Co-operative Business Enterprises

3 credit hours · Undergraduate

Students will gain insight into how co-operative business enterprises are structured and operate. They will gain an understanding of the role that co-operatives play in the global economy. Students will study the various types of co-operatives, how co-operatives meet the needs of stakeholders, and the economic and social impact of co-operatives. In particular, students will study a variety of financial reporting approaches, sustainability measures, and the overall evaluation of financial and sustainable health of co-operatives.