[major=BBA_FIN | course_id=FIN403 | syllabus_id=11050 | semester=7 | combo=FIN_COM1; FIN_COM2 | title=Mergers and Acquisitions]
Course ID: FIN403
Title EN: Mergers and Acquisitions
Title VI: Mua bán và Sáp nhập
Credits: 3.0
Prerequisites: FIN303
Description: This course provides students with knowledge on how to apply advanced analysis to the valuation of companies involved in the mergers and acquisitions process. Students will gain an overview of the private equity industry and the practical issues involved in leveraged buyouts and buy-ins. Students will also gain an understanding of the tools and techniques used in the valuation of a company, and a complete overview of key elements in successful M&A and private equity transactions.
- Teaching method: Lecturing, in-class assignment, problem-based discussions, and team-based activities.
Student tasks: - Students must attend at least 80% of contact slots in order to be accepted to the final examination.
- Student is responsible to do all exerciand ses, assignments given by instructors in class or at home and submit on time
- Use laptop in class only for learning purposes
Tools: - Textbook and all learning materials provided on FLM https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/
- Internet
Course type: traditional
Decision: 358/QĐ-ĐHFPT dated 04/03/2024
Approved date: 2024-04-03
CLO1: Explain the rationale behind the M&A environment.
[1] category=Class participation; type=on-going; weight=10.0; duration=During the course; question_type=All LOs; grading_guide=- Individual Attendance: weight 30% of class participation mark
Suggestion: Students must attend more than 80% of contact slots in order to be accepted to the final examination. Any absence will reduce 0.5 point per time.
- Individual Participation in case study discussion sessions. weight 70% of class participation mark
Suggestion: Bonus 0.2-0.5 point per correct/good opinion in case study discussion. Lecturer should add mark rubic when providing case study.; completion_criteria=; clos=>0
[2] category=Final essay test; type=on-going; weight=15.0; duration=60'; question_type=All LOs; grading_guide=OP1:- Integration of studied knowledge and skills of chapters assigned
- Select from all covered chapters during the course.

OP2 (for constructivism approach only):Follow lecturer's proposal; completion_criteria=; clos=>0
[3] category=Group assignment; type=on-going; weight=15.0; duration=During the course; question_type=All LOs; grading_guide=Comprehensive reading, understanding issues, presenting problems,
Personal qualities: Individual responsibility, self-esteem, sociability, self-management, and integrity.
Cover all studied chapters
Any plagiarism will be resulted in a failure of assignment; completion_criteria=; clos=>0
[4] category=Individual Assignment; type=on-going; weight=15.0; duration=During the course; question_type=All LOs; grading_guide=Comprehensive reading, understanding issues, presenting problems,
Personal qualities: Individual responsibility, self-esteem, sociability, self-management, and integrity.
Cover all studied chapters
Any plagiarism will be resulted in a failure of assignment; completion_criteria=; clos=>0
[5] category=Mid-term test; type=on-going; weight=15.0; duration=45'-60'; question_type=LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4; grading_guide=OP1:- Integration of studied knowledge and skills of chapters assigned
- Cover chapter 1, 3, 4-7.

OP2 (for constructivism approach only):Follow lecturer's proposal; completion_criteria=; clos=>0
[6] category=Final exam; type=Final exam; weight=30.0; duration=60'; question_type=All LOs; grading_guide=All topics, knowledge, skills covered in the classes; completion_criteria=; clos=4
[1] desc=Mergers, Acquisitions, and Other Restructuring Activities: An Integrated Approach to Process, Tools, Cases, and Solutions; author=Donald M. Depamphilis; publisher=Academic Press/Elsevier; edition=10th; isbn=; main=True; online=; note=
[2] desc=Mergers and acquisitions basics : the key steps of acquisitions, divestitures, and investments; author=Michael E.S. Frankel, Larry H. Forman; publisher=Wiley; edition=2nd; isbn=; main=; online=; note=
[3] desc=Mergers, Acquisitions, Divestitures, and Other Restructurings:A Practical Guide to Investment Banking and Private Equity; author=Paul Pignataro; publisher=Wiley; edition=1st; isbn=; main=; online=; note=
Session 1: Course Introduction
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ITU: - Syllabus
Materials: FIN403
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Session 2: Course Introduction
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ITU: - Syllabus
Materials: FIN403
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Session 3: Chap 1: An Introduction to Mergers, Acquisitions, and Other Restructuring Activities
Why Do M&As Happen?
Merger and Acquisition Waves
Understanding Corporate Restructuring Activities
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO1; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 1
- Slides: Chapter 1
- Reference book
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 1- Read slides: Chapter 1- Reference book .- Prepare mini cases

