FIN 611 Mergers and Acquisitions (3 credits)

This course will cover the theory and evidence concerning mergers and Acquisitions and the market for corporate control. It will examine the accounting and evaluation aspect of mergers and acquisitions activities, discuss the alternative theories of mergers and acquisitions, and review the relevant empirical test. Mergers and acquisitions activity is evaluated in terms of the strategic alternatives faced by the firm. Restructuring, leveraged buyouts, share repurchases, and takeover defenses etc. are also studied not only from a Finance perspective but also from a strategic perspective.

Prerequisite: FIN 550.