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Cooperative Legislation

This course on Cooperative Legislation is designed for undergraduate students in Cooperative and Rural Development. It provides an understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of cooperative legislation. The course explores the history of cooperative legislation in Nigeria, the functions of the Registrar of Cooperative Societies, and the processes involved in the registration and promotion of cooperative organizations. It also covers the examination, inquiry, liquidation, and arbitration of cooperative societies.

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78h
Study Time
13
Weeks
6h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Cooperative LegislationNigeriaRegistrarBye-lawsArbitration

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

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

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Cooperative Legislation

2

History of Cooperative Legislation in Nigeria

3

Registrar of Cooperative Societies

4

Registration of Cooperative Societies

5

Management Committees

6

Audit and Inspection of Cooperatives

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

Career Opportunities

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Cooperative Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Rural Development Officer

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Policy Analyst

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Legal Advisor

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Auditor

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureFinanceCommunity DevelopmentGovernmentNon-profit Organizations

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: Nature and Concept of Cooperative Legislation

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Understand the nature and concept of cooperative legislation.
  • •Define key terms like 'law' and 'cooperative legislation'.
  • •Examine the role of cooperative bye-laws and principal legislation.
Week
2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: Historical Antecedents of Cooperative Legislation in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Explore the historical antecedents of cooperative legislation in Nigeria.
  • •Compare pre-independence and post-independence legislations.
  • •Distinguish between cooperative legislations and various components.
Week
3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 3: Cooperative Legislation, Practice and Procedure

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Understand cooperative legislation, practice, and procedure.
  • •Differentiate between direction, supervision, control, and execution.
  • •List and explain the functions of the legislature in cooperative administration.
Week
4

Module 1:

2h

Unit 4: The Registrar of Cooperatives

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Study the role and functions of the Registrar of Cooperatives.
  • •Understand the registers maintained by cooperative societies.
  • •List the returns to be submitted to the Registrar.
Week
5

Module 1:

4h

Unit 5: Nature of and Provisions in the Regulations/Rules of Cooperative Societies

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Examine the nature and provisions in the regulations/rules of cooperative societies.
  • •Explain the privileges of registered cooperative members.
  • •Assess the rights, liabilities, and duties of cooperative society members.

Unit 6: Sources of Cooperative Laws in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 6: Identify the sources of cooperative laws in Nigeria.
  • •Discuss the meaning of terms used in legal contexts.
  • •Enumerate the classes and theories of sources of law.
Week
6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: Registration of Cooperatives

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Understand the registration process of cooperatives.
  • •Discuss the criteria for appointing a federal or state director of cooperatives.
  • •List the types of societies that may register as cooperatives.
Week
7

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: Functions of Boards of Director in a Cooperative Organisation

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Examine the functions of Boards of Directors in a cooperative organization.
  • •Discuss the qualifications of a director.
  • •Explain the various functions of the board of directors.
Week
8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: Nature of General Meetings in a Cooperative Society

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Understand the nature of general meetings in a cooperative society.
  • •Discuss how quorum is formed for general meetings.
  • •Explain how voting is conducted at general meetings.
Week
9

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: Nature of a Management Committee in a Cooperative Society

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Study the nature of a management committee in a cooperative society.
  • •Discuss the relevance of management committees in running cooperatives.
  • •Explain what could lead to the suppression of the management committee.
Week
10

Module 2:

4h

Unit 5: Roles of Management Committees

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Explore the roles of management committees.
  • •Explain the term 'management committee'.
  • •Identify and discuss the roles of the management committee of cooperative societies.

Unit 6: Composition of a Management Committee

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 6: Understand the composition of a management committee.
  • •Discuss the composition of the management committee of a cooperative society.
  • •Appreciate the distinct roles of the key officers of the management committee.
Week
11

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Functions of the Officials of Management Committee

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Study the functions of the officials of the management committee.
  • •Discuss the key officials of management committees.
  • •Identify the functions of the officials of the management committees of cooperative societies.

Unit 2: Delegation of Management Committee Functions

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Understand the delegation of management committee functions.
  • •Appreciate reasons for effective delegation of responsibilities.
  • •Examine processes for choosing to delegate responsibilities.
Week
12

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: Audit Inspection and Enquiry Committee

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Explore audit inspection and enquiry committee.
  • •Define who an auditor is.
  • •Enumerate and explain the duties and powers of auditors.

Unit 4: Procedures for Auditor's Appointment

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Study the procedures for auditors' appointment.
  • •Describe who auditors are.
  • •Explain the procedure for the appointment of auditors.
Week
13

Module 3:

4h

Unit 5: Functions and Powers of Auditors

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Examine the functions and powers of auditors.
  • •Discuss the meaning of auditing in cooperative studies.
  • •Identify the types of auditors in the internal financial management of cooperative societies.

Unit 6: Inquiry and Inspection of Cooperatives

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 6: Understand inquiry and inspection of cooperative societies.
  • •Describe how inquiry and inspection commences.
  • •Explain the expenses of the inquiry.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all study units and focus on key concepts and definitions.

2

Create summaries of each module to consolidate your understanding.

3

Practice answering past examination questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format.

4

Pay close attention to the legal and regulatory aspects of cooperative legislation.

5

Understand the roles and responsibilities of cooperative officials and committees.

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