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Certified M&A Associate (buy-side)

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The Certified M&A Associate (buy-side) is based on the fully digital and self-paced training programme M&A2go. M&A2go has been developed by the former Deloitte partner, Dr. Johannes Gerds, together with senior experts from Bertelsmann, Brose, QIAGEN, TÜV Rheinland, Vossloh and Werhahn.

The programme consists of three modules. While going through the three modules, you can collect lots of know-how nuggets – some of which you can also download at the end of each module.
 

 

Nächster Start

upon request

Dauer

3 Monate

Sprache

Englisch

Format

Online

Art der Weiterbildung

Zertifikatsstudiengang

Preis

1.480,00 €

The Certified M&A Associate (buy-side) is based on the fully digital and self-paced training programme M&A2go. M&A2go has been developed by the former Deloitte partner, Dr. Johannes Gerds, together with senior experts from Bertelsmann, Brose, QIAGEN, TÜV Rheinland, Vossloh and Werhahn.

The programme consists of three modules. While going through the three modules, you can collect lots of know-how nuggets – some of which you can also download at the end of each module.
 

 

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ANMELDUNG

Online

3 Monate
Deutsch
1.480 EUR

ANMELDUNG

Online

3 Monate
Deutsch
1.480 EUR

Zielgruppe

Managers who are currently or in the future will be involved in an M&A projects, professionals looking for basic knowledge to head for a career start or senior students who aim for an internship for M&A service providers, especially investment banks, big 4 companies, private equity firms, consulting firms, M&A boutiques, tax advisors or legal firms, corporate M&A departments or other corporate departments, such as strategy, business development, (corporate-) finance, legal or tax.

METHODIK

Study time for the online training: 8 - 10 h
The program is completed with an online test to receive a certificate.
Access to the training program is provided for 3 months

Content

Module 1

M&A Framework

M&A requires a clear strategic rationale

After providing an overview of major strategic rationales for M&A and an approach for systematic target identification Module 1 describes two distinctive approaches for M&A origination.  The module also provides an overview of major M&A phases and core M&A tasks. Further, Module 1 shows how teams of experts are working together, and why confidentiality is mission critical in any M&A project.

M&A and Strategy

- Strategic rationale
- Exercise
- Target Identification

M&A Project

- Proactive M&A origination
- Opportunistic M&A origination
- Workout
- Major M&A phases
- Core M&A tasks
- Confidentiality

M&A Project Organization

- Workload
- Teams of experts
- M&A project leadership levels

Module 2

M&A Phases

Every M&A project consist of three major phases

Major milestones of the Pre-Due Diligence phase are described, including Teaser document, Confidential Information Memorandum, and Indicative Offer. Module 2 outlines key areas of the Due Diligence, and illustrates the role of Data Request List, Electronic Data Room, Management Presentation and other information sources in order to develop a Due Diligence report. Module 2 shows also why reps and warranties are important negotiating the Sale and Purchase Agreement, and why Signing and Closing can constitute quite distinctive milestones in an M&A project.

Pre-Due Diligence

- Teaser
- Confidential Information Memorandum
- Indicative Offer
- Seller´s perspective
- Case
- Expert statement

Due-Diligence

- Areas of analysis
- Data Request List
- Case
- Expert statement
- Electronic Data Room
- Key functionalities
- Management presentation
- Other information sources
- Workout
- Due Diligence Report
- Case
- Expert statement

Post Due-Diligence

- Updated Offer
- Reps and warranties
- SPA and Signing
- Closing

Module 3

M&A Tasks

A potential buyer must continuously execute three core tasks

After demonstrating why cash flow is an important basis for valuation Module 3 presents how to challenge systematically target’s assumptions on revenues, costs and capital reviewing the target business. Module 3 presents how value is created by M&A, and how synergies are both identified and prioritized.  Further, Module 3 explains how to prepare for post merger integration in order to implement planned synergies and to stabilize the target business illustrating among others the role of Target Operating Model (TOM), Transition Service Agreements (TSAs), Earn-out Agreements and M&A deal types.

