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COP114Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Cooperative Principles

This course introduces the principles of co-operation, exploring their historical roots and evolution. It examines the socio-economic conditions in Britain that led to the rise of co-operative movements, focusing on the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers. The course covers the structure and objectives of the International Co-operative Alliance (ICA), reviews co-operative principles, and discusses member economic participation. It also addresses autonomy, independence, education, training, and community concern within co-operative frameworks, providing a comprehensive understanding of co-operative principles and practices.

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45.5h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Co-operative PrinciplesRochdale PioneersICAMember ParticipationCommunity Development

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Socio-Economic Circumstances in Britain (1750-1850)

2

Reactions of Workers and Social Reformers

3

Rochdale Equitable Pioneers

4

Principles, Practice, and Ideals of Co-operation

5

International Co-operative Alliance (ICA)

6

Co-operative Autonomy and Independence

7

Co-operative Education, Training, and Information

8

Co-operation among Co-operatives

9

Concern for the Community

Total Topics9 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

Career Opportunities

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Co-operative Manager

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Credit Officer

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Community Development Officer

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Policy Analyst

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Business Development Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureFinanceRetailHousingCommunity Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 1: Socio-Economic Circumstances in Britain Between 1750-1850

3 study hours
  • •Understand the subsistence economy and its limitations.
  • •Analyze the impact of the Industrial Revolution on British society.
  • •Identify key inventions and their effects on labor and living conditions.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 2: Reactions of the Workers and Social Reformers to the Socio-Economic Conditions in Britain

3 study hours
  • •Examine worker reactions to exploitation and harsh conditions.
  • •Study the roles of Robert Owen and Dr. William King in social reform.
  • •Evaluate the contributions of social reformers to co-operative thought.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 3: The Rochdale Equitable Pioneers

3 study hours
  • •Identify reasons for the failure of early co-operatives.
  • •Trace the origin and techniques of the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers.
  • •Analyze the objectives and principles of the Rochdale Pioneers.
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 4: Principles, Practice and Ideals of Co-operation

3 study hours
  • •Define co-operative principles, practices, and ideals.
  • •Identify sources of co-operative principles.
  • •Distinguish between descriptive and prescriptive principles.
Week
5

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 5: The International Co-operative Alliance

3 study hours
  • •Describe the structure and objectives of the ICA.
  • •Explain the rights and duties of ICA members.
  • •Discuss the functions of the ICA in promoting co-operation.
Week
6

Module 2: Evolution of Co-operative Principles

3h

Unit 6: Review of 1937 Co-operative Principles by the ICA

3 study hours
  • •Review the Rochdale Equitable Pioneer Principles.
  • •Analyze the ICA's review of the principles in 1937.
  • •Discuss the reasons and implications of the 1937 review.
Week
7

Module 2: Evolution of Co-operative Principles

3h

Unit 7: Reviews of 1966, and 1972 Principles by the ICA in 1995

3 study hours
  • •Compare the co-operative principles of 1937 and 1966.
  • •Explain the reasons for changes in the principles.
  • •Describe the changes in the 1995 principles.
Week
8

Module 2: Evolution of Co-operative Principles

3h

Unit 8: 1st Principle - Voluntary and Open Membership

3 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning of voluntary membership.
  • •Describe what constitutes open membership.
  • •Show the relevance of voluntary membership to co-operative survival.
Week
9

Module 2: Evolution of Co-operative Principles

3h

Unit 9: 2nd Principle - Democratic Member Control

3 study hours
  • •Describe the importance of democratic member control.
  • •List the problems associated with democratic member control.
  • •Explain the relevance of democratic member control in co-operative management.
Week
10

Module 3: Core Co-operative Values

3h

Unit 10: 3rd Principle-Member Economic Participation (Limited Interest on Capital)

3 study hours
  • •List the implications of limited interest on capital.
  • •Analyze the implications of limited interest on capital.
  • •Explain how these implications affect co-operative business.
Week
11

Module 3: Core Co-operative Values

3h

Unit 11: Equitable Distribution of Surplus

3 study hours
  • •Explain the nature of equitable distribution of surpluses.
  • •Describe techniques for distributing co-operative surpluses.
  • •Distinguish between co-operative surplus and profit in non-co-operative businesses.
Week
12

Module 3: Core Co-operative Values

3h

Unit 12: Autonomy and Independence

3 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning of co-operative autonomy.
  • •Describe the various ways co-operative autonomy is restricted.
  • •Analyze the relationship between co-operative autonomy and government.
Week
13

Module 3: Core Co-operative Values

3h

Unit 13: Co-operative Autonomy (The Practice and Necessary Conditions)

3 study hours
  • •Describe ways a co-operative society exercises its autonomy.
  • •Explain the necessary conditions for meaningful co-operative autonomy.
  • •Examine legal provisions that facilitate co-operative autonomy.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events and reforms in the history of co-operative principles (Units 1-7).

2

Develop concept maps linking each co-operative principle to its practical application (Units 8-13).

3

Practice applying the principles to different co-operative models (consumer, credit, agricultural).

4

Review the structure, objectives, and functions of the International Co-operative Alliance (ICA) (Unit 5).

5

Focus on understanding the conditions necessary for co-operative autonomy and community development (Units 12-17).

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