Mergers and Acquisitions

Concepts and Theories

Jeffrey Hooke and Ashley B

Week 1 - Overview and buyer strategies Emerging market issues and the buyer’s viewpoint Week 2- Finding and pricing a deal How to start the acquisitions, risks and approaches to valuations Week 3 - Special valuation cases Through case studies explore emerging markets, premiums and discounts Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course is ideal for financial analysts and associates. It is also suitable for directors and managers who have transitioned, or hope to transition, to mergers and acquisitions from other areas, such as equities or fixed income.

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Foundational mergers & acquisitions

According to students, this course provides a solid theoretical foundation and practical insights into Mergers and Acquisitions. Many found the complex concepts clearly explained and appreciated the focus on buyer strategies and deal valuation. It is often described as highly beneficial for professionals seeking an entry point or transition into the M&A field, offering a strong, structured overview of the subject. While excellent for building fundamental understanding, some learners noted that more experienced individuals might desire deeper dives into complex scenarios, suggesting its primary strength lies in building core competency.

Well-organized and easy-to-follow curriculum.

"The course is very well structured, making complex M&A concepts digestible and easy to progress through."

"I appreciated the logical flow from initial concepts and buyer strategies to specific valuation cases."

"Lectures were concise and to the point, which made the learning process efficient and clear."

Highly suitable for those new to or transitioning into M&A.

"As someone transitioning from equities, this was the perfect entry point into understanding M&A."

"It's a great course if you're a financial analyst looking to specialize in mergers and acquisitions."

"I found it an excellent overview to jumpstart my understanding without being overwhelming, just right for a beginner."

Offers valuable insights applicable to real-world M&A.

"The real-world examples and case studies were incredibly helpful in showing how theory applies to practice."

"I can directly use the valuation methods discussed here in my current financial analysis role, very practical."

"This course provided me with actionable strategies for identifying and assessing potential M&A deals."

Provides a comprehensive and clear introduction to M&A.

"This course laid a really strong foundation for understanding M&A, covering concepts thoroughly and clearly."

"I finally feel like I grasp the core principles of M&A after completing this program, it was very systematic."

"Excellent for anyone starting out in Mergers & Acquisitions; it builds knowledge systematically and effectively."

May not offer sufficient depth for seasoned M&A professionals.

"While a solid overview, I was hoping for more advanced or niche topics in valuation and complex deal structuring."

"Experienced practitioners might find some content a bit basic, but it’s still a good refresher on fundamentals."

"The course could benefit from more complex scenarios or discussions on advanced negotiation strategies for deeper insight."

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