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CRD403Management Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Comparative Cooperatives

This course provides basic knowledge about Comparative Cooperative. It covers topics such as the meaning of cooperative, the scope of Comparative Cooperative, historical development, and different approaches to its study. The course also explores cooperative systems in various countries, including Japan, Brazil, England, France, Jamaica, Nigeria, and Afghanistan. The aim is to enable learners to understand and compare cooperative practices worldwide.

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45h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

Comparative CooperativeCooperative SystemsInternational CooperationCooperative DevelopmentHistorical Analysis

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

Basic Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Meaning of Cooperative

2

Scope of Comparative Cooperative

3

Historical Development of Comparative Cooperative

4

Approaches to the Study of Comparative Cooperative

5

Cooperative Systems in Europe

6

Cooperative Systems in Asia

7

Cooperative Systems in Africa

8

International Cooperative Organizations

Total Topics8 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

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Cooperative Manager

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Development Officer

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Policy Analyst

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Researcher

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Community Development Coordinator

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureFinanceRetailCommunity DevelopmentInternational Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: Meaning of Cooperative

2 study hours

•Define the term Cooperative and identify its core principles.
•Explain the concept of Comparative Cooperative and its significance.

Week

2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: Scope of Comparative Cooperative

2 study hours

•Discuss the interdisciplinary nature of Comparative Cooperative.
•Identify the various subjects that contribute to the field.

Week

3

Module 1:

3h

Unit 3: Historical Development of Comparative Cooperative

3 study hours

•Outline the key phases in the historical development of Comparative Cooperative.
•Trace the evolution of cooperative practices from ancient times to the present.

Week

4

Module 1:

2h

Unit 4: Approaches to the Study of Comparative Cooperative

2 study hours

•Compare and contrast different approaches to studying Comparative Cooperative.
•Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of each approach.

Week

5

Module 1:

2h

Unit 5: Factors for Sustain the Learning of Comparative Cooperative

2 study hours

•Identify factors that contribute to the sustainability of learning Comparative Cooperative.
•Discuss the qualities of an effective Cooperative Comparativist.

Week

6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: The Development of Cooperatives in Europe

3 study hours

•Discuss the historical context and key developments of cooperatives in Europe, focusing on Britain, Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
•Analyze the factors that contributed to the growth and success of cooperative movements in these countries.

Week

7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Importance of Agricultural Cooperatives in Britain, Demark, Norway and Sweden

3 study hours

•Examine the role of agricultural cooperatives in Britain, Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
•Assess the impact of these cooperatives on agricultural practices and rural economies.

Week

8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: Success of Consumers Cooperative Movement in Britain

2 study hours

•Analyze the factors that contributed to the success of consumer cooperatives in Britain.
•Evaluate the impact of consumer cooperatives on the British economy and society.

Week

9

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: The Pattern of Development of Cooperatives In Asia

2 study hours

•Describe the development of cooperatives in Asia, with a focus on India.
•Discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by cooperatives in the Asian context.

Week

10

Module 2:

2h

Unit 5: History of Agricultural Cooperative In U.S.A (AMERICA)

2 study hours

•Trace the history of agricultural cooperatives in the United States.
•Analyze the factors that have shaped the development of agricultural cooperatives in America.

Week

11

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: The development of Cooperatives in AFRICA-NIGERIA

2 study hours

•Examine the development of cooperatives in Africa, focusing on Nigeria.
•Discuss the unique challenges and opportunities faced by cooperatives in the African context.

Unit 2: Modern and traditional pattern of cooperation in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Compare and contrast modern and traditional patterns of cooperation in Nigeria.
•Analyze the factors that have influenced the evolution of cooperative practices in Nigeria.

Week

12

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: The Structure of the cooperative movement in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Describe the structure of the cooperative movement in Nigeria.
•Analyze the roles and responsibilities of different levels of cooperative organizations.

Unit 4: History, objectives and the importance of the international cooperative alliance

2 study hours

•Discuss the history, objectives, and importance of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA).
•Analyze the role of the ICA in promoting cooperative development worldwide.

Week

13

Module 3:

3h

Unit 5: The role of International Agency for Cooperative Development (ICD), World Council of Credit Unions - WOCCU and IFAP – International Federation of Agricultural Producers, International fund for Agricultural development (IFAD)

3 study hours

•Examine the roles of international agencies such as IACD, WOCCU, IFAP, and IFAD in cooperative development.
•Analyze the impact of these agencies on cooperative practices and policies.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events in the historical development of Comparative Cooperative (Unit 3, Module 1).

2

Develop a comparative chart outlining the cooperative systems of different countries (Units in Module 2).

3

Practice applying different approaches to the study of Comparative Cooperative using case studies (Unit 4, Module 1).

4

Review the roles and responsibilities of international cooperative organizations (Unit 5, Module 3).

5

Focus on understanding the principles and values of cooperative as outlined in Unit 1, Module 1.

6

Prepare summaries of each unit, highlighting key concepts and examples.

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