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CRD413Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Agricultural Cooperatives

This course explores agricultural cooperatives, their roles in development, and their various types and functions. It covers topics such as farm labor efficiency, cost-effective farm management, and environment-friendly practices. The course also examines national policies, government and NGO involvement, and credit cooperatives. Students will learn about storage, processing, marketing, and insurance within the context of agricultural cooperatives, and compare cooperative models across different countries.

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45h

Study Time

13

Weeks

3h

Per Week

basic

Math Level

Course Keywords

Agricultural CooperativesFarm ManagementRural DevelopmentAgricultural InsuranceCooperative Marketing

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

Agricultural Cooperative Models

2

Farm Labor Efficiency

3

Cost-Effective Farm Management

4

Environment-Friendly Farm Practices

5

National Policy on Agricultural Cooperatives

6

Government and NGO Roles in Cooperative Development

7

Agricultural Credit Cooperatives

8

Storage and Processing of Agricultural Products

9

Agricultural Marketing and Supply Chains

10

Agricultural Insurance

11

Comparative Cooperative Systems

Total Topics11 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

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Agricultural Extension Officer

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Rural Development Officer

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Agricultural Policy Analyst

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Farm Management Consultant

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureRural DevelopmentCooperative BankingAgricultural InsuranceAgribusiness

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: Meaning of Agricultural Cooperatives and their Roles in Agricultural Development

2 study hours

•Read Unit 1: Meaning of Agricultural Cooperatives and their Roles in Agricultural Development
•Understand the definition of agricultural cooperatives and their importance.
•Identify the various roles of agricultural cooperatives in agricultural development.

Week

2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: The Different uses of Agricultural Cooperatives

2 study hours

•Study Unit 2: The Different uses of Agricultural Cooperatives
•Examine how agricultural cooperatives promote farm labor efficiency.
•Analyze the cost-effective ways of managing farms through cooperatives.

Week

3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 3: Types and Functions of Agricultural Cooperatives

2 study hours

•Review Unit 3: Types and Functions of Agricultural Cooperatives
•Identify the different types of agricultural cooperatives.
•Understand the functions of agricultural cooperatives in supporting farmers.

Week

4

Module 1:

2h

Unit 4: Types and Functions of Agricultural Production Cooperatives

2 study hours

•Study Unit 4: Types and Functions of Agricultural Production Cooperatives
•Learn about group/joint farming cooperatives and their benefits.
•Understand the concept of tenant farming cooperatives and farm settlements.

Week

5

Module 1:

2h

Unit 5: Types and Functions of Service Cooperatives

2 study hours

•Study Unit 5: Types and Functions of Service Cooperatives
•Examine thrift and credit cooperative societies.
•Understand supply and marketing cooperatives and their functions.

Week

6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: Problems of Agricultural Cooperatives in Nigeria and Solutions

2 study hours

•Study Unit 1: Problems of Agricultural Cooperatives in Nigeria and Solutions
•Identify the problems affecting agricultural cooperatives in Nigeria.
•Propose solutions to address these challenges.

Week

7

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: National Policy on Agricultural Cooperatives

2 study hours

•Study Unit 2: National Policy on Agricultural Cooperatives
•Analyze the historical context of national policies on agricultural cooperatives.
•Understand the objectives and strategies of these policies.

Week

8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: The Roles of Government in the Development of Agricultural Cooperatives

2 study hours

•Study Unit 3: The Roles of Government in the Development of Agricultural Cooperatives
•Examine the government's role in financing, training, and promoting agricultural cooperatives.
•Understand the problems associated with government intervention.

Week

9

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: The Roles of Non – Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in Agricultural Cooperative Development

2 study hours

•Study Unit 4: The Roles of Non – Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in Agricultural Cooperative Development
•Understand the roles of NGOs in providing grants, training, and funding.
•Identify problems associated with NGO intervention.

Week

10

Module 2:

2h

Unit 5: Types of Agricultural Credit Cooperatives

2 study hours

•Study Unit 5: Types of Agricultural Credit Cooperatives
•Examine bridging credit, crop credit, and livestock credit.
•Understand social credit and capital development credit.

Week

11

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Costs and Benefits of Storage and Processing of Agricultural Produce

2 study hours

•Study Unit 1: Costs and Benefits of Storage and Processing of Agricultural Produce
•Analyze the costs and benefits of storing agricultural products.
•Understand the factors influencing storage and the risks involved.

Unit 2: Forms and Operations of a Typical Agro Input Supply Cooperative

2 study hours

•Review Unit 2: Forms and Operations of a Typical Agro Input Supply Cooperative
•Understand the forms and operations of agro-input supply cooperatives.
•Examine the marketing of agricultural products and supply of farm inputs.

Week

12

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: The Roles of Cooperatives in Agricultural Insurance

2 study hours

•Study Unit 3: The Roles of Cooperatives in Agricultural Insurance
•Understand the roles of cooperatives in agricultural insurance.
•Examine insurance education and prompt payment of premiums.

Unit 4: Aims, Objectives and Problems of some Nigerian Agricultural Cooperative Promotion Institutions

2 study hours

•Review Unit 4: Aims, Objectives and Problems of some Nigerian Agricultural Cooperative Promotion Institutions
•Understand the aims, objectives, and problems of Nigerian agricultural cooperative promotion institutions.
•Analyze the effectiveness of these institutions.

Week

13

Module 3:

4h

Unit 5: Comparative Study of the Origin, Types, Structures, Achievements and Problems of Agricultural Cooperatives in some Selected Countries

4 study hours

•Study Unit 5: Comparative Study of the Origin, Types, Structures, Achievements and Problems of Agricultural Cooperatives in some Selected Countries
•Compare agricultural cooperatives in Ireland, India, USA, Germany, Russia, Tanzania and Japan.
•Analyze the different models and their effectiveness.

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 detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key concepts and definitions.

2

Develop comparative charts outlining the different types of agricultural cooperatives and their functions (Units 3-5).

3

Practice applying the concepts of farm labor efficiency and cost-effective farm management to real-world scenarios (Unit 2, Module 1).

4

Analyze case studies of successful and unsuccessful agricultural cooperatives in Nigeria and other countries (Units 1, Module 2 and Unit 5, Module 3).

5

Review national policies and government/NGO roles, focusing on their impact on cooperative development (Units 2-4, Module 2).

6

Prepare a comprehensive overview of the costs and benefits of storage, processing, and marketing (Unit 1, Module 3).

7

Practice answering essay questions related to the roles of cooperatives in agricultural insurance (Unit 3, Module 3).

8

Create concept maps linking the aims, objectives, and problems of Nigerian agricultural cooperative promotion institutions (Unit 4, Module 3).

9

Compare and contrast agricultural cooperative systems in different countries, focusing on their strengths and weaknesses (Unit 5, Module 3).

10

Allocate study time proportionally to the weight of each module in the final examination.

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