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COP413Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Cooperative Field Administration & Planning

This course introduces students to the application of cooperative legislation, laws, and procedures in the administration and management of cooperative businesses in Nigeria. It acquaints learners with the procedures and practices of cooperative societies, providing analytical tools for decision-making. Cooperative managers will understand the concept and policy of cooperatives to successfully run cooperative businesses.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Cooperative AdministrationFieldworkCooperative LegislationCooperative ManagementAuditing

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Cooperative Fieldwork

2

Inspection Duties

3

Cooperative Education

4

Advisory Duties

5

Audit Duties

6

Arbitration

7

Liquidation and Dissolution

8

Report Preparation

9

Supervision and Control

10

Computer Applications

Total Topics10 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

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Cooperative Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Cooperative Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Field Administrator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Auditor

Apply your skills in this growing field

Arbitrator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureFinanceRetailCommunity Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 1: The Meaning of Cooperative Field Work

2 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of cooperative field work and its importance.
  • •Identify the nature and extent of a Cooperative Assistant's job.
  • •Learn about the promotional duties of cooperative managers.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 2: Activities of Cooperative Assistant after the Inaugural Meeting of Members

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the activities of cooperative field managers after the inaugural meeting.
  • •Understand the process of registering cooperative societies.
  • •Identify the documents necessary for registration and the evidence of registration.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 3: Inspection Duty of a Cooperative Assistant

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the responsibilities and aims of inspection.
  • •Assess the steps involved in inspection.
  • •Explain efficient inspection with knowledge in bookkeeping and operations.
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 4: The Books That Are Involved In The Inspection Exercise

2 study hours
  • •Define the minute book and the monthly analysis books (MAB).
  • •Explain the membership and attendance register (MAR).
  • •Understand the building and equipment register.
Week
5

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 5: Inspection of a Cooperative Thrift and Credit Society

2 study hours
  • •Explain the inspection and checking report of a cooperative thrift and credit society Ltd.
  • •Examine business and financial management.
  • •Describe the importance of minutes books, general administration, and general remarks.
Week
6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: The Vigour With Which Cooperative Assistant Execute Inspection Duty In The Past

2 study hours
  • •Describe regular payment of salaries and its impact on cooperative assistants.
  • •Explain the vigor with which cooperative assistants execute inspection duty in an unsuitable economic environment.
  • •Discuss how the actions of cooperative assistants can negatively influence the outcome of the society's activities.
Week
7

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: The Role Inspection Plays in the Growth of Cooperatives In Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Explain how inspection keeps the secretary/manager alert at all times.
  • •Describe the education duty of the cooperative assistant.
  • •Understand the role inspection plays in the growth of cooperatives in Nigeria.
Week
8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: Media of Propagating Co-Operative Education In Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the media of propagating cooperative education in Nigeria.
  • •Describe formal cooperative education and informal cooperative education.
  • •Understand the various methods used to educate cooperators.
Week
9

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: Advisory Duty of the Cooperative Manager (Assistant)

2 study hours
  • •Explain the advisory duty of the cooperative manager (assistant).
  • •Understand inquiry, term of reference, conduct of the inquiry, and preparation of the inquiry report.
  • •Describe the activities of the commissioner after the completion of the report and the action of the director of cooperatives after the inquiry.
Week
10

Module 3:

2h

Unit 1: Audit Duties and Auditing Of Cooperative Societies

2 study hours
  • •Discuss audit duties and auditing of cooperative societies.
  • •Explain the purpose of audit, method of audit, and audit duties.
  • •Describe inspection report checking and auditing, as well as payment vouchers.
Week
11

Module 3:

2h

Unit 2: Problems Facing Cooperative Audit Organisation

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the problems facing cooperative audit organizations.
  • •Understand the challenges in maintaining effective audit processes.
  • •Identify factors that hinder the audit process.
Week
12

Module 3:

2h

Unit 3: Arbitration

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the appointment of an arbitrator by the director and the activities of the arbitrator after appointment.
  • •Describe the significance of giving an award, distributing the award, and enforcing the arbitration award.
  • •State the advantages of arbitration over law court proceedings.
Week
13

Module 3:

2h

Unit 4: Liquidation and Dissolution

2 study hours
  • •Discuss liquidation and dissolution, and the factors that can lead to liquidation.
  • •Identify the types of dissolution and liquidation procedure for cooperatives.
  • •State how to appeal against dissolution/liquidation and the role of the director of cooperatives.

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

Review all unit objectives to ensure a comprehensive understanding of key concepts.

2

Create detailed summaries of each module, focusing on practical applications.

3

Practice writing inspection reports and economic survey reports based on sample scenarios.

4

Study cooperative legislation and regulations to understand the legal framework.

5

Review past tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and identify areas for improvement.

6

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 inspection concepts.

7

Practice report writing from Units 7-9 weekly.

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