3 ECTS credits
75 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 8020290GNR for all students in the 2nd semester at a (G) Postgraduate - preliminary level.
Global business materializes in various forms such as International Alliances, Foreign Direct Investments and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A).
This course deals with M&A in an international context. Practical frameworks are introduced to understand the challenges and value derived from M&A.
Content overview:
Part 1: Exploring M&A in practice – typology of different mergers and acquisitions with recent examples
Part 2: Preparing for the deal – Strategy formulation from corporate and financial buyers/sellers
Part 3: Making the deal – From targeting to Due Diligence to Valuation to Negotiation
Part 4: Implementing the deal – Change management and Transformation
The course’s unique feature is its setup as a ‘practitioners’ guide’ with real life examples of deal tools such as the Information Memorandum, Deal Q&A list, Due Diligence Reports, Valuation, Shareholders Purchase Agreement.
The course includes a mix of lectures and self-study. Individual insights from self-study are further explored in class.
Study material
· Powerpoint slide deck (manual)
· Case materials
· Podcast
· Self study materials
Main objective is to understand the challenges and value derived from M&As using practical frameworks. The course sharpens the critical mindset in the field of global M&A.
By the end of the course, the participants should be able to:
· To take different perspectives (financial or strategic buyer or seller)
· Build up the strategic rational behind M&A
· Structure the deal process
· Know the pitfalls, know the success factors of a successful M&A
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Written Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Written Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
The final grade is based on a written Exam.
Students obtain extra marks based on their participation in class.
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Postgraduate Certificate International Trade and Investment: Standaard traject
Postgraduate Certificate Flagship Programme in Economic Diplomacy and International Business: Standaard traject