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A Beginner’s Guide to Mergers and Acquisitions

Navigate the complex world of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) with confidence. In this course, Keith Thomson uses his experience from more than 40 M&A deals to explain the full M&A process, from understanding key terms and types of transactions to exploring the strategic and financial motivations behind deals. Learn essential pre-deal steps like due diligence, valuation techniques, and how to structure and negotiate agreements. Delve into the critical post-deal phase, covering integration planning, managing cultural differences, and evaluating success. Gain the tools to avoid common pitfalls and increase the chances of M&A success with practical insights from real-world case studies—both successful and failed. Especially for those new to M&A—or in need of a refresher—this course helps you understand why and how two companies join together.

This course was created by Keith Thomson and CRFT Productions. We are pleased to host this training in our library.

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