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About the Co-operative College
The
College provides learning, education, training, consultancy and research
for the co-operative mutual and social enterprise sectors in the UK and
internationally. We offer tailored workshops and qualifications for members,
directors, staff and managers in co-operatives, social enterprises and
mutual organisations.
It also works with schools, young people and public bodies, raising the awareness of the difference co-operatives and co-operative values can make to individuals and their communities.
The College is an Investor in People (2004) and is ISO 9001-2000 certified for its quality management systems.
The College business is directed by a very clear vision, mission and set of strategic objectives which are set out below. For more information about the origins of the College, its staff and associates please visit:
College - Vision, Mission and Strategic Objectives
In Autumn 2007, as part of our rolling three-year business planning process, the Co-operative College Leadership Team completed a further review of our Vision, Mission and Strategic Objectives.
Since the last revision Spring 2004 the areas of work in which the College is involved have diversified and we forecast that new areas of business will continue to grow. We feel, therefore, that it is vital for our Vision, Mission and Strategic Objectives evolve so that they remain focused and meaningful in an ever changing business environment.
Vision
To be the world leader in co-operative learning.
Mission
To provide inspirational learning and resources based on co-operative values and principles for individuals and organisations to support the development of sustainable co-operative, mutual and social enterprises throughout the world.
Strategic Objectives
- To be a well governed, effectively managed and financially sustainable charity.
- To create and develop successful relationships that enable all partners to build capacity.
- To provide inspiring and dynamic learning programmes.
- To undertake research to generate an evidence base to inform policy and practice.
- To promote and develop the use of our co-operative heritage for the benefit of current and future generations.
- To develop our people using innovative methods to enhance organisational knowledge and skills.