Session 4: Chap 1: An Introduction to Mergers, Acquisitions, and Other Restructuring Activities (cont')
Alternative Takeover Strategies
The Role of Holding Companies in Mergers and Acquisitions
The Implications of M&As for Shareholders, Bondholders, and Society
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO1; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 1
- Slides: Chapter 1
- Reference book
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CLO2: Identify the tactics of hostile takeovers and define antitakeover measures.
Session 1: Chap 3: The Corporate Takeover Market: Common Takeover Tactics, Antitakeover Defenses, and Corporate Governance
Corporate Governance
Understanding Alternative Takeover Tactics
Developing a Bidding Strategy
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO2; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 3
- Slides: Chapter 3
- Reference book .
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Session 2: Chap 3: The Corporate Takeover Market: Common Takeover Tactics, Antitakeover Defenses, and Corporate Governance (cont')
Understanding Alternative Takeover Defenses
The Impact of Takeover Defenses on Shareholder Value
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO2; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 3
- Slides: Chapter 3
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 3- Read slides: Chapter 3- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases

Session 3: Tutorial: Chap 1 & Chap 3
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 1 & 3
- Slides: Chapter 1 & 3
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 1 & Chapter 3- Read slides: Chapter 1 & Chapter 3- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini case;- Working in group

Session 4: Individual Assignment - Requirement release
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 1 & 3
- Slides: Chapter 1 & 3
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 1 & Chapter 3- Read slides: Chapter 1 & Chapter 3- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini case;- Working in group
CLO3: Develop integrative, adaptive planning frameworks for use before, during and after a negotiation by applying a thorough understanding of negotiation concepts, theories and principles.
Session 1: Chap 4: Planning: Developing Business and Acquisition Plans—Phases 1 and 2 of the Acquisition Process
The Role of Planning in Mergers and Acquisitions
The Merger and Acquisition Process
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO3, LO6; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 5
- Slides: Chapter 5
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 5- Read slides: Chapter 5- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group

Session 2: Chap 4: Planning: Developing Business and Acquisition Plans—Phases 1 and 2 of the Acquisition Process (cont')
Phase 1: Building the Business Plan/Model
Phase 2: Building the Merger-Acquisition Implementation Plan
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO3, LO6; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 5
- Slides: Chapter 5
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 5- Read slides: Chapter 5- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group

Session 3: Chap 5: Implementation: Search Through Closing—Phases 3–10 of the Acquisition Process
Phase 3: The Search Process
Phase 4: The Screening Process
Phase 5: First Contact
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO3, LO6; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 5
- Slides: Chapter 5
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 5- Read slides: Chapter 5- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group

Session 4: Chap 5: Implementation: Search Through Closing—Phases 3–10 of the Acquisition Process (cont')
Phase 3: The Search Process
Phase 4: The Screening Process
Phase 5: First Contact
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO3, LO6; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 5
- Slides: Chapter 5
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 5- Read slides: Chapter 5- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group
CLO4: Apply industry-accepted valuation methods (DCF, relative valuation) to analyse merger, acquisition and related transactions.
Session 1: Chap 5: Implementation: Search Through Closing—Phases 3–10 of the Acquisition Process (cont')
Phase 6: Negotiation
Phase 7: Developing the Integration Plan
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO3, LO6; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 5
- Slides: Chapter 5
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 5- Read slides: Chapter 5- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group

Session 2: Chap 5: Implementation: Search Through Closing—Phases 3–10 of the Acquisition Process (cont')
Phase 8: Closing
Phase 9: Implementing Postclosing Integration
Phase 10: Conducting a Postclosing Evaluation
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO3, LO6; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 5
- Slides: Chapter 5
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 5- Read slides: Chapter 5- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group

Session 3: Chap 6: Postclosing Integration: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Business Alliances
The Role of Integration in Successful Acquisitions
Integration Is a Process, Not an Event
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO3, LO6; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 6
- Slides: Chapter 6
- Reference book .
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Session 4: Chap 6: Postclosing Integration: Mergers, Acquisitions, and Business Alliances
Integrating Business Alliances
Integrating Family Owned Firms
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO3, LO6; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 6
- Slides: Chapter 6
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 6- Read slides: Chapter 6- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group
CLO5: Practice ability to work as part of an effective team to prepare a financial valuation and a negotiation plan
Session 1: Tutorial: Chap 4-6
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 4-6
- Slides: Chapter 4-6
- Reference book
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 4-6- Read slides: Chapter 4-6- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group

Session 2: Individual Assignment Instruction
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: 

