Learners will analyze M&A fundamentals, evaluate valuation methods, and design merger execution models to master the end-to-end process of corporate restructuring. This course provides a comprehensive pathway to understand types of mergers, motives, life cycle stages, takeover strategies, and synergy creation. You will gain the ability to calculate free cash flows, apply discounted cash flow (DCF) models, use comparable company analysis, and implement advanced methods such as constant growth and reverse mergers.



Was Sie lernen werden
Analyze M&A concepts, strategies, and valuation methods.
Build and interpret DCF and pro forma merger models.
Evaluate synergy creation and post-merger performance.
Kompetenzen, die Sie erwerben
- Kategorie: Case Studies
- Kategorie: Business Valuation
- Kategorie: Corporate Strategy
- Kategorie: Cash Flows
- Kategorie: Financial Modeling
- Kategorie: Mergers & Acquisitions
- Kategorie: Financial Forecasting
- Kategorie: Investment Banking
- Kategorie: Plan Execution
- Kategorie: Financial Analysis
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Oktober 2025
21 Aufgaben
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In diesem Kurs gibt es 5 Module
This module introduces learners to the fundamental principles of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), covering their global significance, different merger types, motives, life cycle, takeover strategies, and the concept of synergy. Through real-world examples and valuation case studies, learners will build a solid foundation in the mechanics and drivers of M&A.
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15 Videos4 Aufgaben
This module explores core valuation models used in M&A, including key concepts of valuations, free cash flow, terminal value, and comparative analyses. Learners will examine the role of industry-specific factors, financial modeling, and transaction data to assess company value.
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15 Videos4 Aufgaben
This module covers advanced valuation methodologies, including break up value, asset-based approaches, earnings value, equity valuation, and constant growth methods. Learners will also explore real-time case studies, reverse mergers, and defensive mechanisms in M&A.
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10 Videos4 Aufgaben
This module focuses on analyzing post-merger outcomes, including value creation, share pricing, EPS, and P/E ratios. Learners will also study cash vs. stock deals, true acquisition costs, cross-border mergers, and comprehensive merger model mapping through practical cases.
Das ist alles enthalten
13 Videos4 Aufgaben
This module delivers practical insights into merger deal assumptions, financial inputs, synergy analysis, financing mix, pro forma forecasting, and earn-out models. Learners will gain hands-on experience with merger planning, share dynamics, and advanced financial modeling for execution.
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22 Videos5 Aufgaben
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Status: Kostenloser TestzeitraumUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Status: Kostenloser TestzeitraumUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Status: Kostenloser TestzeitraumUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Status: Kostenloser TestzeitraumUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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