar of Cooperatives

2 study hours

•Describe the role and functions of the Registrar of Cooperatives.
•Identify the registers maintained by cooperative societies.
•List the returns to be submitted to the Registrar.

Week

5

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 5: Nature of and Provisions in the Regulations/Rules of Co-operative Societies

2 study hours

•Identify the regulations and rules guiding cooperative activities.
•Understand the privileges of registered cooperative members.
•Assess the rights, liabilities, and duties of cooperative members.

Week

6

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 6: Sources of Cooperative Laws in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Understand the meaning of the term 'Source' of cooperative law.
•Enumerate the classes and theories of sources of law.
•Explain the autochthony of cooperative law in Nigeria.

Week

7

Module 2: Cooperative Organization

2h

Unit 1: Registration of Cooperative

2 study hours

•Understand the criteria for appointing a Federal or State Director of Cooperatives.
•List the qualifications required for a Director.
•Discuss the types of societies that may register as cooperatives.

Week

8

Module 2: Cooperative Organization

2h

Unit 2: Functions of Boards of Director in a Co-operative Organization

2 study hours

•Understand the guidelines for selecting board of directors.
•Know the functions of the board of directors in cooperative management.
•Examine the qualifications of a director.

Week

9

Module 2: Cooperative Organization

2h

Unit 3: Nature of General Meetings in a Co-operative Society

2 study hours

•Understand how quorum is formed for general meetings.
•Appreciate the powers of annual general meetings.
•Understand how voting is conducted at general meetings.

Week

10

Module 2: Cooperative Organization

4h

Unit 4: Nature of a Management Committee in a Co-operative Society

2 study hours

•Understand the relevance of management committees.
•Explain what could lead to the suppression of management committees.
•Discuss the meetings of the management committee.

Unit 5: Roles of Management Committee

2 study hours

•Explain the term 'management committee'.
•Identify and discuss the roles of management committees.
•Understand the vision and leadership roles of the management committee.

Week

11

Module 2: Cooperative Organization

2h

Unit 6: Composition of a Management Committee

2 study hours

•Understand the composition of the management committee.
•Appreciate the distinct roles of the key officers.
•Examine the roles of the Chairperson, Secretary, and Treasurer.

Week

12

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Functions of the officials of management committee

2 study hours

•Know the key officials of management committees.
•Identify the functions of the officials.
•Understand the roles of the Treasurer, Secretary, and Chairperson.

Unit 2: Delegation of Management Committee functions

2 study hours

•Appreciate reasons for effective delegation of responsibilities.
•Examine processes for choosing to delegate responsibilities.
•Spotlight key points for effective delegation.

Week

13

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: Audit Inspection and enquiry committee

2 study hours

•Define who an auditor is.
•Enumerate and explain the duties and powers of auditors.
•Justify the relevance of audit and inquiry committees.

Unit 4: Procedures for Auditor's appointment

2 study hours

•Understand who auditors are.
•Know the procedure for the appointment of auditors.
•Understand what could lead to the termination of appointment of auditors.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key cooperative legislation milestones in Nigeria (Units 2, 6).

2

Develop flowcharts outlining the registration process for cooperative societies (Module 2).

3

Compare and contrast the powers and duties of the Registrar and management committees (Units 4, Module 2).

4

Practice drafting sample bye-law clauses based on different cooperative scenarios (Units 1, 5).

5

Analyze case studies of successful and unsuccessful cooperative liquidations (Module 4).

6

Focus on understanding the legal implications of decisions made by cooperative officers (Module 3).

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