Mergers & Acquisitions Masterclass: Strategic Deal-Making – Brussels (Belgium), 16–20 Nov 2026

Course Description

This comprehensive 1-week Mergers & Acquisitions Masterclass equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate complex corporate transactions. From deal strategy and valuation to due diligence and post-merger integration, this course covers all aspects of successful M&A execution.

Learning Objectives

• Develop a strategic approach to identifying and evaluating M&A opportunities
• Master various valuation techniques for accurate deal pricing
• Conduct thorough due diligence to mitigate transaction risks
• Design effective post-merger integration strategies for value creation
• Understand legal and regulatory considerations in M&A transactions

Course Modules

Day 1: M&A Fundamentals and Strategy

• Introduction to M&A: Types, motivations, and trends
• Developing a corporate M&A strategy
• Target identification and screening
• Deal structuring basics

Day 2: Valuation Techniques

• Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis
• Comparable company analysis
• Precedent transaction analysis
• Synergy valuation

Day 3: Due Diligence and Deal Execution

• Financial, legal, and operational due diligence
• Negotiation strategies and tactics
• Deal documentation and closing process
• Managing deal risk

Day 4: Financing and Accounting for M&A

• Financing structures for M&A transactions
• Accounting implications of M&A deals
• Tax considerations in M&A
• Working capital adjustments

Day 5: Post-Merger Integration

• Integration planning and execution
• Cultural integration challenges
• Synergy realization strategies
• Measuring M&A success

Practical Wins for Participants

• Ability to identify and evaluate potential M&A targets strategically
• Proficiency in applying various valuation methods to price deals accurately
• Skills to conduct comprehensive due diligence and mitigate transaction risks
• Expertise in planning and executing successful post-merger integrations