ECON 300 — Introduction to Cooperatives
This course examines the concepts and principles unique to the cooperative form of business, whether a consumer, producer, or worker cooperative. Using primary source materials (all OER/Public Domain), students examine the history and economic, social, and legal aspects of cooperatives. Special focus is on cooperatives as a form of self-help for traditionally disadvantaged groups. Issues in the financing, management, and organization of cooperatives are introduced.