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Home > Subjects > FIN330 – Mergers and Acquisitions
Mergers and Acquisitions focuses on the merger and acquisition process in the Australian market. It examines the regulatory environment for mergers and acquisitions in Australia and identifies the relevant shareholding thresholds under the Corporations Act. It also provides an overview of the research phase and role of the corporate adviser.
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100% online
AQF LEVEL
9
NEXT INTAKE
13 Jan 2025
SUBJECT DURATION
12 weeks
SUBJECT FEE
$2,600.00
This subject focuses on the merger and acquisition process in the Australian market. It examines the regulatory environment for mergers and acquisitions in Australia and identifies the relevant shareholding thresholds under the Corporations Act. It also provides an overview of the research phase and role of the corporate adviser. It compares the different forms of acquisition, including private treaty acquisitions, and discusses the implementation of offeror and defensive strategies. Students apply their understanding of the merger and acquisition process through analysis of a real transaction that occurred in the Australian market in recent years.
This subject contributes to the investment analysis and corporate finance specialisation.
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On successful completion of this subject individuals should be able to:
There is no prescribed text for this subject. Individuals are provided with key readings and access to Kaplan Professional’s online databases. Individuals are encouraged to research and read widely on the topic.
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The duration of this subject is one study period (12 weeks).
Kaplan Professional assumes that individuals have completed FIN202 Fundamentals of Asset Valuation, FIN203 Fundamentals of Equity Markets and FIN204 Fundamentals of Risk or understand the content covered in those subjects, prior to undertaking FIN330 Mergers and Acquisitions.
Individuals may not be required to complete this subject if they have transitioned from a SIA/Finsia/Kaplan course and have completed the following subjects:
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