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ENT410Management Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Corporate Development: Mergers And Acquisitions

This course introduces corporate development, mergers, and acquisitions within the Nigerian context. It explores various corporate strategies, including product-mix and new product development. The course examines the legal frameworks, challenges, and regulatory authorities governing mergers and acquisitions. It also covers banking sector consolidation, incentives, and quality management, providing a comprehensive understanding of corporate growth and governance in Nigeria.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Corporate DevelopmentMergersAcquisitionsConsolidationCorporate Strategy

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Corporate Development

2

Mergers and Acquisitions

3

Corporate Strategy

4

Banking Sector Consolidation

5

Product Development

6

Quality Management

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Business Development Manager

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Financial Analyst

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Management Consultant

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Entrepreneur

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Corporate Strategist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

BankingOil and GasTelecommunicationsManufacturingConsulting

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

5h

Unit 1: Corporate Development

3 study hours
  • •Understand the definition of a corporation.
  • •Identify the procedures for forming a corporation.
  • •Explain the concept of limited liability.

Unit 2: Mergers and acquisitions

2 study hours
  • •Define mergers and acquisitions.
  • •Identify different types of mergers.
  • •Understand the reasons for mergers and acquisitions.
Week
2

Module 1:

4h

Unit 3: Mergers and Acquisitions: Opportunities and avoiding the pitfalls

4 study hours
  • •Explain the opportunities and potential pitfalls in mergers and acquisitions.
  • •Understand the importance of due diligence and valuation.
  • •Discuss the M&A deal closure process.
Week
3

Module 1:

5h

Unit 4: Mergers and Acquisitions: Challenges and Regulatory Authorities

3 study hours
  • •Identify the challenges in mergers and acquisitions.
  • •Understand the roles of regulatory authorities.
  • •Discuss the impact of M&A on the payments system.

Unit 5: Concept of Corporate strategy

2 study hours
  • •Define corporate strategy.
  • •Understand the importance of corporate strategy.
  • •Identify the different levels of strategy.
Week
4

Module 2:

4h

UNIT 6: Forms of Strategy

4 study hours
  • •Analyze the concept of strategy.
  • •Differentiate between corporate and competitive strategy.
  • •Identify factors affecting competitive industry.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

UNIT 7: Banking Sector Consolidation

4 study hours
  • •Understand the overview of the banking sector in Nigeria.
  • •Explain the current banking sector reform.
  • •Discuss the future of emerging banks.
Week
6

Module 2:

4h

UNIT 8: Consolidation in the oil and Gas Industry: Mergers and Acquisitions

4 study hours
  • •Understand the regulatory framework for consolidation in the oil and gas industry.
  • •Explain merger procedures.
  • •Discuss acquisitions and takeovers.
Week
7

Module 2:

4h

UNIT 9: Incentives on Consolidation in the Nigerian Banking Industry

4 study hours
  • •Understand the incentives on consolidation in the Nigerian banking industry.
  • •Discuss legal and accounting issues.
  • •Explain corporate governance and social safety nets.
Week
8

Module 2:

4h

UNIT 10: Products

4 study hours
  • •Define the meaning of a product.
  • •Identify product levels.
  • •Understand the elements of a product.
  • •Discuss product classification.
Week
9

Module 3:

4h

UNIT 11: Product-Mix Strategies

4 study hours
  • •Differentiate between product mix and product line.
  • •Explain product-mix strategies.
  • •Understand the product life cycle.
Week
10

Module 3:

4h

UNIT 12: New Product Development

4 study hours
  • •Define a new product.
  • •Understand the new product development dilemma.
  • •Explain the product-development process.
Week
11

Module 3:

4h

UNIT 13: Product Development Theories

4 study hours
  • •Explain the theories of product development.
  • •Discuss the concept of death and continuity of a product.
  • •Understand companies' strategies for product development.
Week
12

Module 3:

4h

UNIT 14: Quality

4 study hours
  • •Define the meaning of quality.
  • •Explain quality control.
  • •Understand the objectives of quality control.
  • •Discuss the advantages of quality control.
Week
13

Module 3:

4h

UNIT 15: Total Quality Management

4 study hours
  • •Understand the relationship between quality and total quality management.
  • •Identify the costs associated with quality.
  • •Explain the concept of total quality management.
  • •Discuss the criticisms of TQM.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a detailed study schedule allocating specific time slots for each unit.

2

Summarize key concepts and theories from each module into concise notes.

3

Practice applying theoretical frameworks to real-world case studies.

4

Review all tutor-marked assignments and feedback to identify areas for improvement.

5

Focus on understanding the legal and regulatory frameworks governing mergers and acquisitions in Nigeria.

6

Prepare for essay questions by outlining potential arguments and supporting evidence.

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