The association aims to maintain the professional ethical principles and the reputation of the profession of management consultants. The tasks of the association include: a. Safeguarding and representing the economic interests of its members. b. Fostering mutual contact among members. c. Maintaining integrity, objectivity, and neutrality in the exercise of the profession. d. Promoting research and professional development in all areas of management consulting. e. Representing the association and cooperating with authorities, economic associations, and related institutions in Switzerland and abroad. f. Providing continuing education for members and promoting and training young professionals. g. Maintaining public relations for the association and its members. h. Conducting the certification of management consultants in Switzerland.