FINA 5340 - Mergers and Acquisitions

3 hours

Covers Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and more generally aspects of the broader market for corporate control. A primary goal is to explore the rationale for firms to acquire or be acquired, and the associated value effects. In addition to revisiting financial approaches to valuing deals, covers aspects of deal structure that can affect the gains from, and risks in, M&A. In addition, explores aspects of the broader market for corporate control, including the roles of private equity and active shareholders.

Prerequisite(s): FINA 5310 or equivalent.

Course specific fees (in addition to tuition and mandatory):
Academic (AF) per hour: $15.50