Cooperative Entrepreneurship
- Management Sciences
- 800 level
- 2 credit units
- 174 pages
- 12 units
This course provides basic knowledge for students about Cooperative Entrepreneurship. It covers concepts of cooperative and entrepreneurship, the meaning of cooperative entrepreneurship, theories and principles, government policies and intervention programs, and the contributions of entrepreneurship to Nigeria's economic development. The course aims to teach students how to accomplish their entrepreneurial potentials through collective actions within cooperative associations.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of ENT826, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1: GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND PROGRAMMES DESIGNED TO ENHANCE ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT AMONG YOUTH AND WOMEN IN NIGERIAPage 143
- UNIT 2: CONTRIBUTIONS OF COOPERATIVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP TO NIGERIA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTPage 151
- UNIT 3: TRENDS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA: GOVERNMENT INTERVENTIONSPage 163
- UNIT 4: REVIEW OF PAST INITIATIVES AIMED AT PROMOTING ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SMEs IN NIGERIAPage 170
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
ENT826 · UNIT 1 CONCEPT OF COOPERATIVE
Cooperatives can take many forms but attempts have been made to produce a common definition and set of values and principles to unite cooperatives globally. To supplement this definition, a set of values and principles was also produced, in keeping with ideas that drove the original founders of the cooperative movement in the nineteenth century.
What you should be able to do
- Understand the principles of cooperative entrepreneurship
- Analyze government policies related to entrepreneurship
- Evaluate the role of SMEs in economic development
- Apply entrepreneurial theories to real-world scenarios
- Identify opportunities for cooperative ventures
- Assess the impact of entrepreneurship on community development
What it prepares you for
- Business Development Manager
- Cooperative Manager
- Entrepreneur
- SME Consultant
- Policy Advisor
- Agriculture
- Finance
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Community Development
- Government
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2:
Unit 2: Cooperative Principles: Its Relevance and Applicability to Cooperative Entrepreneurship
Understanding the nuances of applying cooperative principles in diverse business contexts requires careful analysis.
- Module 3:
Unit 1: Government policies and Programmes Designed to Enhance Entrepreneurship Development among Youth and Women in Nigeria
Requires understanding of complex government policies and their practical implications.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 104 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Concept of Cooperative · 8 hours
Define the concept of cooperative.. Discuss the ownership structure in a cooperative society.. Explain democratic governance and member benefits.. Identify different types of cooperatives..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Cooperative Unique Benefits · 8 hours
Identify and discuss the core objectives of a cooperative enterprise.. Explain the economic, social, educational, and ethical effects of cooperatives.. Compare and contrast cooperatives with other business models..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: Concept of Entrepreneurship · 8 hours
Define entrepreneurship and discuss its nature.. Identify pioneers in the field of entrepreneurship.. Explain the trait approach to defining entrepreneurship.. Differentiate between small business and entrepreneurship..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: Characteristics and Behavioural Traits of an Entrepreneurs · 8 hours
Discuss the characteristics of entrepreneurs.. Identify required skills for entrepreneurs.. Explore common characteristics of successful entrepreneurs..
- Week 5Module 1:
Unit 5: Types and Classification of Enterpreneurs · 8 hours
Classify different types of entrepreneurs based on various criteria.. Understand the roles each type of entrepreneur plays in economic development..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 1: Meaning of Cooperative Entrepreneurship · 8 hours
Explain the nature and concept of cooperative entrepreneurship.. Define cooperative entrepreneurship.. Identify what is needed to be a cooperative entrepreneur..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 2: Cooperative Principles: Its Relevance and Applicability to Cooperative Entrepreneurship · 8 hours
Identify and understand the seven universally accepted principles of cooperative.. Explain the relevance of cooperative principles to cooperative entrepreneurship.. Discuss the practical applicability of ICA principles to cooperative entrepreneurship..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 3: Entrepreneurship Theories and Practice · 8 hours
Explore perspectives on the emergence of entrepreneurship.. Understand the meaning of theory.. Discuss various theories of entrepreneurship..
- Week 9Module 3:
Unit 1: Government policies and Programmes Designed to Enhance Entrepreneurship Development among Youth and Women in Nigeria · 8 hours
Understand government efforts to empower youths and women through entrepreneurship.. Discuss the potential of youth entrepreneurship.. Identify the advantages of entrepreneurship among women..
- Week 10Module 3:
Unit 2: Contributions of Cooperative Entrepreneurship to Nigeria Economic Development · 8 hours
Explain the relationship between SMEs, entrepreneurship, and economic development.. Discuss the contributions of entrepreneurship and SMEs to economic development in Nigeria..
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 3: The Trend of Entrepreneurship Development in Nigeria: Government Interventions · 8 hours
Identify the trend of government interventions in entrepreneurship development in Nigeria.. Explore areas of micro-enterprise development in Nigeria..
- Week 12Module 3:
Unit 4: Review of Past Initiatives Aimed at Promoting Entrepreneurship and SMEs in Nigeria · 8 hours
Review past initiatives aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and SMEs in Nigeria..
- Week 13Final Revision
Final Revision · 8 hours
Review all modules and units.. Complete assignments and TMAs..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a study schedule allocating specific time for each module.
- Summarize key concepts and theories from each unit.
- Review case studies and examples of successful cooperative ventures.
- Practice answering essay questions on government policies and their impact.
- Form study groups to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.
Questions students ask about this course
What is ENT826 about?
This course provides basic knowledge for students about Cooperative Entrepreneurship. It covers concepts of cooperative and entrepreneurship, the meaning of cooperative entrepreneurship, theories and principles, government policies and intervention programs, and the contributions of entrepreneurship to Nigeria's economic development. The course aims to teach students how to accomplish their entrepreneurial potentials through collective actions within cooperative associations.
How many units does ENT826 have?
ENT826, Cooperative Entrepreneurship, has 12 units across 3 modules, over 174 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is ENT826?
ENT826 carries 2 credit units, at 800 level in Management Sciences.
Is ENT826 hard?
ENT826 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does ENT826 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 12 units.
How is ENT826 assessed?
ENT826 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with ENT826?
Business Development Manager, Cooperative Manager, Entrepreneur, SME Consultant and Policy Advisor.