University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Finance of Mergers and Acquisitions: Valuation and Pricing
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Finance of Mergers and Acquisitions: Valuation and Pricing

Heitor Almeida

Instructor: Heitor Almeida

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.7

(205 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule
Approx. 17 hours
Learn at your own pace
Build toward a degree

What you'll learn

  • Value and Price M&A deals

  • Choose a financing mix for M&A deals

  • Restructuring deals

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There are 5 modules in this course

You will learn the basic terminology of M&A, which we will use throughout the course. You will also learn why M&A deals happen, and how to identify drivers of M&A that are truly value-enhancing. Finally, you will study the history of M&A and learn key facts about previous M&A waves.

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11 videos6 readings5 quizzes

What determines a company’s stock price? Placing a value on companies is a key tool for M&A analysis. This module focuses on the main methods available to estimate stock prices, including discounted cash flow valuation and multiples-based valuation. You will learn these tools using the most up-to-date Finance theory and real-world examples.

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12 videos1 reading5 quizzes

Valuation analysis is a major part of the work that investment banks do when advising companies involved in M&A deals. You will learn that both target and acquirer valuation matter, and why. This module also focuses on what is special about the valuation and pricing of non-publicly traded targets. Finally, you will learn how to best use transaction multiples in the valuation of M&A deals.

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7 videos1 reading3 quizzes

This module starts with how to place a value on synergies using cash flow forecasts provided by management, and also using the stock market reaction to a new M&A deal. Next, you will also learn how to relate synergies to the premium paid for targets and how to calculate the net present value (NPV) of a deal. You will also learn the specifics of hostile takeover deals with a focus on governance, legal, and valuation issues.

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11 videos2 readings3 quizzes1 peer review

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Heitor Almeida
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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