International Development

International Co-operative Development has been a key part of our work for over 100 years. We've welcomed students from right around the world and delivered projects across a number of different continents.

With a strong focus on research and practice, we've led the way on developing an understanding of how co-operatives can improve people's lives, creating sustainable, fair and equitable communities.

Improving livelihoods for Rwandan Women

In partnership with Tearfund and the Scottish Government, this project will train 30,000 people (75% women) to increase household food security. Read more

Making Agriculture a Business: Co-op Development in Zambia

Working with the poorest communities in Zambia, we've partnered with Christian Aid to support 4,000 farmers improve their lives and run profitable co-operatives. Read more

Co-operative Development in Rural Malawi

Our work in Malawi continues to transform the lives of smallholder farmers and young people. Read more

Boosting high-value crops in Malawi

With the help of Unicorn Co-operative we have enabled 300 members of grassroots tea, coffee and macadamia co-operatives to make a decent income. Read more

Rebuilding Co‑operatives in Sri Lanka

We work with co-operatives in northern Sri Lanka, supporting those most affected by both the Civil War which ended in 2009, and the 2004 tsunami. Read more

Latest

Four New Trustees Join our Board

We've welcomed four new Trustees to our Board.
Developing Co‑operative Strategy

This workshop provides an introduction to strategy, exploring what it is, why it is important and how it relates to the application of co-operative values and principles.
Co-operatives and Sustainable Development Goals

The Sustainable Development Goals act as a call to action to build a fairer world. Find out more, including what they are and why they matter, on this interactive workshop
Co-operative Values and Principles in Action

This half day workshop provides an opportunity for a deeper immersion into what co-operative value-driven working means.

Co-operative Values and Principles

The Values and Principles embraced by today’s worldwide co-operative movement have evolved from the ideals of the early co-operators of the 18th and 19th centuries.
Careers

You'll find all the details of our latest vacancies right here.
Executive Diploma in Management and Leadership

For senior managers seeking recognition for managerial and leadership skills.
Tackling Climate Change Together

Big changes in society can only be made by working together. That’s why during Cop26 we’re highlighting the ways individuals and communities can tackle climate change together.
Co-operative University

We're continuing to work towards developing a Co-operative Higher Education offer alongside a range of partner organisations
Our Education and Training

From webinars and workshops to eLearning and future degree courses, see how we're empowering people with the skills and knowledge to make a real difference.
Co-operative Education and Research Conference 2018 - Call for papers

We are now accepting papers for our conference this coming May.
Online Anytime Courses

Utilising the latest interactive online technology, we've developed brand new short courses that can be completed on the go using your phone or tablet, all at a time that suits you.
Meet the Team

A 'who's who' of everyone who works here at the College! View our full team and find out more about them right here.
New PhD opportunity announced.

We've partnered with Manchester Metropolitan University to support their Co-operative PhD.