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.



Ce que vous apprendrez
Analyze M&A concepts, strategies, and valuation methods.
Build and interpret DCF and pro forma merger models.
Evaluate synergy creation and post-merger performance.
Compétences que vous acquerrez
- Catégorie : Business Valuation
- Catégorie : Financial Modeling
- Catégorie : Financial Analysis
- Catégorie : Case Studies
- Catégorie : Mergers & Acquisitions
- Catégorie : Financial Forecasting
- Catégorie : Plan Execution
- Catégorie : Cash Flows
- Catégorie : Corporate Strategy
- Catégorie : Investment Banking
Détails à connaître

Ajouter à votre profil LinkedIn
octobre 2025
21 devoirs
Découvrez comment les employés des entreprises prestigieuses maîtrisent des compétences recherchées

Il y a 5 modules dans ce cours
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.
Inclus
15 vidéos4 devoirs
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.
Inclus
15 vidéos4 devoirs
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.
Inclus
10 vidéos4 devoirs
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.
Inclus
13 vidéos4 devoirs
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.
Inclus
22 vidéos5 devoirs
En savoir plus sur Finance
Statut : Essai gratuitUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Statut : Essai gratuitUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Statut : Essai gratuitUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Statut : Essai gratuitUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Pour quelles raisons les étudiants sur Coursera nous choisissent-ils pour leur carrière ?





Ouvrez de nouvelles portes avec Coursera Plus
Accès illimité à 10,000+ cours de niveau international, projets pratiques et programmes de certification prêts à l'emploi - tous inclus dans votre abonnement.
Faites progresser votre carrière avec un diplôme en ligne
Obtenez un diplôme auprès d’universités de renommée mondiale - 100 % en ligne
Rejoignez plus de 3 400 entreprises mondiales qui ont choisi Coursera pour les affaires
Améliorez les compétences de vos employés pour exceller dans l’économie numérique
Foire Aux Questions
To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Plus de questions
Aide financière disponible,


