Founded in 1973, the Institute for Professional Development assists accredited colleges and universities with the expansion or development of degree programs for working adults. To meet the educational needs of its clients, it has developed a variety of consulting and program development services that integrate into institutions of higher education. The company operates in more than 60 campuses and learning centers throughout the United States in addition to its headquarters in Phoenix. The Institute for Professional Development is a subsidiary of Apollo Group, which has provided higher education to working adults for more than 25 years.