Target Business Review
- Cash flow
- Valuation
- Exercise
- Case
- Expert statement
- Challenge revenue assumptions
- Challenge cost assumptions
- Challenge capital assumptions
- Workout

Synergy Planning
- Value creation
- Case
- Expert statement
- Synergy identification
- Workout
- Case
- Expert statement
- Synergy assessement
- Cash flow impact and complexity
- Workout

PMI-Preparation
- Case
- Expert statement
- Target Operational Model
- Implementation planning
- Case
- Transition Service Agreements
- Workout
 

Content

Module 1

M&A Framework

M&A requires a clear strategic rationale

After providing an overview of major strategic rationales for M&A and an approach for systematic target identification Module 1 describes two distinctive approaches for M&A origination.  The module also provides an overview of major M&A phases and core M&A tasks. Further, Module 1 shows how teams of experts are working together, and why confidentiality is mission critical in any M&A project.

M&A and Strategy

- Strategic rationale
- Exercise
- Target Identification

M&A Project

- Proactive M&A origination
- Opportunistic M&A origination
- Workout
- Major M&A phases
- Core M&A tasks
- Confidentiality

M&A Project Organization

- Workload
- Teams of experts
- M&A project leadership levels

Module 2

M&A Phases

Every M&A project consist of three major phases

Major milestones of the Pre-Due Diligence phase are described, including Teaser document, Confidential Information Memorandum, and Indicative Offer. Module 2 outlines key areas of the Due Diligence, and illustrates the role of Data Request List, Electronic Data Room, Management Presentation and other information sources in order to develop a Due Diligence report. Module 2 shows also why reps and warranties are important negotiating the Sale and Purchase Agreement, and why Signing and Closing can constitute quite distinctive milestones in an M&A project.

Pre-Due Diligence

- Teaser
- Confidential Information Memorandum
- Indicative Offer
- Seller´s perspective
- Case
- Expert statement

Due-Diligence

- Areas of analysis
- Data Request List
- Case
- Expert statement
- Electronic Data Room
- Key functionalities
- Management presentation
- Other information sources
- Workout
- Due Diligence Report
- Case
- Expert statement

Post Due-Diligence

- Updated Offer
- Reps and warranties
- SPA and Signing
- Closing

Module 3

M&A Tasks

A potential buyer must continuously execute three core tasks

After demonstrating why cash flow is an important basis for valuation Module 3 presents how to challenge systematically target’s assumptions on revenues, costs and capital reviewing the target business. Module 3 presents how value is created by M&A, and how synergies are both identified and prioritized.  Further, Module 3 explains how to prepare for post merger integration in order to implement planned synergies and to stabilize the target business illustrating among others the role of Target Operating Model (TOM), Transition Service Agreements (TSAs), Earn-out Agreements and M&A deal types.

Target Business Review
- Cash flow
- Valuation
- Exercise
- Case
- Expert statement
- Challenge revenue assumptions
- Challenge cost assumptions
- Challenge capital assumptions
- Workout

Synergy Planning
- Value creation
- Case
- Expert statement
- Synergy identification
- Workout
- Case
- Expert statement
- Synergy assessement
- Cash flow impact and complexity
- Workout

PMI-Preparation
- Case
- Expert statement
- Target Operational Model
- Implementation planning
- Case
- Transition Service Agreements
- Workout
 

Content

Module 1

M&A Framework

M&A requires a clear strategic rationale

After providing an overview of major strategic rationales for M&A and an approach for systematic target identification Module 1 describes two distinctive approaches for M&A origination.  The module also provides an overview of major M&A phases and core M&A tasks. Further, Module 1 shows how teams of experts are working together, and why confidentiality is mission critical in any M&A project.

