Due Diligence for Acquisitions (On-Demand - CPA PRO)
Overview
This seminar focuses on the core part of a mergers and acquisitions (M & A) project: how to plan, evaluate, analyze and then synthesize the information accumulated. It will deepen participants’ understanding of the things to consider, plan and watch for in M & A transactions.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- identify and execute the components of the due diligence process
- evaluate financial data and apply financial review procedures
- describe non-financial due diligence areas of consideration (HR, IT, etc.)
- identify common lessons learned and tips and traps in the due diligence process
Content
- M & A process overview
- planning for the transaction
- financial review: quality of earnings and normalized EBITDA, net working capital and net debt
- financial, human resources, legal and operational reviews
- purchase agreement and purchase price adjustments
- integration matters
- common findings and conclusion
Course Content Created: November 2021
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenters
Erin Harwood, CPA, CAKevin Zhao, CPA
About This Product
On-Demand Courses by CPA PRO are either video recordings from live seminars, or video recordings produced specifically for the on-demand audience. Slides and any corresponding handout materials are included where available.These titles are eligible for Verifiable CPD Hours – in order to claim these hours as verifiable, you will be required to successfully complete a short quiz. You will be able to print or save your electronic certificate of completion.
Note that some courses comprise both formal instruction and self-directed exercises. In such cases, participants must complete both components to claim full CPD hours, or must reduce their reported CPD hours accordingly.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
Course Dates & Registration
- 7
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 10
- Credits
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.
Due Diligence for Acquisitions (On-Demand - CPA PRO)
- 7
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 10
- Credits
Overview
This seminar focuses on the core part of a mergers and acquisitions (M & A) project: how to plan, evaluate, analyze and then synthesize the information accumulated. It will deepen participants’ understanding of the things to consider, plan and watch for in M & A transactions.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Course Description
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
- identify and execute the components of the due diligence process
- evaluate financial data and apply financial review procedures
- describe non-financial due diligence areas of consideration (HR, IT, etc.)
- identify common lessons learned and tips and traps in the due diligence process
Content
- M & A process overview
- planning for the transaction
- financial review: quality of earnings and normalized EBITDA, net working capital and net debt
- financial, human resources, legal and operational reviews
- purchase agreement and purchase price adjustments
- integration matters
- common findings and conclusion
Course Content Created: November 2021
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.Presenters
Erin Harwood, CPA, CAKevin Zhao, CPA
About This Product
On-Demand Courses by CPA PRO are either video recordings from live seminars, or video recordings produced specifically for the on-demand audience. Slides and any corresponding handout materials are included where available.These titles are eligible for Verifiable CPD Hours – in order to claim these hours as verifiable, you will be required to successfully complete a short quiz. You will be able to print or save your electronic certificate of completion.
Note that some courses comprise both formal instruction and self-directed exercises. In such cases, participants must complete both components to claim full CPD hours, or must reduce their reported CPD hours accordingly.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
Course Dates & Registration
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.