
Mergers & Acquisitions
Program Details
About the Program
Today’s dynamic and hyper-competitive business environment is fueling increased merger and acquisition activity across the business spectrum. Organizations large and small, publicly- and privately held, multinational and regional are all recognizing the opportunity and potential value-add from M&A deals. Consequently, leaders at all types of organizations must be able to strategically evaluate and assess these opportunities. Through case studies, simulations, and discussions with experienced dealmakers, leading Carlson School business faculty, expert guest speakers, and peers, you will learn best practices across all elements of the M&A process, including strategy, fit, valuation, negotiation, deals, diligence, culture, and integration.
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Program Contact
- Email: croeckle@umn.edu
- Phone: 612-625-5412
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Audience
- CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and executive directors of finance
- Senior business analysts
- Leaders of business units or divisions
- Private equity investors
- General counsels
- Private business owners
Key Benefits
- Explore the critical steps and practical tools to work through the M&A process, from strategy, valuation, and deal execution to cultural considerations and post-merger integration
- Examine current M&A trends, accounting and legal updates, and valuation techniques
- Use strategy to drive the M&A focus and identify acquisition targets
- Realize the success of M&A integration relies heavily on both strategic fit as well as organization and culture considerations
Schedule
M&A Strategic Imperative & Alignment
Understanding & Negotiating Legal Issues
The M&A Process: How Deals Get Done
Valuation Drivers
The Role of Private Equity
Putting It All Together