M&A and Strategy

- Strategic rationale
- Exercise
- Target Identification

M&A Project

- Proactive M&A origination
- Opportunistic M&A origination
- Workout
- Major M&A phases
- Core M&A tasks
- Confidentiality

M&A Project Organization

- Workload
- Teams of experts
- M&A project leadership levels

Module 2

M&A Phases

Every M&A project consist of three major phases

Major milestones of the Pre-Due Diligence phase are described, including Teaser document, Confidential Information Memorandum, and Indicative Offer. Module 2 outlines key areas of the Due Diligence, and illustrates the role of Data Request List, Electronic Data Room, Management Presentation and other information sources in order to develop a Due Diligence report. Module 2 shows also why reps and warranties are important negotiating the Sale and Purchase Agreement, and why Signing and Closing can constitute quite distinctive milestones in an M&A project.

Pre-Due Diligence

- Teaser
- Confidential Information Memorandum
- Indicative Offer
- Seller´s perspective
- Case
- Expert statement

Due-Diligence

- Areas of analysis
- Data Request List
- Case
- Expert statement
- Electronic Data Room
- Key functionalities
- Management presentation
- Other information sources
- Workout
- Due Diligence Report
- Case
- Expert statement

Post Due-Diligence

- Updated Offer
- Reps and warranties
- SPA and Signing
- Closing

Module 3

M&A Tasks

A potential buyer must continuously execute three core tasks

After demonstrating why cash flow is an important basis for valuation Module 3 presents how to challenge systematically target’s assumptions on revenues, costs and capital reviewing the target business. Module 3 presents how value is created by M&A, and how synergies are both identified and prioritized.  Further, Module 3 explains how to prepare for post merger integration in order to implement planned synergies and to stabilize the target business illustrating among others the role of Target Operating Model (TOM), Transition Service Agreements (TSAs), Earn-out Agreements and M&A deal types.

Target Business Review
- Cash flow
- Valuation
- Exercise
- Case
- Expert statement
- Challenge revenue assumptions
- Challenge cost assumptions
- Challenge capital assumptions
- Workout

Synergy Planning
- Value creation
- Case
- Expert statement
- Synergy identification
- Workout
- Case
- Expert statement
- Synergy assessement
- Cash flow impact and complexity
- Workout

PMI-Preparation
- Case
- Expert statement
- Target Operational Model
- Implementation planning
- Case
- Transition Service Agreements
- Workout
 

DETAILS

 

 

Degree

Certified M&A Associate Frankfurt School

Certification

To attain the title of a “Certified M&A Associate” a 8–10 page discussion paper for a case study needs to be presented in a 30 min. online meeting

To attain the title of a “Certified Senior M&A Associate” one of the following programmes needs to be completed in addition: Certified M&A Associate (JV&A), OR Certified M&A Integration Associate (PMI).

A “Certificate of Attendance” is obtained without any additional examination
 

Study Time & Examination

  • Study Time: The online training requires approximately 8 - 10 hours of study.
  • Access Period: You will have access to the traininG programme for 3 months after first login. During this time, you can revisit the learning content as often as needed. Please note that the recommended study hours are only indicative and meant to help you estimate the effort required.
  • Completion Guidelines: We strongly encourage you to complete the 8-10 page discussion paper within the 3-month access period. The 30min. online meeting is also scheduled during this timeframe.
  • Postponements and Cancellations: Any changes to the examination schedule, including postponements and cancellations, are subject to fees as outlined in the examination regulations.

 

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FAQ

All who are, or want to be, involved in an M&A project
 

The training consists of three modules that cover a broad range of M&A topics and areas, including target identification, due diligence, valuation, target business review, synergy planning, and PMI prepration
 

The study time for the three modules takes around 8 – 10 hours
 

Participants work on a case study and submit a written assignment. They defend this in an oral online examination.

After successfully completing the programme, you will receive the certificate ‘Certified Mergers & Acquistions Associate’ from Frankfurt School.

The M&A Associate (JV&A) is recommended for those who wish to deepen their knowledge on alternative M&A deal types, namely Joint Ventures and Alliances. The M&A Integration Associate (PMI) is recommended for those who wish to deepen their knowledge on the post merger integration after Closing.
 

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