Brief Introduction
Learn how to structure mergers and acquisitions and discover the documents, tax, and legal structures needed to execute a deal.Course Summary
Learn the ins and outs of mergers and acquisitions with this comprehensive course. From structuring deals to post-merger integration, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in this complex field.Key Learning Points
- Understand the different types of M&A deals and their pros and cons
- Learn how to structure M&A deals for maximum success
- Discover the key considerations for post-merger integration
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the fundamentals of M&A deals
- Learn how to structure deals for maximum success
- Gain insight into key considerations for post-merger integration
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of corporate finance
- Familiarity with financial statements
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Corporate Finance Essentials
- Financial Analysis and Decision Making
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
- Professor at Harvard Business School
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is ideal for financial analysts and associates. It is also suitable for directors and managers who have transitioned, or hope to transition, to mergers and acquisitions from other areas, such as equities or fixed income. To get the most from this course you will need a good knowledge of financial analysis, a basing understanding of corporate finance (TVM, cash flows and discounting) and be well-practised with MS Excel.
Knowledge
- What topics will you cover?Week 1 - Review, Documents & Legal StructuresUnderstand the documents like engagement letters, confidentiality agreements, term sheets, letters of intent and the structures that underpin M&AWeek 2 - Triangular Mergers, Tax and Accounting NotesReview tax considerations, tax-free deals and further accounting rulesWeek 3 - Considerations and StructuringLearn about advanced structuring, tax loss mergers, break up/sum of parts/split off, LBOs merger structure, roll ups, consolidation plays, distressed/bankruptcy structures, Special Purpose Acquisition Corps (SPAC), reverse merger and a private equity industry review
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews for the Mergers and Acquisitions: Structuring Deals course on FutureLearn. Overall, users found the course to be informative and well-structured, with a good mix of theoretical and practical content. Many users appreciated the real-world case studies that were included throughout the course.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Real-world case studies were a valuable component of the course, giving users practical examples of how the concepts covered in the course apply in real-life scenarios.Pros from User Reviews
- Informative and well-structured course
- Good mix of theoretical and practical content
- Real-world case studies were valuable
- Engaging and interactive course materials
- Excellent instructor and teaching team
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users felt that the course was too basic or introductory
- A few users felt that the course was too focused on the legal aspects of M&A, and could have covered more business-related topics
- Some users found the course materials to be too text-heavy and not engaging enough
- A few users experienced technical issues with the online platform
- Some users felt that the course was too expensive compared to similar online courses
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