[1] The institute carries out research into the history, politics, law, and economics of Liechtenstein.

The Institute is organised as an incorporated non-profit society under the private and corporate law of Liechtenstein.

Results of research conducted at the Institute are published as books and as papers in scientific journals.

[7] Additionally, the Institute prepares reports and surveys for the government of Liechtenstein, including governmental agencies and municipalities.

The Institute achieves its goals also through contributions to external scientific conferences, through its own events, through media coverage, and through international cooperation.

The association represents Liechtenstein's higher education system at home and abroad, promotes cooperation between universities and university-like institutions, and carries out joint activities, such as events to promote links or a jointly designed magazine.