BUNDLE: Strategic Growth and M&A

Minnesota Carlson offers three executive education programs focused on strategic growth and M&A:

Participants may enroll in a single course, select two, or bundle all three at a preferred rate. Those who register for the bundle will earn a Certificate of Excellence in Strategic Growth and M&A.

Program Details

Alliances:

Nov 17 - Nov 18, 2026

Valuation:

Nov 20, 2026

M&A:

Dec 01 - Dec 02, 2026

Location: In Person: Minneapolis, MN

Cost: $7,290

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About the Program

Growth decisions are among the most consequential choices leaders make. Whether evaluating an acquisition, forming a strategic partnership, or determining what a business is truly worth, executives need the financial insight and strategic judgment to pursue opportunities that create long-term value. Strategic Growth and M&A is a bundled executive learning experience designed to help leaders build that capability from the ground up through three complementary programs:

Experience

Together, these programs provide an integrated framework for evaluating and executing strategic growth opportunities. Participants begin by strengthening their ability to identify, structure, and sustain effective partnerships in Strategic Alliances & Partnerships. You’ll then build capability in assessing enterprise value and applying disciplined deal pricing in Valuation for Strategic Decision-Making. Finally, in Mergers & Acquisitions, you’ll examine the full M&A lifecycle, from strategic rationale and due diligence through execution and post-merger integration. This sequence gives leaders an end-to-end understanding of how organizations pursue growth through alliances and acquisitions, helping them make more informed decisions and lead transactions with greater confidence.

Earn a Certificate of Excellence

Enroll in the full bundle to receive preferred pricing and complete a comprehensive executive learning experience. Upon completion of the program, you will be awarded a digital badge to display on LinkedIn.

Program Contacts

Carmen Eide

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 612-850-6731

Carol Roecklein

Who Should Take This Course & Why

Audience

C-Suite leaders
Executive directors of finance and strategy
Private equity investors
Private business owners
Leaders of business units or divisions
Senior business analysts

Key Benefits

Strengthen your ability to assess enterprise value and determine what a company is worth in any deal context
Identify, structure, and negotiate alliances and acquisitions that create durable competitive advantage
Lead the full M&A lifecycle with greater confidence, from strategic rationale and due diligence through integration
Return to your organization with an end-to-end toolkit for evaluating, structuring, and executing complex transactions
Engage with a cohort of senior peers across three programs, deepening your network alongside your capabilities

Additional Ways to Participate

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Attend as a Group

Maximize the return on your organization’s development investment by attending as a group. When you send three of your employees to the same course, a fourth employee may attend the course at no charge. Additional group pricing benefits are also available for larger cohorts through our Talent Development Partnerships.

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Customize This Program For Your Organization

We can customize this course's content, format, and delivery to meet your organization’s specific learning objectives. Whether you are looking for a highly effective program that you can deliver quickly or a fully customized program built from the ground up, our team of experts will work with you to deliver the right approach for maximum impact.