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COP311Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Principles & Practices Of Cooperatives

This course introduces the principles and practice of co-operation, building upon foundational knowledge from COP101. It explores the historical context of co-operative movements, including the Industrial Revolution's impact and the contributions of key figures like Robert Owen and Dr. William King. The course delves into the structure, management, and values of co-operatives, with a focus on the International Co-operative Alliance (ICA) guidelines and principles. It aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of co-operative enterprises and their role in economic and social development.

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48h

Study Time

13

Weeks

4h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Co-operationPrinciplesICARochdaleValues

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

Co-operative Principles

2

Industrial Revolution

3

Robert Owen

4

ICA

5

Co-operative Values

6

Rochdale Pioneers

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

Written Assessment

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Co-operative Manager

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Community Development Officer

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Social Enterprise Consultant

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Policy Advisor

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Credit Union Officer

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Industry Applications

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 1: Nature, Characteristics and Functions of Principles viz-a-viz Co-operatives

2 study hours

•Understand the nature and formation of principles.
•Differentiate between descriptive and normative principles.
•Explain the functions of principles in organizations.

Week

2

Module 1: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 2: Early Attempts to Form Co-operatives during the Industrial Revolution in Britain

2 study hours

•Describe the nature of the Industrial Revolution in Britain.
•Explain workers' reactions to the Industrial Revolution.
•Discuss the effects of the Industrial Revolution on workers' lives.

Week

3

Module 1: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 3: Robert Owen and His Contributions to the Development of Co-operative Principles

2 study hours

•Discuss Robert Owen's background and his efforts to improve workers' living standards.
•Compare Owen's activities with those of other capitalists.
•Evaluate Owen's efforts in relation to co-operative practices.

Week

4

Module 1: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 4: Dr William King and His Contributions to Developing Co-operative Principles

2 study hours

•Discuss Dr. William King's activities and his role in the Brighton Co-operative Society.
•Explain the administration and management of the Brighton Co-operative Society.
•List the contrasts between Robert Owen and Dr. King.

Week

5

Module 1: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 5: The Contributions of Franz Schulze to the Development of Co-operative Principles

2 study hours

•Give a brief history of Franz Schulze.
•Explain the circumstances leading to the formation of the co-operative in Delitzsch.
•Discuss the principles of co-operation as propounded by Schulze.

Week

6

Module 2: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 1: Friedrich Raiffessein and His Co-operative Principles

2 study hours

•Provide a brief historical background of Friedrich Raiffeissen.
•Discuss his efforts in the formation of associations along co-operative lines.
•Outline and comment on his principles of co-operation.

Week

7

Module 2: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 2: The First Successful Co-operative Organisation in the World: The Rockdale Equitable Pioneers (R.E.P)

2 study hours

•Discuss the reasons why earlier co-operative societies failed.
•Describe the formation of the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers (REP).
•Explain the management and plans of the REP.

Week

8

Module 2: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 3: The Rochdale Equitable Pioneers (REP): Characteristics, Rules and Activities

2 study hours

•Describe the characteristics of the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers.
•Explain the rules and methods of the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers.
•Give reasons for the success of the REP.

Week

9

Module 2: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 4: The International Co-operative Alliance (I.C.A.)

2 study hours

•Describe the shortcomings of the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers' principles of co-operation.
•Explain the formation of the ICA.
•Give the mission and objectives of the ICA.

Week

10

Module 2: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 5: The 1937 Review of the Co-operative Principles

2 study hours

•Give reasons why the 1937 review of the co-operative principles was necessary.
•Discuss the relevance of the committee set up for the review.
•Explain the implementation of the report and its effects.

Week

11

Module 3: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 1: The 1966 I.C.A Principles for Co-operation and Their Reformation in 1972

2 study hours

•Explain the circumstances that necessitated the 1966 review exercise.
•Describe the setting up of the review commission and its report.
•Explain the decisions of the ICA based on the 1972 reformulation.

Week

12

Module 3: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 2: The Statement of Co-operative Identity by the I.C.A

2 study hours

•Explain the background activities leading to the 1995 congress.
•Define a co-operative based on the co-operative identity.
•List the values of co-operatives.

Week

13

Module 3: Principles and Practice of Co-Operation

2h

Unit 3: Definition, Features and Values of a Co-operative as Given by the I.C.A

2 study hours

•Write the formal definition of a co-operative society.
•Discuss the features/characteristics of a co-operative society.
•Describe the values of co-operatives.

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 events and figures in co-operative history (Units 2-5).

2

Compare and contrast the principles advocated by Owen, King, Schulze, and Raiffeissen (Modules 1 & 2).

3

Focus on the ICA's role in standardizing co-operative principles (Module 3).

4

Practice applying the 1995 ICA principles to real-world co-operative scenarios (Units 4 & 5, Module 3).

5

Review the characteristics and rules of the Rochdale Equitable Pioneers (Module 2, Unit 3).

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