Session 3: Chap 7: Mergers and Acquisitions Cash Flow Valuation Basics
Estimating Required Financial Returns
Risk Assessment
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 7
- Slides: Chapter 7
- Reference book .
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Session 4: Chap 7: Mergers and Acquisitions Cash Flow Valuation Basics (cont')
Calculating Free Cash Flows
Applying Discounted Cash Flow Methods
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 7
- Slides: Chapter 7
- Reference book .
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CLO6: Demonstrate the ability to produce a clear oral report and/or academic written report, which follows research ethic, that applies understanding of key concepts in M&A.
Session 1: Chap 7: Mergers and Acquisitions Cash Flow Valuation Basics (cont')
Using the Enterprise Method to Estimate Equity Value

Discuss and practice
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 7
- Slides: Chapter 7
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 7- Read slides: Chapter 7- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases

Session 2: Chap 7: Mergers and Acquisitions Cash Flow Valuation Basics (cont')
Valuing Nonoperating Assets

Discuss and practice
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 7
- Slides: Chapter 7
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 7- Read slides: Chapter 7- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases

Session 3: Tutorial: Chap 7
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 7
- Slides: Chapter 7
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 7- Read slides: Chapter 7- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group

Session 4: Group Assignment - Requirement release
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU:
Session 1: Tutorial: Individual and Group Assignment instruction
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO5, LO6; LO: 
ITU: 

Session 2: Tutorial: Individual and Group Assignment instruction
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO5, LO6; LO: 
ITU: 

Session 3: Mid-term test
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4; LO: U
ITU: Textbook and slides covering Chap 1,3,5,6,7 and 8
Download: Review Chap 1,3, 4-7

Session 4: Mid-term test
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4; LO: U
ITU: Textbook and slides covering Chap 1,3,5,6,7 and 8
Download: Review Chap 1,3, 4-7
Session 1: Chap 8: Relative, Asset-Oriented, and Real Option Valuation Basics
Relative-Valuation Methods
Asset-Oriented Methods
The Weighted-Average Valuation Method
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 8
- Slides: Chapter 8
- Reference book .
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Session 2: Chap 8: Relative, Asset-Oriented, and Real Option Valuation Basics (cont')
Real-Options Analysis
Determining When to Use the Different Approaches to Valuation
Valuing Initial Public Offerings
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 8
- Slides: Chapter 8
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 8- Read slides: Chapter 8- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases

Session 3: Tutorial: Chap 8
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion

Individual Assignment Submission
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 8
- Slides: Chapter 8
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 8- Read slides: Chapter 8- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group

Session 4: Tutorial: Chap 8
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion

Individual Assignment Submission
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 8
- Slides: Chapter 8
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 8- Read slides: Chapter 8- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group
Session 1: Chap 10: Analysis and Valuation of Privately Held Firms
Private Versus Public Company Governance
Challenges of Valuing Privately Held Companies
Step 1: Adjusting Financial Statements
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 10
- Slides: Chapter 10
- Reference book .
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Session 2: Chap 10: Analysis and Valuation of Privately Held Firms (cont')
Step 2: Applying Valuation Methodologies to Privately Held Companies
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 10
- Slides: Chapter 10
- Reference book .
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Session 3: Chap 10: Analysis and Valuation of Privately Held Firms (cont')
Step 3: Developing Discount Rates
Step 4: Applying Control Premiums, Liquidity, and Minority Discounts
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 10
- Slides: Chapter 10
- Reference book .
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Session 4: Chap 10: Analysis and Valuation of Privately Held Firms (cont')
Taking Private Companies Public
Plans to Buy Private Companies
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 10
- Slides: Chapter 10
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 10- Read slides: Chapter 10- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases
Session 1: Tutorial: Chap 10
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 10
- Slides: Chapter 10
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 10- Read slides: Chapter 10- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases

Session 2: Tutorial: Chap 10
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 10
- Slides: Chapter 10
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 10- Read slides: Chapter 10- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases

Session 3: Chap 13: Financing the Deal: Private Equity, Hedge Funds, and Other Sources of Financing
The Role of Public and Private Financial Markets
How Are M&A Transactions Commonly Financed?
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 13
- Slides: Chapter 13
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 13- Read slides: Chapter 13- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases

