CFA Society Sri Lanka and Deloitte collaborate to offer course on ‘Mergers & Acquisitions Essentials

CFA Society Sri Lanka, in partnership with Deloitte Sri Lanka & Maldives announced a specialized course, “From Concepts to Closing: Mergers & Acquisitions Essentials,” to be held on 30 January from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Taj Samudra, Colombo.

This programme is tailored to provide professionals with a foundational understanding of the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) process. It will focus on the rationale behind M&A, the structured life cycle of a deal, its critical components, and the legal frameworks governing such agreements. “By the end of the course, participants will gain the essential knowledge and skills required to navigate complex transactions effectively,” said a spokesperson from CFA Society Sri Lanka.

The course outline emphasizes the core aspects of the M&A process, beginning with the strategic rationale for M&A and an introduction to the M&A lifecycle. Key topics include financial and tax due diligence, with a focus on critical technical aspects and fair value considerations. 

The programme will also delve into the legal framework, covering Sales and Purchase Agreements, conditions precedent (CPs), representations and warranties, financial close, and settlement mechanisms. To provide a practical perspective, the course includes a case study of a real-world transaction, allowing participants to apply their learning.

A distinguished panel of facilitators will lead the course, including: Ravidu Gunasekera, Partner: Transaction Services, Deloitte Sri Lanka & Maldives, Charmaine Tillekeratne, Partner: Head of Tax, Deloitte Sri Lanka & Maldives, Dushyantha Perera, Partner: Head of Corporate & Commercial Law, Sudath Perera Associates, and Gaurav Khanna, Partner: Strategy, Risk & Transactions, Deloitte India

“This course is an opportunity for professionals to deepen their understanding of the M&A process. It is ideal for financial analysts, corporate finance managers, business development professionals, and anyone eager to gain insights into navigating M&A transactions,” added the spokesperson. Registrations are open until 28 January.