Master the evaluation of synergies and financial statement analysis with the best content and this Postgraduate certificate"

Why Study at TECH?

TECH is the world's largest 100% online business school. It is an elite business school, with a model based on the highest academic standards. A world-class center for intensive managerial skills education.   

TECH is a university at the forefront of technology, and puts all its resources at the student's disposal to help them achieve entrepreneurial success"

At TECH Global University

Innovation

The university offers an online learning model that balances the latest educational technology with the most rigorous teaching methods. A unique method with the highest international recognition that will provide students with the keys to develop in a rapidly-evolving world, where innovation must be every entrepreneur’s focus.

"Microsoft Europe Success Story", for integrating the innovative, interactive multi-video system. 

The Highest Standards

Admissions criteria at TECH are not economic. Students don't need to make a large investment to study at this university. However, in order to obtain a qualification from TECH, the student's intelligence and ability will be tested to their limits. The institution's academic standards are exceptionally high...  

95% of TECH students successfully complete their studies.

Networking

Professionals from countries all over the world attend TECH, allowing students to establish a large network of contacts that may prove useful to them in the future.  

100,000+ executives prepared each year, 200+ different nationalities.

Empowerment

Students will grow hand in hand with the best companies and highly regarded and influential professionals. TECH has developed strategic partnerships and a valuable network of contacts with major economic players in 7 continents.  

500+ collaborative agreements with leading companies.

Talent

This program is a unique initiative to allow students to showcase their talent in the business world. An opportunity that will allow them to voice their concerns and share their business vision. 

After completing this program, TECH helps students show the world their talent.

Multicultural Context

While studying at TECH, students will enjoy a unique experience. Study in a multicultural context. In a program with a global vision, through which students can learn about the operating methods in different parts of the world, and gather the latest information that best adapts to their business idea.

TECH students represent more than 200 different nationalities.  

Learn with the best

In the classroom, TECH’s teaching staff discuss how they have achieved success in their companies, working in a real, lively, and dynamic context. Teachers who are fully committed to offering a quality specialization that will allow students to advance in their career and stand out in the business world. 

Teachers representing 20 different nationalities. 

TECH strives for excellence and, to this end, boasts a series of characteristics that make this university unique:   

Analysis

TECH explores the student’s critical side, their ability to question things, their problem-solving skills, as well as their interpersonal skills.  

Academic Excellence

TECH offers students the best online learning methodology. The university combines the Relearning method (postgraduate learning methodology with the best international valuation) with the Case Study. Tradition and vanguard in a difficult balance, and in the context of the most demanding educational itinerary. 

TECH is the world’s largest online university. It currently boasts a portfolio of more than 10,000 university postgraduate programs. And in today's new economy, volume + technology = a ground-breaking price. This way, TECH ensures that studying is not as expensive for students as it would be at another university.   

At TECH, you will have access to the most rigorous and up-to-date case analyses in academia” 

TECH is a pioneer in the academic environment for the use of the Relearning methodology. Thanks to this, graduates who select this program or any of those offered by the university will not have to invest extra hours memorizing, but will attend to an update of their knowledge in a natural and progressive way. All this supported by dozens of hours of additional multidisciplinary material to expand each section autonomously.

You will be able to access the Campus from any device with an Internet connection and download the content of the program for offline consultation"

Syllabus

The Postgraduate certificate in Valuation and Evaluation of Companies in Mergers and Acquisitions Processes of TECH Global University is a comprehensive program that enables its graduates to face challenges and strategic decisions in the field of mergers and acquisitions. The content of the Postgraduate certificate is designed to develop managerial skills that facilitate more accurate decision making in volatile environments. 

Throughout 180 hours of study, students analyze numerous case studies through individual and collaborative work. It is, therefore, a true immersion in real business situations. 

This Postgraduate certificate deals in depth with the valuation of the company in the merger and acquisition process, discounted cash flow (DCF) methods and the evaluation of synergies, among other aspects. 

It is designed to specialize professionals who understand mergers and acquisitions from a strategic, global and innovative perspective. 

A plan designed for the professional development of graduates, focused on improving their performance and preparing them to achieve excellence in business management. A program that understands their needs and those of their organization, with innovative content based on the latest trends, supported by the best educational methodology and an exceptional faculty, which will provide them with the competencies to solve critical situations in a creative and efficient way.

This Postgraduate certificate is developed over 6 weeks and is structured into 1 module:

Module 1. Valuation and Evaluation of Companies in Mergers and Acquisitions Processes

Where, When and How is it Taught?

TECH offers the possibility of developing this Postgraduate certificate in Valuation and Evaluation of Companies in Mergers and Acquisitions Processes completely online. During the 6 weeks of the specialization, the student will be able to access all the contents of this program at any time, which will allow them to self-manage their study time.

Module 1. Valuation and Evaluation of Companies in Mergers and Acquisitions Processes 

1.1. Valuation of the Company in Merger and Acquisition Process

1.1.1. The Valuation of the Company in the Merger and Acquisition Process
1.1.2. Importance of the Valuation in the Merger and Acquisition Process
1.1.3. Assessment Methods

1.2. Discounted Cash Flow Method (DCF)

1.2.1. Discounted Cash Flow Method (DCF)
1.2.2. Cash Flow Projection
1.2.3. Determination of Terminal Value

1.3. Valuation using Market Multiples

1.3.1. Selection of Adequate Multiples
1.3.2. Application and Adjustment of Multiples
1.3.3. Comparative Analysis

1.4. Valuation of Activate Intangibles

1.4.1. Analysis of Financial Statements
1.4.2. Intangible Valuation Methods
1.4.3. Impact of Intangibles on Total Valuation

1.5. Evaluation of Synergies

1.5.1. Types of Synergies: Operational and Financial
1.5.2. Quantification of Synergies
1.5.3. Risks Associated with Synergies

1.6. Analysis of Financial Statements

1.6.1. Balance Sheet Analysis
1.6.2. Profit and Loss Statement Evaluation
1.6.3. Cash Flow Analysis

1.7. Valuation Risks

1.7.1. Identification of Key Risks
1.7.2. Risk Assessment and Mitigation
1.7.3. Sensitivity and Scenario Analysis

1.8. Assessment in Specific Contexts

1.8.1. Startups and Growth Companies
1.8.2. Companies in Restructuring
1.8.3. Highly Volatile Companies

1.9. Valuation Adjustments and Premiums

1.9.1. Control and Liquidity Adjustments
1.9.2. Specific Risk Premiums
1.9.3. Discounts for Lack of Control

1.10. Valuation Tools and Software

1.10.1. Common Tools in the Industry
1.10.2. Financial Models and their Applications
1.10.3. Advantages and Limitations of the tools

Become an expert in valuation in specific contexts and succeed in Mergers and Acquisitions processes"