Topic outline
Co-operative Entrepreneurship: Co-operate for growth
Chapter 1
Topics covered in this chapter include:
- The concept of co-operative entrepreneurship
- The characteristics of a co-operative entrepreneur
- The basics of co-operative enterprises
- The benefits (and issues) associated with co-operatives
A useful tool for reflecting on the skills and characteristics you will need to set up a co-operative.
Chapter 2
The topics covered in this chapter include:
- Opportunity recognition
- Co-operative business models and organisational design
- Feasibility study
- Business plan
Chapter 3
Topics covered in this chapter include:
- Legal considerations
- Financial planning
- Governance
Chapter 4
Topics covered in this chapter include:
- Management and leadership
- Measuring success
- Education and training
- Growth
- Networks
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