The purpose of the company is to research, develop, coordinate, train, market, and certify globally standardized competence concepts. The focus is on two divisions: education and career, as well as three segments: consulting, placement, and certification. The company markets its offerings both in Switzerland and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries both domestically and internationally, and may invest in other companies both domestically and internationally, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, dispose of, and manage real property both domestically and internationally. It may also provide financing for its own or third-party account, as well as provide security for the liabilities of affiliated companies.