Session 4: Chap 13: Financing the Deal: Private Equity, Hedge Funds, and Other Sources of Financing (cont')
What is the Role of Private Equity, Hedge, and Venture Capital Funds in Deal Financing?
Impact of Tax Reform on M&A Financing
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 13
- Slides: Chapter 13
- Reference book .
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Session 1: Chap 13: Financing the Deal: Private Equity, Hedge Funds, and Other Sources of Financing (cont')
Leveraged Buyouts as Financing Strategies
What Factors Are Critical to Successful LBO’s?
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 13
- Slides: Chapter 13
- Reference book .
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Session 2: Chap 13: Financing the Deal: Private Equity, Hedge Funds, and Other Sources of Financing (cont')
How Do LBO’s Create Value?
Common LBO Deal and Capital Structures
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 13
- Slides: Chapter 13
- Reference book .
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Session 3: Chap 14: Applying Financial Models: To Value, Structure, and Negotiate Stock and Asset Purchases
Understanding and Applying M&A Financial Models
M&A Models: Stock Purchases
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 14
- Slides: Chapter 14
- Reference book .
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Session 4: Chap 14: Applying Financial Models: To Value, Structure, and Negotiate Stock and Asset Purchases (cont')
M&A Models: Asset Purchases
Quantifying Synergy
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 14
- Slides: Chapter 14
- Reference book .
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Session 1: Tutorial: Chap 13 & Chap 14
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 13&14
- Slides: Chapter 13&14
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 13&14- Read slides: Chapter 13&14- Read Reference book .- Individual Assignment Submission

Session 2: Tutorial: Chap 13 & Chap 14
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 13&14
- Slides: Chapter 13&14
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 13&14- Read slides: Chapter 13&14- Read Reference book .- Individual Assignment Submission

Session 3: Chap 16: Alternative Exit and Restructuring Strategies: Divestitures, Spin-Offs, Carve-Outs, Split-Offs, and Tracking Stocks
Divestitures
Spin-Offs
Equity Carve-Outs
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 16
- Slides: Chapter 16
- Reference book .
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Session 4: Chap 16: Alternative Exit and Restructuring Strategies: Divestitures, Spin-Offs, Carve-Outs, Split-Offs, and Tracking Stocks (cont')
Split-Offs and Split-Ups
Tracking, Targeted, and Letter Stocks
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T, U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 16
- Slides: Chapter 16
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 16- Read slides: Chapter 16- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases;- Working in group
Session 1: Chap 16: Alternative Exit and Restructuring Strategies: Divestitures, Spin-Offs, Carve-Outs, Split-Offs, and Tracking Stocks (cont')
Restructuring Implementation Issues
Key Restructure Legal Documents
Comparing Alternative Exit and Restructuring Strategies
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 16
- Slides: Chapter 16
- Reference book .
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Session 2: Chap 16: Alternative Exit and Restructuring Strategies: Divestitures, Spin-Offs, Carve-Outs, Split-Offs, and Tracking Stocks (cont')
Choosing Among Divestiture, Carve-Out, and Spin-Off Restructuring Strategies
Determinants of Returns to Shareholders Resulting From Restructuring Strategies
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: LO4, LO5; LO: T
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 16
- Slides: Chapter 16
- Reference book .
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Session 3: Tutorial: Chap 16
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion

Group Assignment Submission
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 16
- Slides: Chapter 16
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 17- Read slides: Chapter 17- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases

Session 4: Tutorial: Chap 16
- Solve questions and problems;
- Case study discussion

Group Assignment Submission
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: ; LO: U
ITU: - Textbook Chapter 16
- Slides: Chapter 16
- Reference book .
Download: https://flm.fpt.edu.vn/gui/role/student/- Read textbook Chapter 17- Read slides: Chapter 17- Read Reference book .- Prepare mini cases
Session 1: Tutorial: Course Revision
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: All LOs; LO: T, U
ITU: All covered chapters
Download: Review all covered chapters

Session 2: Tutorial: Course Revision
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: All LOs; LO: T, U
ITU: All covered chapters
Download: Review all covered chapters

Session 3: Final Essay test
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: All LOs; LO: U
ITU: All covered chapters
Download: Review all covered chapters

Session 4: Final Essay test
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: All LOs; LO: U
ITU: All covered chapters
Download: Review all covered chapters
Session 1: Group presentation
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: All LOs; LO: U
ITU: - Group Assignement instruction and report;
- All contents in covered chapters
Download: - Review all covered chapters;
- Prepare for Q&A

Session 2: Group presentation
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: All LOs; LO: U
ITU: - Group Assignement instruction and report;
- All contents in covered chapters
Download: - Review all covered chapters;
- Prepare for Q&A

Session 3: Group presentation
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: All LOs; LO: U
ITU: - Group Assignement instruction and report;
- All contents in covered chapters
Download: - Review all covered chapters;
- Prepare for Q&A

Session 4: Group presentation
Topic: Offline; Teaching type: All LOs; LO: U
ITU: - Group Assignement instruction and report;
- All contents in covered chapters
Download: - Review all covered chapters;
- Prepare for Q&A