6. The functions of the Centre shall be- (a) to equip senior public and business executive of Bangladesh for their role in a dynamic and developing society; (b) to impart in-service training to persons in the service of the Republic and of local authorities; (c) to provide foundational training to the officers of different cadres and sub-cadres of Bangladesh Civil Service; (d) to provide foundational and refresher training to non-cadre officers of the Government; (e) to organise research and publication on public administration and development; (f) to publish books, periodicals and reports on administration and development; (g) to establish and maintain libraries and reading rooms; (h) to advise the Government on any specific problem of administration and development as and when referred to it; (i) to prescribe courses of training; (j) to grant certificates to persons who have undergone training at the Centre; and (k) to do such other acts and things as may be considered necessary for carrying out the purposes of this Ordinance.