Merger rationale and types

Merger rationale and types

Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) — Fourth Year

Subject: Fundamentals of Corporate Finance (FIN 250)

Unit 9: Merger and Acquisition

Academic Year: 2083/84

Topic Objectives

After studying this topic, students should be able to:

• Explain the scope and key elements of merger rationale and types.
• Apply the relevant financial concepts or calculations and explain their assumptions, risks and analytical limits.

Curriculum Scope

• Rationale for mergers
• Types of mergers
• Level of merger activity
• Hostile versus friendly takeovers

Detailed Microsyllabus

1. Merger foundations

   1. Rationale and types of merger.
   2. Friendly versus hostile takeover.
   3. Use dated evidence for merger activity.

2. Assessment

   1. Possible synergies and strategic fit.
   2. Integration costs and risks.
   3. Distinguish proposed benefits from achieved results.

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Curriculum reference: Tribhuvan University, Faculty of Management, revised four-year BBS curriculum, PDF pages 80–82.

Source note: The curriculum scope above is retained from the existing TU syllabus breakdown. The numbered study subtopics are editorial elaborations for teaching and study, rather than a separately issued TU syllabus. Unit or component allocations apply at their stated level; no separate topic hours or marks are assigned here. Examples involving current laws, rates, institutional products or Nepalese status must identify the relevant period and official materials; no changing numerical or legal requirements are invented here.