COM5EJ305 (3): Co-operative Theory and Practice — Syllabus
Official Course Curriculum & Examination Blueprint • FYUGP 2024 Regulations
This course is designed to explore the fundamental principles, theories, and practical applications of cooperation. It provides an in-depth understanding of the global origins of the cooperative movement, its historical evolution and constitutional status in India, the multi-tier cooperative credit architecture, and the distinctive institutional ecosystem of cooperatives in Kerala.
Pre-requisites: Having a background in a related field such as business, management, economics, or commerce can be beneficial.
Course Matrix & Instructional Hours
| Course Code | Course Title | Type | Level | Credit | Lecture/Wk | Total Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COM5EJ305 (3) | Co-operative Theory and Practice | Major (Elective) | 300–399 | 4 | 4 hrs | 60 Hours |
Course Outcomes (CO)
| CO | Course Outcome Statement | Cognitive Level* | Knowledge Category# | Evaluation Tools Used |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CO1 | Gain knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework governing cooperatives, including laws, regulations, and policies relevant to cooperative formation, governance, and operation. | Understand (U) | Conceptual (C) | Examinations, Assignment |
| CO2 | Explain the fundamental principles underlying cooperative organizations. | Analyse (An) | Conceptual (C) | Instructor-created exams, Assignment |
| CO3 | Analyze the legal frameworks, regulatory structures, and government policies governing cooperative enterprises. | Analyse (An) | Conceptual (C) | Examinations, Project |
| CO4 | Apply theoretical concepts to practical scenarios, developing business plans, feasibility studies, and cooperative development strategies for new or existing cooperative enterprises. | Apply (Ap) | Procedural (P) | Project, Case study |
* Cognitive Level: Remember (R), Understand (U), Apply (Ap), Analyse (An), Evaluate (E), Create (C)
# Knowledge Category: Factual Knowledge (F), Conceptual Knowledge (C), Procedural Knowledge (P), Metacognitive Knowledge (M)
Detailed Modular Syllabus Breakdown (60 Hours Total)
| Module | Unit | Content Description | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| I | — | Origin of Cooperative Movement in the World | 12 Hrs |
| 1 | Co-operation - Meaning - Definition - Features - Importance - Objectives, Benefits of Co-operation - Cooperation and other economic systems (Capitalism, Socialism, Communism) | 5 | |
| 2 | Origin and Development of cooperative movement in Great Britain (Consumer - Rochdale Pioneers) - Germany (Agricultural Credit - Raiffeisen & Schulze-Delitzsch) - Denmark (Dairy - Hjedding & Lur Brand) | 4 | |
| 3 | Cooperative movement in China (Induscos / Gung Ho) - Japan (Multi-purpose societies / Nokyo) - USA (Marketing & Rural Electrification) - USSR (Collective Farms / Kolkhoz) | 3 | |
| II | — | Origin of Cooperative Movement in India & Cooperative Principles | 12 Hrs |
| 4 | Brief history of cooperative movement in India (Indigenous Nidhis/Phad, Nicholson Report “Find Raiffeisen”, Acts of 1904 & 1912, Maclagan Committee 1914, Montford Reforms 1919, Royal Commission 1928, AIRCSC Gorwala Report 1954, Vaidyanathan Committee, 97th Constitutional Amendment Act 2011, Ministry of Cooperation 2021) | 3 | |
| 5 | Principles of Co-operation: Rochdale (first stage) - Reformulated Co-operative Principles by ICA (2nd stage 1937) - Karve Committee in Co-operative principles (3rd stage 1966) and Principles at the 4th stage by ICA in 1995 (Manchester Statement on Cooperative Identity, 7 modern principles and values) | 5 | |
| 6 | International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) - Genesis (London 1895) - Objectives - Role & consultative status with UN - Membership categories - Governing bodies (General Assembly, Board, 4 Regions, 8 Sectoral Bodies) | 4 | |
| III | — | Cooperative Credit Structure in India | 12 Hrs |
| 7 | Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) – Role and Functions, PSL norms (75% glide path), Dual Control impasse, PMC Bank scam, Banking Regulation (Amendment) Act 2020, N.S. Vishwanathan 4-tier regulatory architecture | 3 | |
| 8 | Rural cooperative credit system - Short term structure - Three tiers: State Co-operative Bank (SCB), District Central Co-operative Bank (CCB/DCCB) and Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS), KCC, Interest Subvention, PACS Computerization & Model Bye-Laws | 3 | |
| 9 | Long-Term Credit Structure: Primary Agricultural and Rural Development Banks (PCARDB) - State Co-operative Agricultural and Rural Development Banks (SCARDB), Term financing purposes, Debenture floatation mechanics | 2 | |
| 10 | NABARD and its role in the co-operative movement: CRAFICARD Committee (1981 Act), Statutory mandate, Refinance operations, RIDF, Section 35(6) BR Act supervision, SHG-Bank Linkage Programme, FPOs | 4 | |
| IV | — | Cooperatives in Kerala | 12 Hrs |
| 11 | An overview of history of co-operatives in Kerala (Travancore 1914, Cochin 1913, Malabar 1932, KCS Act 1969) - Short term credit structure in Kerala Since 2019 - Concept of Kerala Bank - Prof. M.S. Sriram Committee, Merger of DCCBs, Management & organization structure, Core Banking & digital modernization | 6 | |
| 12 | Major Apex Federations: MILMA (KCMMF Anand pattern dairy), HANTEX (handloom weavers), MATSYAFED (fisheries & beach auctions), KERAFED (coconut processing & MSP), CONSUMERFED (Triveni supermarkets & Neethi medical stores) | 5 | |
| 13 | Workers Co-operatives - Concept & Significance of Workers Co-operatives in Kerala - An in-depth overview of Uralungal Labour Contract Co-operative Society (ULCCS) and Indian Coffee House (ICWCS / AKG movement) | 3 | |
| V | — | Open-Ended Module (Practical Application & Field Studies) 1. The Role of Cooperatives in Sustainable Development; 2. Digital Transformation and Technology Adoption in Cooperatives; 3. Visit a nearby co-operative society (PACS, UCB, Dairy, or Consumer store) and write a comprehensive report on its governance, financial operations, and member activities. | 12 Hrs |
Recommended Textbooks & Authoritative References
Hejela, T.N.
Principles, Problems and Practice of Co-operation
Konark Publishers, New Delhi.
Krishnaswami, O.R.
Fundamentals of Co-operation
S. Chand & Company, New Delhi.
Krishnaswami, O.R. & Kulandaisamy, V.
Theory of Co-operation - An In-depth Analysis
Shanma Publication, Coimbatore.
Mathur, B.S.
Co-operation in India
Sahithya Bhavan Publishers, Agra.
Bedi, R.D.
Theory, History and Practice of Co-operation
R. Lal Book Depot, Meerut.
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