The document discusses whether valuation is considered a profession or an industry. It notes that while valuation has some characteristics of a profession, such as specialized training and standards, it is still seen more as a technique than a true profession. The International Valuation Standards Council works to develop high-quality global valuation standards and establish valuation as a recognized profession through projects establishing an ethical code, fairness opinion guidelines, and competency framework for valuers. The IVSC aims to have a unified valuation profession through cooperation among professional bodies.