This course provides a thorough, multidisciplinary exploration of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), covering legal, financial, strategic, and practical aspects. Students will learn the full lifecycle of M&A transactions—from target identification and valuation, through negotiation, due diligence, regulatory approvals, and deal structuring, to integration and post-closing considerations. The course balances technical expertise with real-world case studies, enabling learners to understand not only how deals are structured but also why they succeed or fail.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand M&A Fundamentals – Grasp the economic and strategic rationales behind mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructurings.
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Analyze Legal Frameworks – Apply corporate, securities, antitrust, and tax laws governing domestic and cross-border transactions.
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Master Deal Structures – Differentiate among asset purchases, stock purchases, and mergers, and understand financing methods.
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Conduct Due Diligence – Evaluate risks and opportunities in target companies through legal, financial, operational, and cultural lenses.
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Negotiate & Draft Agreements – Understand key provisions in LOIs, purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, and ancillary contracts.
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Navigate Regulatory & Antitrust Review – Comprehend requirements under U.S. (SEC, FTC, DOJ) and international regimes.
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Plan Post-Closing Integration – Anticipate integration challenges including corporate governance, employee retention, tax, and cultural fit.
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Assess Risks & Mitigation – Identify risks (legal, financial, reputational) and strategies to mitigate them in transactions.
