Mergers and Acquisitions

The forces of globalization and technological change have created a highly competitive and dynamic business world where mergers and acquisitions are increasingly used to seek competitive advantage and maximize value for shareholders.

Engaging in M&A activity is not a low-risk endeavor, so it is imperative that executives know how to navigate this landscape. At Chicago Booth, you will learn not only from M&A successes but also from M&A failures to better evaluate risk and put frameworks and tools to practice in a risk-free environment.

During this program, you will:

• Develop a strategic plan for M&A activity.

• Analyze strategic alternatives to M&A.

• Understand the M&A due diligence process and develop your due diligence skills.

• Understand business valuation techniques.

• Implement a strategy for integration and restructuring.

• Structure the deal to minimize tax consequences.

• Learn how to best protect shareholder value during M&A.

• Understand the use of M&A by large public corporations, privately held middle-market firms, and private equity firms.

• Learn a playbook of M&A best practices.

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for senior and upper-middle level executives who are now or will be involved in M&A activity. CFOs, CEOs, and general counsel considering or currently involved in M&A activity will find this program immensely valuable.

Titles include: C-suite, general manager, vice president, director of business development, director of finance, strategic planner, business unit manager, general counsel, and analyst.