AEM 3260

AEM 3260

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2014-2015.

An evaluation of the fundamental principles, structure, finance, management and governance associated with the cooperative organization, with a focus on agricultural cooperatives. Analyses of the cooperative business organization within the modern economy are emphasized through a mix of lectures, guest speakers, and cooperative business case study discussions.

When Offered Spring.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: AEM 1200, AEM 2200.

Outcomes
  • Identify economic justifications for the cooperative as a business entity.
  • Illustrate unique characteristics surrounding the governance, finance, and management of cooperative businesses.
  • Critique contemporary issues facing modern agribusinesses with emphasis on challenges facing cooperatives that compete with investor-owned firms.

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  4553 AEM 3260   LEC 001

  • Prerequisites: AEM 1200 or AEM 2200.