Applied Business Valuation

Catalog description

Mergers and Acquisitions are typically large and risky investment decisions that confront many financial managers. This course provides an in-depth examination of the complexities encountered in corporate restructuring, with a primary focus on corporate change of control. Topics covered include the M&A process, participants, due diligence, deal structuring, financing, and integration. Additional restructuring events covered include spinoffs, carve-outs, business alliances, and bankruptcy. Applied Business Valuation provides an in-depth examination of the factors that influence the value of a business. The course centers on data driven valuation techniques used in corporate finance, including mergers and acquisitions and initial public offerings. Collaborative exercises require students to perform in-depth firm and industry analysis (i.e., due diligence), consider strategic positioning, solve multiple valuation problems, and communicate results to external constituencies. Prerequisite: FIN 625 . Cross-listed with FIN 665 .