Education

Upcoming Courses

Winter Term 2009: Credit Union History & Philosophy

January 5 – March 16 

The course furnishes students with an understanding of what sets credit unions apart from other financial institutions by covering the operating principles of credit unions, the origins of cooperative credit, the historical development of credit unions in Europe and more specifically in the United States, and the formation of state, national, and international credit union organizations.

Spring Term 2009: Credit Union Management

March 30 – June 8

The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of management issues and organizational behavior and to apply this knowledge to the management and operation of credit unions. From this course, students will acquire managerial skills and gain an understanding of the fundamentals of good management and of how organizations are structured and function.

Fall Term 2009: Financial Management

September 21 – December 7

This course is designed to provide students with an overview of topics critical to the financial well-being of the credit union. It reviews necessary financial management policies including the funds management and capital policies, financial statement analysis, budgeting, investments, lending, internal controls and the corporate credit union network. Students can use this knowledge for ensuring the financial stability of their organization and its members.