The Institute is the leading global professional body for Business Development Professionals. It is also an internationally recognized examining and awarding body for business students.
The Institute is the Professional Body for Business Development professionals in Nigeria. It is the public face of learned professionals, which represents the interests of its members within Government, the business community and the general public. Committed to maintaining the quality, integrity and high professional standard of practicing members, the Institute has established a Code of Conduct requiring the development and review of professional Standards. A disciplinary process has been established to enforce adherence to this Code and Standards. In addition to these controls, the Institute fosters growth within the profession by contributing to the education of aspiring persons and continued development of members.
The Institute is a member of African Business Round-table, Business Council of Africa and West African Business Association.