Course Description
This intensive 5-day course provides a comprehensive overview of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) strategy and corporate finance. Participants will gain practical skills in valuation, deal structuring, post-merger integration, and financial modeling. The course combines theoretical frameworks with real-world case studies to deliver a holistic understanding of M&A and corporate finance principles.
Learning Objectives
- Develop a strategic approach to M&A, including target selection and value creation strategies
- Master valuation techniques and financial modeling for M&A transactions
- Understand the intricacies of deal structuring, negotiation, and execution
- Learn effective post-merger integration strategies to maximize synergies
- Gain insights into corporate finance principles and their application in M&A
Course Modules
Day 1: M&A Strategy and Corporate Finance Fundamentals
- Introduction to M&A strategy and value creation
- Corporate finance principles and their role in M&A
- Industry analysis and target selection
- Types of M&A transactions and their strategic implications
Day 2: Valuation Techniques and Financial Modeling
- Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis
- Comparable company analysis and precedent transactions
- Synergy valuation and analysis
- Building a comprehensive M&A financial model
Day 3: Deal Structuring and Negotiation
- M&A process and deal structuring
- Due diligence best practices
- Negotiation strategies and tactics
- Legal and regulatory considerations in M&A
Day 4: Post-Merger Integration and Value Realization
- Post-merger integration planning and execution
- Cultural integration and change management
- Synergy realization and performance tracking
- Case studies of successful and failed integrations
Day 5: Advanced Topics in M&A and Corporate Finance
- Cross-border M&A considerations
- Leveraged buyouts and private equity transactions
- Corporate restructuring and divestitures
- Emerging trends in M&A and corporate finance
Practical Wins for Participants
- Ability to develop and evaluate M&A strategies aligned with corporate objectives
- Proficiency in valuation techniques and financial modeling for M&A transactions
- Enhanced negotiation and deal structuring skills for successful M&A execution
- Improved capacity to plan and implement effective post-merger integrations
Credits: 5 credit per day
Course Mode: full-time
Provider: Blackbird Training Centre
