The purpose of the company is to acquire, hold, manage and dispose of participations in domestic and foreign companies and enterprises in the field of education and training, as well as related consulting activities and financial transactions. The company may also provide services in the development, distribution and implementation of education and training offers, as well as the management and operation of education and training institutions. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, and grant securities for liabilities of affiliated companies.