ASSIGNMENT

DRIVE SPRING 2016

PROGRAM MBA
SEMESTER 3
SUBJECT CODE & MF0011 &
NAME MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
BK ID B1732
CREDITS 4
MARKS 60

Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400
words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

Q.No Questions Marks Total

Marks
1 Explain the types of mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Each type carries 2 marks. Explanation of 5 types 10 10
2 Explain basic steps in organizing a merger. Explain financial aspects of mergers
Explanation of steps in organizing a merger 7 10
Explanation of financial aspects of merger 3
3 Explain about Management buyouts (MBO), its motives and structure.
Explanation of Management buyouts (MBO) 2 10
Motives behind MBO 4
Structure of a MBO 4
4 Write Short notes on :
Ownership decision
Location decision
Role of government policies in international M&A
Ownership decision 3 10
Location decision 3
Role of government policies in international M&A 4
5 Explain the types of takeovers. Explain defenses against takeover bids.
Types of takeovers. 5 10
Defenses against takeover bids. 5
6 Explain the valuation approaches. Explain the business valuation methods.
Explanation of valuation approaches 5 10
Explanation of business valuation methods 5