The research strategy of the CMI Berlin aims at the manifold effects the contract has on society, organisations, and individuals. In line with CMI Berlin's value concept, it focuses on various knowledge interests, which are shown as columns in the graphic above. The value of sustainability is realised through a special emphasis on long-term relationships, small businesses and the environment and society, and the concept of networking through contractual liaison, communication and negotiation, and knowledge transfer through teaching concepts.