Syllabus Of TAM-

Week 1: Introduction to Takeovers and Acquisitions

  • Definitions and key concepts
  • Historical overview of M&A activity
  • Reasons for mergers and acquisitions

Week 2: Legal and Regulatory Framework

  • Antitrust and competition laws
  • Securities regulations and disclosure requirements
  • Corporate governance and shareholder rights

Week 3: Types of Mergers and Acquisitions

  • Friendly vs. hostile takeovers
  • Horizontal, vertical, and conglomerate mergers
  • Asset acquisitions vs. stock acquisitions

Week 4: Valuation and Financial Analysis

  • Valuation methods and models
  • Financial statement analysis
  • Synergy analysis and quantification

Week 5: Due Diligence

  • Conducting due diligence investigations
  • Identifying risks and opportunities
  • Legal, financial, and operational due diligence

Week 6: Deal Structuring and Financing

  • Consideration and payment methods (cash, stock, debt, etc.)
  • Capital structure and financing options
  • Tax implications and strategies

Week 7: Negotiation and Deal Execution

  • Negotiating terms and conditions
  • Drafting and finalizing merger agreements
  • Preparing for shareholder and regulatory approvals

Week 8: Midterm Examination or Project

Week 9: Post-Merger Integration

  • Integration planning and execution
  • Cultural and organizational challenges
  • Monitoring and measuring post-merger success

Week 10: Ethical and Social Considerations

  • Ethical issues in M&A transactions
  • Social and community impacts
  • Managing stakeholder interests

Week 11: International Mergers and Cross-Border Transactions

  • Cross-border regulatory challenges
  • Currency and exchange rate considerations
  • Cultural and legal differences in international M&A

Week 12: Emerging Trends and Issues

  • Private equity and venture capital in acquisitions
  • Activist investors and proxy fights
  • Technology-driven disruptions in M&A

Week 13: Guest Speakers and Industry Insights

  • Inviting M&A experts to share their experiences
  • Discussion of recent industry trends and case studies

Week 14: Research and Analysis Projects

  • Independent research projects or case studies
  • Presentation and analysis of recent M&A deals