Overview
Introduction to Mergers & Acquisitions Course Overview
In order to analyze mergers and acquisitions (M&A), it’s crucial to understand the ins and outs of M&A. In this course, we cover the motivations and risks behind M&A, the typical M&A process, and the different types of buyers. We also discuss the difference between friendly and hostile deals, horizontal mergers versus vertical mergers, different deal structures, and how to think about valuation in the context of M&A. The financing of the deal is critical to understand, so we delve into the various tradeoffs of different financing structures, as well as how to calculate accretion/dilution in earnings per share. We’ll see that the financing structure will have a significant impact on accretion or dilution.
Introduction to Mergers & Acquisitions Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:- Explain the benefits and risks of M&A, as well as the M&A process.
- Identify the types of M&A and different deal structures.
- Analyze key factors and how deals are financed.
- Calculate Accretion/Dilution in EPS.
Who should take this course?
This course is ideal for individuals looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of mergers and acquisitions, including how deals are structured, financed, and analyzed. It’s valuable for those aspiring to careers in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge of strategic business transactions.
Recommended Prerequisites
Accounting Fundamentals
Introduction to Business Valuation
Introduction to 3-Statement Modeling
Financial Analysis Fundamentals
Introduction to Mergers & Acquisitions
Level 3
1h 53min
100% online and self-paced
Field of Study: Finance
Start LearningWhat you'll learn
Risks and Benefits of the Mergers and Acquisitions Process
Types of Mergers and Acquisitions
Accretion and Dilution
Conclusion
Qualified Assessment
This Course is Part of the Following Programs
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Investment Banking & Private Equity Modeling Specialization
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