STRATEGIC ACQUISITIONS
Designed for senior level management and business owners who are pursuing corporate acquisitions as a component of their company’s growth strategy

Attendees will receive a Complimentary Copy of “The Valuation of Business Interests (The Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants, 2001)

OVERVIEW
The Strategic Acquisitions seminar will examine how acquisition targets should be valued and how deals can be negotiated and structured to enhance acquisition success. Emphasis is placed on the practical aspects of acquisition valuation, including developing appropriate rates of return, quantifying the value of post-acquisition synergies and identifying potential risks.

COURSE CONTENT

  • The Acquisition Process
  • Valuation Methodologies
  • Rates of Return and Valuation Multiples
  • Synergies
  • Negotiating Strategy
  • Structuring the Deal
  • Due Diligence

OBJECTIVES
Develop an acquisition program that meets your company’s specific needs Apply the appropriate valuation methodologies in an internally consistent manner Quantify operational and financial risks associated with an acquisition Assess the value of synergies and strategic advantage expected from an acquisition Design a comprehensive due diligence program to identify potential acquisition risks Effectively negotiate deals using the buyer-seller advantage curve Mitigate acquisition risk through effective deal structuring