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CRD409Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Cooperative Seminar

This course is designed as a seminar in Cooperative Management, a 2-credit unit course for final year B.Sc. Cooperative and Rural Development students. It focuses on independent presentations, requiring students to present papers on supervisor-approved topics. Assessment is based on knowledge of cooperative management, comportment, and communication skills. The seminar aims to familiarize students with cooperative management issues, develop analytical and project reporting skills, and enhance competence in statistical analyses and academic writing.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Cooperative ManagementSeminar PresentationResearch SkillsProject ReportingAnalytical Skills

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
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Cooperative Management

2

Research Methodology

3

Seminar Presentation Skills

4

Business Feasibility Study

5

Cooperative Finance

6

Rural Development

7

Trade Unions

8

Local Government

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 (1 methods)

seminar presentation

Team-based learning and peer interaction

Group Work

Career Opportunities

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Cooperative Manager

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Rural Development Officer

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Business Analyst

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Project Coordinator

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Researcher

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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: Seminar Paper Outline

3h

Unit 1: Introduction

3 study hours
  • •Review the general overview of seminar expectations.
  • •Define a specific problem or research question related to cooperative management.
  • •Set clear study objectives for your seminar paper.
Week
2

Module 1: Seminar Paper Outline

4h

Unit 2: Literature Review

4 study hours
  • •Conduct a literature review on your chosen topic.
  • •Identify relevant sources and synthesize information.
  • •Organize your review to support your research questions.
Week
3

Module 1: Seminar Paper Outline

4h

Unit 3: Research Methodology

4 study hours
  • •Define the study location for your research.
  • •Determine the data and sampling procedure.
  • •Select appropriate analytical techniques for your data.
Week
4

Module 1: Seminar Paper Outline

4h

Unit 4: Results and Discussion

4 study hours
  • •Analyze and interpret your research results.
  • •Discuss the implications of your findings.
  • •Relate your results to existing literature.
Week
5

Module 1: Seminar Paper Outline

3h

Unit 5: Conclusion and Recommendations

3 study hours
  • •Summarize your key findings and conclusions.
  • •Provide recommendations based on your research.
  • •Ensure your recommendations are practical and actionable.
Week
6

Module 1: Seminar Paper Outline

3h

Unit 6: References

3 study hours
  • •Properly cite all sources using the APA format.
  • •Ensure your reference list is comprehensive and accurate.
  • •Double-check all citations for consistency.
Week
7

Module 2: Areas for Topic Selection

4h

Unit 1: Identification and Choice of Cooperative Business Opportunities

4 study hours
  • •Explore cooperative business opportunities.
  • •Analyze the feasibility of different business ventures.
  • •Identify key factors for starting a small business.
Week
8

Module 2: Areas for Topic Selection

4h

Unit 2: Business Feasibility Study and Bankable Business Proposals

4 study hours
  • •Learn how to conduct a business feasibility study.
  • •Understand the components of a bankable business proposal.
  • •Identify sources of cooperative business finance.
Week
9

Module 2: Areas for Topic Selection

4h

Unit 3: Pricing Principles, Demand Analysis, and Cooperative Management Problems

4 study hours
  • •Examine pricing principles and competitive business analysis.
  • •Conduct demand analysis for cooperative products.
  • •Address cooperative management problems and financing.
Week
10

Module 2: Areas for Topic Selection

4h

Unit 4: Cooperatives, Self-Employment, and Development

4 study hours
  • •Investigate the relationship between cooperatives and self-employment.
  • •Analyze the organizing and management problems of cooperatives.
  • •Explore the prospects of cooperatives in rural and urban development.
Week
11

Module 2: Areas for Topic Selection

4h

Unit 5: Cooperatives, Industrialization, Trade Unions, and Mass Literacy

4 study hours
  • •Study the role of cooperatives in industrialization.
  • •Examine the relationship between cooperatives and trade unions.
  • •Assess the impact of cooperatives on mass literacy.
Week
12

Module 2: Areas for Topic Selection

4h

Unit 6: Cooperatives, Democracy, Government, and Officialization

4 study hours
  • •Analyze the dynamics of cooperatives, democracy, and efficiency.
  • •Examine the relationship between cooperatives and local/state government.
  • •Discuss officialization and de-officialization of cooperatives.
Week
13

Module 3: Final Preparations

5h

Final Revision and Seminar Preparation

5 study hours
  • •Review the entire course material.
  • •Prepare for the seminar presentation.
  • •Practice answering potential questions.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Thoroughly review all seminar paper outline components.

2

Practice your presentation within the given time limit.

3

Anticipate potential questions and prepare concise answers.

4

Focus on demonstrating a clear understanding of your research methodology.

5

Ensure your recommendations are practical and well-supported by your findings.

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