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Finance of Mergers and Acquisitions: Designing an M&A Deal
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 20 hours
  • Course by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Offered by

About

This course focuses on the theory and practice of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), with a focus on the Finance. The Finance of M&A uses tools from different areas of Finance to help managers and investment bankers design successful M&A deals. In particular, we will learn to value and price M&A deals and how to choose the optimal financing mix for an M&A deal. The course focuses on all the major types of M&A deals including strategic M&A, private equity leveraged buyouts (LBOs), and restructuring deals such spinoffs and asset transfers. The course will benefit any student who desires to increase their ability to understand and execute M&A deals, including (but not limited to), entrepreneurs, consultants, bankers, investors, analysts, corporate managers, marketers, strategists, and deal-makers of all types. The course will also deepen students’ understanding of financial modeling and capital structure, both in theory and practice.

Modules

About the Course

    • 3 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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3 Videos

  • Course Introduction
  • Meet Professor Almeida
  • Learn on Your Terms

3 Readings

  • Syllabus
  • About the Discussion Forums
  • Online Education at Gies College of Business

1 Quiz

  • Orientation Quiz

About Your Classmates

    • 2 Readings
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2 Readings

  • Getting to Know Your Classmates
  • Updating Your Profile

Lesson 1.1: Module 1 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Module 1 Objectives and Overview

1 Readings

  • Module 1 Overview

Lesson 1.2

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • Accounting for a Stock Deal

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 1.2 Practice Quiz

Lesson 1.3

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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3 Videos

  • Accounting for a Cash Deal
  • Real World Example of M&A Accounting
  • An Introduction to Taxation of M&A Deals

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 1.3 Practice Quiz

Lesson 1.4

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • Cash or Stock? The Mechanics
  • Cash or Stock? Taxes, Signaling, and Ownership Structure

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 1.4 Practice Quiz

Lesson 1.5

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • Cash or Stock? Uncertainty About Synergies and Valuation
  • Cash or Stock? Real World Example

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 1.5 Practice Quiz

Module 1 Review

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • Module 1 Review

1 Quiz

  • Designing an M&A Deal: Accounting, Taxation, and Means of Payment Quiz

Lesson 2.1: Module 2 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Module 2 Objectives and Overview

1 Readings

  • Module 2 Overview

Lesson 2.2

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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4 Videos

  • Using the WACC Model (or Not)
  • An Alternative: Adjusted Present Value
  • The Trade-off Model of Capital Structure in Practice
  • Real World Example

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 2.2 Practice Quiz

Lesson 2.3

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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4 Videos

  • Equity Issuance in M&A Financing
  • Targeting Credit Ratings
  • Managing High Leverage in M&A Deals
  • Real World Example

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 2.3 Practice Quiz

Module 2 Review

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • Module 2 Review

1 Quiz

  • Financing M&A Deals Quiz

Lesson 3.1: Module 3 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Module 3 Objectives and Overview

1 Readings

  • Module 3 Overview

Lesson 3.2

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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3 Videos

  • What is Special About LBOs?
  • What Drives LBOs?
  • Dealing With High Leverage

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 3.2 Practice Quiz

Lesson 3.3

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • Numerical Example

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 3.3 Practice Quiz

Lesson 3.4

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • LBO Model: Undervaluation
  • Post-LBO Valuation

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 3.4 Practice Quiz

Lesson 3.5

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • Calculating and Using IRR
  • Other Types of LBOs

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 3.5 Practice Quiz

Module 3 Review

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • Module 3 Review

1 Quiz

  • Private Equity and Leveraged Buyouts Quiz

Lesson 4.1: Module 4 Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Module 4 Objectives and Overview

1 Readings

  • Module 4 Overview

Lesson 4.2

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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4 Videos

  • Why Break Up?
  • Asset Sales
  • Spinoffs
  • Real World Example

1 Quiz

  • Lesson 4.2 Practice Quiz

Module 4 Review

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • Module 4 Review

1 Quiz

  • Corporate Restructuring: Divestitures and Spinoffs Quiz

Honors Assignment

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Honors Assignment

1 Videos

  • Honors Assignment Details and Sample Solution

1 Readings

  • Honors Assignment Information

Course Conclusion

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Course Conclusion

2 Readings

  • Congratulations on completing the course!
  • Get Your Course Certificate

Auto Summary

This professional-level course on Coursera delves into the finance of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), offering vital tools for designing successful deals. It covers the valuation, pricing, and optimal financing mix for various M&A types, including strategic M&A, private equity LBOs, and restructuring deals. Ideal for entrepreneurs, consultants, bankers, and corporate managers, the course enhances understanding of financial modeling and capital structure. Spanning 1200 hours, it is available through Starter and Professional subscription options.

Heitor Almeida
Instructor

Heitor Almeida