ABSTRACT

The character of this research is an investigation into I.C.A in the last 11/2-Decade, Activities, progress and constraints.

The finding showed that not minded the emphasis on the activities, progress and constraints of I.C.A.

With reference to this study, it could be adviced that without ICA co-operative development will not be positive.

Due to the nature of co-operative, especially in the rural areas. It is relevant to lag-emphasis on co-operatives alliance as the only means of enlightening the rural dwellers on the only needs and benefits derived from co-operatives.

This study will obviously state of ICA on co-operatives development. This study will help to find out the best means of carrying out ICA for rapid co-operatives development.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title page

Certification/Approval

Dedication

Acknowledgment

Abstract

Table of Contents

Chapter One

Introduction

1.1 Background of the study

1.2 Purpose/Objectives of the study

1.3 Importance/Significance of the Study

1.4 Definition of the Term

1.5 Organization of the study

Chapter Two

Literature Review

2.1 Characteristics of Cooperatives

2.2 Cooperatives as owners customers business enterprises and the cooperative enterprises.

2.3 The ICA identity statement

2.4 The meaning of ICA

2.5 Evolution of ICA principles

2.6 Membership of ICA

2.7 Strength and weakness of ICA

Chapter Three

Mission Statement

3.1 ICA in London: It’s development prigramm

3.2 It’s president

3.3 ICA’s development Role

3.4 Aims of ICA

3.5 Methods of ICA

3.6 ICA in Eastern and central Europe

3.7 ICA’s organizational structure

3.8 Who is the president and the Board overseas.

3.9 The need of youth in USA that formed the globalisation.

Chapter Four

Recommendation/Conclusion

4.1 Recommendations

4.2 Conclusion

4.3 Bibliography