CO-OPERATIVE STUDIES
Co-operative Studies examines the values and principles of co-operatives and looks at the methods and processes by which co-operatives are organized.
This programme is geared to the training and education of co-operative personnel, Directors, Committee Members, Managers, Supervisors and other staff as well as young persons and workers generally in the management of business enterprises with specific emphasis on the co-operative type of business. The basic aim of the programme is to enhance the management capability of the Co-operative Movement and to make for greater efficiency in the operations of Co-operative societies.
Students take courses in Co-operative Law, Cooperative Organisation, Business Management, Marketing, Accounting and Auditing and in other areas such as Economics, Information Technology, Mathematics, Sociology and Psychology. The aim is to prepare the student to fit into today’s business environment as well as to train prospective entrepreneurs who are interested in operating their own businesses.
The Associate Degree in Co-operative Studies prepares students to pursue careers in management in co-operatives, credit unions, and private businesses as well as in the government service. Students may also go on to specialised higher education that would lead on to careers in Accounting, Auditing, Marketing and Information Technology. The Associate Degree in Cooperative Studies is accepted as the prerequisite to the Post Graduate Certificate, Diploma and Masters in Cooperative Management & Organizational Development at the University of Leicester, for which Cipriani College of Labour and Co-operative Studies (CCLCS) is the regional tutorial centre.
Our graduates pursue occupations such as Cooperative Officer, Community Development Officer and also work as Managers, Supervisors, Credit Officers, Marketing Assistants and Field Officers. Some go on to jobs in the private sector in Accounting, Marketing and other areas at the middle management level.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREES
The overall requirements for the Associate of Arts Degree are as follows:
- Earn a minimum of 62 credit hours in academic courses
- Earn a minimum grade point average of 2.00. Some programmes may have higher grade point requirements
- Meet the Degree requirements of the specific programme of study in which the Degree is to be awarded, including the general education requirements, as detailed in the College catalogue issued in the year in which the degree began, or which was in effect during the academic year of the most recent readmission to the College
- Complete the Research Paper/Thesis wherever this is required
Tuition Fees
Full payment of fees is required when registering for classes. Cipriani College is now a participant in GATE - Government’s Assistance for Tuition Expenses. The tuition fees listed below apply only to non-nationals. Citizens of Trinidad and Tobago are eligible for free tertiary education. The Board of Governors reserves the right to change tuition and fee charges when necessary without notice. Fees and tuition are not transferable.
Programme of Study ($) (FULL TIME)
- Associate of Arts Degree in Co-operative Studies- $4,000.00
- Programme Fees (per year) - $100.00
- Application Fees - $100.00
- Student Guild Fee (Compulsory Fee Payment) - $60.00
- Re-entry fee - $100.00
Programme of Study ($) (PART TIME)
- Associate of Arts Degree in Co-operative Studies- $3,000.00
- Programme Fees (per year) - $100.00
- Application Fees - $100.00
- Student Guild Fee (Compulsory Fee Payment) - $60.00
- Re-entry fee - $100.00
Note:
- Late Registration Fee: All students registering for programmes after the published date for regular registration shall pay a non-refundable fee of $300.00
- Library Caution Fee: Refundable fee of $200.00
- Lab Fee: $120.00
- Graduation Fee: $500 ($200 Refund upon return of gown and mortarboard in acceptable condition)
- Transcript Fee: A fee of $50.00 will be charged for a student transcript
- Grade Appeal: $50.00
- Replacement Fees:
- Receipt - $10.00
- ID Card - $40.00
- Certificates - $100.00