Co-operative Management Education Master of Management, Co-operatives and Credit Unions (since 2003) and Graduate Diploma in Co-operative Management (2013) offered by in partnership with Co-operative Management Education Co-operative
Addressing the need for co-operative management education. Saint Mary s University offers Co-operative Management Education programs that provides management learning and skills needed by current and future co-operative leaders A conventional MBA did not seem like the right fit, but this Master s degree did. Betty Bauhuis, Cornerstone Credit Union
Master s and Graduate Diploma International management education designed to develop exceptional management skills among current and future co-operative sector leaders. Part-time Online Executive Style Multi-sector 2 program options: Master s Program (3 years) Graduate Diploma (16-20 months) Part-time, executive style learning A one-week face to face orientation at the start of the program builds connections among the student group Study part-time while working in the co-operative sector Courses are delivered using an Online Learning Platform Use your co-operative as a case study throughout the program Master s degree include a study tour to Italy or Spain The program met and EXCEEDED MY EXPECTATIONS. Ron Fox, NorthEast Gas Co-op (Alberta, CA)
NEW Graduate Diploma The Graduate Diploma in Co-operative Management is new for 2013. This graduate-level program is inter-connected with our Master s degree program and the learning approach is consistent. Part-time Online Executive Style Multi-sector Start the program in a combined cohort with the Master s students Attend the one-week face to face orientation in August Use your co-operative as a case study throughout Take foundational courses in all management disciplines, plus a final research paper catered to your interests Complete in 16-20 months (3 years for the Master s) Seamlessly apply your Diploma credits to the Master s program Our new Graduate Diploma in Co-operative Management! We have responded to the requests from the sector for a shorter, less expensive program option.
Scope of Learning: Business Curriculum To enhance business skills and management effectiveness All curriculum is developed for the co-operative business model Philosophical origins and evolution Global economy and society Range of co-operative business models Strategy and innovation Leadership and governance Accounting and finance Marketing Personnel management Technology and communication Field research: study tour to Italy or Spain (Master s program) Master s or Diploma final research paper catered to your interests
International Cross-Sector Appeal Students and graduates from a range of regions, countries, and co-operative sectors and types Broadens one s perspective through international and cross-sector exposure
Program Cost Program costs include: orientation fee; tuition, books and materials; most incountry study tour costs Master s Year 1 $9,500 $9,500 Year 2 $12,000 (includes Study Tour) $3,500 Year 3 $6,500 Graduate Diploma TOTAL: $28,000 Canadian $13,000 Canadian Additional Costs (not covered in total above): Transportation to and from Orientation + lodging and some meals Transportation to and from Study Tour origin + lodging and some meals Graduation travel, lodging, and meals We have a commitment to support up to two employees in the program each year. This is a reflection of the high regard we have for this comprehensive Master s degree. Sean Doyle, General Manager and MMCCU Graduate
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For more information: Karen Miner, Managing Director karen.miner@smu.ca Ph.: 1 (902) 496-8170 www.managementstudies.coop