Mergers and Acquisitions
Increase your success with planning and executing an M & A deal. Learn analytical tools and frameworks to help better determine when and how an M&A transaction will maximize shareholder value.
Program Details
About This 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.
- 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
- 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
Additional Course Details
The M&A Process: How Deals Get Done
Negotiating M&A Legal Issues
Why Integration is Important During M&A: The Process
Simulation: Winning is Everything
Strategic Buyer Considerations
Top 10 Questions for Buyers
