M and A - Structuring the Deal edX - online learning platform

Overview

The M and A - Structuring the Deal Certificate is part of Introduction to Investment Banking Professional Certificate Program offered by EdX in partnership with New York Institute of Finance - NYIFx.

In this course, we will look at the various corporate documents involved in the M&A process and understand the purpose of the engagement letter.

We’ll look at the three legal structures of M&A and understand the difference between triangular and reverse triangular structures. We’ll also learn the difference between stock and asset purchase, learn what tax-free deals are and how there are accomplished.

The course will conclude with an understanding of accounting rules and the categories of advanced structuring.

What you'll learn

• Overview of M&A documents and legal structures

• Triangular Mergers and tax consideration for different deals

• Tax-free deals

• Accounting rules and Letter of Intent

• Earnout and Hope certificates and Contingent Considerations

• Advanced structuring of M&A deals