Programme Overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Cooperative Business Management (PGD-CBM) is offered in full-time and evening modes. It is designed to equip candidates with the skills necessary to address complex issues in cooperative development and management within both national and international competitive business environments. Graduates of this programme are prepared to take up managerial and promotional roles in cooperatives, community development organizations, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and other business enterprises. The programme spans two semesters. Students are required to undertake independent research on a topic relevant to the field of study, culminating in a dissertation prepared during the first and second semesters.

Specific Objectives

The specific objectives are to:

• Equip candidates with the skills to address complex issues in cooperative development and management.
• Prepare graduates for managerial and promotional roles in cooperatives, community development, government, NGOs, and other business enterprises.
• Develop expertise in navigating the competitive business environment at national and international levels.
• Foster independent research skills through the completion of a dissertation.
• Enhance the ability to contribute to the growth and sustainability of cooperative businesses.

General Entry Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Advanced Diploma in Cooperative Management, Business Management, or a related field with an average of “C” or a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Professional Qualifications such as CPA (T), ACCA, CPB, or CPSP (T).