Inter-co-operation is hardwired into the co-operative enterprise model. It is the bedrock of the co-operative economy and movement. In this interactive short course, “Taking Action on Principle 6”, engage fellow practitioners, thought-leaders, tools, and frameworks on how to leverage co-operation among co-operatives for stronger co-operatives, economies, and communities. Join us for our upcoming virtual offering on January 24 & 25, 10-3:30 EST.

Join us for our international full-immersion credit union leadership program in 2023. Canada Development Education (CanadaDE) is described as “transformative and life-changing.” Find out why.

CanadaDE is by and for credit union professionals who believe we can harness the credit union enterprise model to facilitate social, economic, and environmental transformation for the betterment of our members and communities. Learn proven strategies that will expand your credit union’s value proposition and join an international network of pioneering credit union leaders. Complete CanadaDE and continue on the path to the esteemed international DE designation (I-CUDE) awarded through the World Council of Credit Unions.

We are thrilled to offer two programs in 2023

• Halifax, NS, Canada: June 4-9
• Vancouver, BC, Canada: July 17-22 preceding the World Credit Union Conference hosted in Vancouver July 23-26

Join us in Pula, Croatia from August 20-30 for our Co-op Law Summer School hosted by the J. Dobrila University of Pula. Take a deep dive into the relationship between co-op law, the Co-op Identity and sustainable development with renowned co-op legal expert Hagen Henrÿ along with special guest contributors. Individuals with a strong interest in co-op law including lawyers, law students in advanced stages of study, co-op practitioners, policymakers, and regulators are encouraged to register.

It's application season for Co-op Management Education

Online, part-time programs for co-op and credit union professionals:

• Master of Management, Co-operatives and Credit Unions (3 years)
• Graduate Diploma in Co-operative Management (16 months)
• Certificate in Co-operative Management (10 months)

Join a growing network of leading co-op practitioners from around the world and experience education in a co-operative learning environment. Deepen your understanding of the unique co-op enterprise model and develop tools to optimize its impact and your leadership performance all while continuing to work full-time. Applications are due May 31.

Join us for an info webinar to learn more.

Each year, up to 50% of our Master's and Graduate Diploma students draw on our bursaries for financial support. This year, with your generous support, we were able to provide over $60,000 in bursaries.

Let’s bring down barriers and lift up co-op leaders! One hundred percent of donations go to new and existing students. Give the gift of co-operative education today by donating to the Leadership in Co-operative Management Education Bursary.

Research opportunity for union co-op practitioners

ICCM researcher Dr. Cian McMahon was awarded the Patrick J. McGovern Fellowship (2022-2023) by the Institute for the Study of Employee Ownership and Profit Sharing at the Rutgers School of Management and Labor Relations, to study the role of labour unions in improving the governance of worker co-operatives. Union co-op practitioners interested to participate in this research can email cian.mcmahon@smu.ca for further details.

Gratitude and wishes for the New Year

The ICCM team wants to thank our wonderful community for the many ways you have brought criticality, rigour and heart to co-op education and research. We are truly excited for the growth and connection that 2023 will bring. In the meantime, here is to rest and gratitude! May you and your loved ones be happy and well now and into the New Year.

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