Mergers & Acquisitions - M&A, Valuation & Selling a Company
What you'll learn
- Understand the key concepts and principles of mergers and acquisitions in the corporate finance landscape.
- Apply valuation techniques to assess the worth of a company using balance sheet analysis, cash flow valuation, and WACC calculations
- Develop effective negotiation strategies to secure favourable deals and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Gain practical insights into the sales process, avoiding common pitfalls, and maximising value when selling a company.
- Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the entire M&A process, from initiation to integration.
- Manage advisers effectively throughout the M&A process, leveraging their expertise to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Familiarise yourself with negotiation and term sheets, ensuring clarity and alignment in deal agreements.
- Explore management buyouts (MBOs) and understand their dynamics in the context of mergers and acquisitions.
- Successfully navigate the complexities of deal closing, overcoming obstacles and ensuring a smooth transition.
- Approach the sale of a company with confidence, equipped with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions.
- Enroll now and develop the skills necessary to excel in the world of mergers and acquisitions!
Requirements
- No prior knowledge is assumed
- No materials required
Description
Introducing "Mergers and Acquisitions Mastery: Valuation and Selling a Company"
Welcome to the world of corporate finance, where mergers and acquisitions (M&A) play a crucial role in shaping the business landscape.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, a senior manager, or a business school student, our comprehensive online course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of M&A with confidence and achieve successful outcomes.
Why choose our Mergers and Acquisitions Mastery course?
Learn from an Experienced Professional: With nearly 30 years of hands-on experience in the field of M&A, our instructor brings a wealth of real-world insights and practical knowledge to the table. Benefit from their expertise and learn from their successes, failures, and everything in between.
Comprehensive Curriculum: Our course covers all aspects of the M&A process, providing you with a solid foundation to master this complex domain. From understanding the fundamentals to exploring valuation techniques, negotiation strategies, and deal closing, we leave no stone unturned.
Practical Insights: Gain valuable insights into the sales process and avoid costly mistakes. We highlight common pitfalls and share best practices to help you maximize value when selling a company. Our goal is to empower you with the tools and knowledge needed to make informed decisions and achieve optimal outcomes.
Engaging Learning Experience: Our course features a diverse range of content, including video lectures, practical exercises, and downloadable resources. Immerse yourself in interactive learning and reinforce your understanding through quizzes and case studies. You'll find the content accessible, engaging, and tailored to different learning styles.
Course Highlights:
Understand the M&A Process: From initiation to integration, gain a comprehensive understanding of each step involved in a successful merger or acquisition.
Valuation Techniques: Explore various methods used to determine the value of a company, including balance sheet analysis, cash flow valuation, and weighted average cost of capital (WACC) calculations.
Negotiation Strategies: Master the art of negotiation and develop effective strategies to secure favorable deals. Learn how to create win-win situations and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
Selling a Company: Get insider tips on preparing your company for sale, managing the sale process, and maximizing value. Understand the role of advisers and gain insights into buyer segmentation and due diligence.
Deal Closing: Navigate the complexities of deal closing and overcome obstacles that may arise. Learn key tactics for finalizing agreements and ensuring a smooth transition.
Course Details:
Duration: 10 hours and 51 minutes of comprehensive content divided into 17 sections and 100 lectures.
Learning Objectives:
Better understand the concepts of mergers and acquisitions.
Approach the sale of a company with greater confidence.
Manage advisers effectively throughout the process.
Gain valuable insights into the sales process to avoid costly mistakes.
Understand corporate valuation techniques.
Familiarize yourself with negotiation and term sheets.
Learn about management buyouts (MBOs) and their dynamics.
Join us today and unlock the potential to make informed decisions in the world of mergers and acquisitions.
Our course is continually updated to provide you with the most relevant and up-to-date knowledge in the field.
Have a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Let us know, and we'll strive to meet your needs.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of mergers and acquisitions, valuation, and selling a company.
Enroll now and gain the skills that can potentially save you millions of dollars and ensure the success of your future endeavours.
Note: To ensure the best learning experience, we recommend that participants have a basic understanding of corporate finance concepts.
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Enroll today and embark on your journey to become an M&A expert!
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Who this course is for:
- Any Entrepreneur considering selling a business at some point in the future and wants to improve their knowledge of Mergers and Acquisitions
- Students of Investment Banking, Corporate Finance or Mergers and Acquisitions who want to gain insights not in their text books
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- Senior Managers who need to improve their Corporate Finance and Mergers and Acquisitions knowledge
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Investment Banking | Private Equity | Venture Capital | Career & Comp Strategy
Former investment banker, private equity dealmaker, boardroom strategist.
I help finance professionals accelerate their careers, maximise their bonuses, and master client origination—without playing loud politics or waiting for permission.
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About John Colley, MA, MBA
John Colley is a distinguished online instructor, investment banker, and international speaker with a career spanning nearly three decades in the City of London's financial sector.
As the founder of Six Minute Strategist Consulting, John has been at the forefront of online business education, imparting knowledge to over 125,000 students across 184 countries through his suite of over 30+ eLearning courses on business strategy, social media, marketing, and course creation.
John's expertise in financial advisory, mergers and acquisitions, as well as capital raising, is grounded in his tenure at Pall Mall Capital and IAF Capital Limited as well as senior roles in major investment banks.
His acumen in the Technology, Telecoms, and Media sectors across Europe is evidenced by his success in guiding international corporations and early-stage tech startups through complex financial transactions.
Previously, as Managing Director at Pall Mall Capital Limited, John honed his cross-border M&A skills, particularly in the IT Services and Software sectors.
His earlier roles at SG Cowen (Director) and WestLB Panmure (Director) further solidified his reputation for executing high-profile transactions, including the $350m acquisition of a far eastern cement company by a German cement company
A Cambridge alumnus with a BA in History and an MA, John also holds an MBA with Distinction from Bayes Business School in London, where his dissertation received the Tallow Chandlers Prize.
His formative years as a Captain in the British Army endowed him with leadership qualities that have underpinned his corporate success.
Prior to retiring from formal advisory work, John was a Fellow of The Securities Institute and a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists, reflecting his standing in the financial and technology communities.
His commitment to excellence is not just in his professional pursuits but also in his dedication to shaping the next generation of business leaders through his teaching and speaking engagements.
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