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M&A Modeling: The Practical Basics
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1.6 CPE hours

M&A Modeling: The Practical Basics

Build Short-Form M&A Models in Excel—Fast, Clear, Effective!

Learn how to quickly evaluate mergers and acquisitions with this on-demand, hands-on Excel course focused on building short-form M&A models used in fast-paced finance environments like investment banking, corporate development, and private equity.

✅ Accretion/Dilution Analysis – Instantly assess deal impact on EPS ✅ Equity vs. Debt Consideration – Understand the capital structure implications ✅ Pro-Forma Ownership & Capitalization – See how the deal reshapes control ✅ Synergy Break-Even Analysis – Determine how much value is needed to justify the deal ✅ Deal Sensitivities – Analyze the impact of premium paid and deal structure

Ideal for aspiring analysts and finance professionals looking to break into M&A or sharpen their deal evaluation skills. Start building M&A models with speed and confidence—enroll now!

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Credit and completion: 1.6 CPE hours. Complete all required content and reinforcement activities and score at least 70% on the final assessment. A downloadable certificate is issued after successful completion.

Registration and access: Create or sign in to a Pillars account and complete enrollment or purchase. Individual self-study access expires 365 days after enrollment.

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Pillars of Wall Street LLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors (Registry ID 122036). State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website.

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