Master the art of business combinations, acquisitions, and valuations, and gain the expertise for decision-making.
Sub Category
- Finance
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Objectives
- Understanding Business Combinations: Students will learn what qualifies as a business combination, including recognizing transactions.
- Acquisition Methods: The course will provide in-depth insights into the application of the acquisition method.
- Accounting for Goodwill and Intangible Assets: Students will understand how to recognize and measure goodwill and intangible assets acquired.
- Consideration in Business Combinations: The course covers how to determine and account for consideration in mergers and acquisitions.
- Tax Implications: Students will explore the income tax implications of business combinations and how these affect financial statements.
- Valuation Techniques: The course will focus on various valuation techniques used in business combinations, including valuation of intangible assets.
- Reverse Acquisitions and Asset Acquisitions: Students will learn the specifics of reverse acquisitions and how asset acquisitions differ from traditional ways.
- Practical Examples and Case Studies: Throughout the course, students will work through real-world examples and case studies.
- By the end of the course, students will have a robust understanding of how to account for business combinations
Pre Requisites
- Basic Accounting Knowledge: A foundational understanding of accounting principles, such as the preparation of financial statements, balance sheets, and income statements, is essential. Familiarity with the accounting equation and financial reporting standards will be beneficial.
- Understanding of Financial Statements: Students should have a grasp of the different types of financial statements (e.g., income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement) and how they are used in business analysis.
- Introductory Knowledge of Business: A general understanding of business operations, organizational structures, and basic corporate finance concepts will help students relate to the practical applications of business combinations.
- Familiarity with Financial Reporting Standards: Basic knowledge of accounting standards such as GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) or IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) will help in understanding the regulatory framework under which business combinations are recorded.
- Mathematical Skills: Some basic math skills, especially in relation to percentages and financial calculations, will be useful when working through valuation techniques and accounting for consideration in business combinations.
FAQ
- Q. How long do I have access to the course materials?
- A. You can view and review the lecture materials indefinitely, like an on-demand channel.
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