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Mergers and Acquisitions
C/B/2121. Dissertation. Impact of IT System Integration on Success of Mergers and Acquisitions: Case Study of United Bank for Africa
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- 18400
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- 13 Slides
- DATE:
- 2010
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The dissertation examines the impact of the information technology (IT) integration on the merger of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Standard Trust Bank (STB) in Nigeria. The review of literature touches on the history of the UBA-STB merger, the features of electronic banking, the theory of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the background of the Nigerian economy and banking industry, the use of IT in UBA, etc. The methods of the research are based on related secondary data and primary data obtained from questionnaires distributed among the bank’s staff, customers and suppliers. Conclusions are made about their level of satisfaction with the merger in terms of the re-engineering, refocusing and re-branding of the bank’s IT system. A 13-slide presentation of the dissertation is supplied in a separate file.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, electronic banking, mergers and acquisitions, M&A, United Bank for Africa, UBA, Standard Trust Bank, STB, Nigeria, IT systems integration,
C/B/2114. Evaluating eBay's acquisition of Skype
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- 4400
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 49.99 GBP
The paper examines eBay’s acquisition of Skype analysing the factors that prompted this strategic move, examining the key elements of the company’s IT/IS strategy, and making evaluation of the purchase from the perspective of strategic and operational synergy. Advantages and disadvantages of the eBay and Skype integration are highlighted suggesting strategic recommendations about the company growth and the integration of their IT and IS frameworks. A five-slide presentation of the paper is supplied in a separate file,
KEYWORDS: eBay, Skype, merger and acquisition, synergy, IT/IS strategy,
C/B/2109. Corporate Strategy of Forte Hotels
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- 900
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 9.99 GBP
The paper examines the implementation of strategic management in the Forte hotel group reviewing their acquisition and divestiture strategy and discussing how the acquisition of TraveLodge and Meridien brand names has contributed to Forte’s competitive advantage.
KEYWORDS: Forte group, corporate-level strategy, mergers and acquisitions, diversification, hotel industry,
C/M/1312. Acquisition of Small Firm by Large Builder: Issues of Change Management
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- 5600
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- 2010
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- 59.99 GBP
The paper looks at the prospective acquisition of a fictitious company Small Firm Ltd by another fictitious company Large Builder plc examining the challenges of change management related to the economic recession, increasing competition, cultural change, etc. Conditions of the successful integration of Small Firm into Large Builder are explored making references to the theory of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), knowledge management, etc. An action plan for the change management implementation during the merger is developed, the issues of resistance to change are addressed, the role of the organisation’s leadership is highlighted.
KEYWORDS: Acquisition, Small Firm, Large Builder, construction management, change management, mergers and acquisitions,
S/B/538. Joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions: theory and case studies
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- 3500
- DATE:
- 2010
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper looks at joint ventures (JV), mergers and acquisitions (M&A) providing definitions of each business strategy and highlighting their advantages and disadvantages. The driving forces behind JV and M&A are identified, case studies are presented of Anheuser-Busc's acquisition by InBev and the joint venture MillerCoors created by the UK brewery SABMiller and the American company Molson Coors. The differences between JV and M&A are explained.
KEYWORDS: Joint ventures, JV, mergers and acquisitions, M&A, Anheuser-Busc, InBev, MillerCoors,
S/B/534. Motives, benefits and financing of mergers and acquisitions: case study of Virgin Media
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- 4100
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 49.99 GBP
The paper looks at mergers and acquisitions (M&A) examining a merger of UK companies NTL and Telewest into Virgin Media. Horizontal, vertical and conglomerate types of merger are described, motives for M&A are outlined, benefits of M&A are identified, the importance of a new brand name is highlighted, the methods of M&A financing are explored
KEYWORDS: mergers and acquisitions, NTL, Telewest, Virgin Media,
S/B/532. What are the reasons behind mergers and acquisitions?
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- 890
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 9.99 GBP
The paper looks at the motives for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) considering companies' search for synergy, portfolio diversification, control, etc. Pressures for companies to undertake M&A are considered.
KEYWORDS: mergers and acquisitions, M&A,
C/B/2084. Merger related problems in Breyer Group and management approaches to their solution
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- 1950
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper addresses the merger-related problems faced by Breyer Constructions suggesting recommendations about the ways to facilitate communication among the company’s staff along the lines of conflict management, cross-cultural management and change management.
KEYWORDS: Breyer Constructions, merger, conflict management, change management,
C/B/2069. Presentation. Crossroads Inc: HR policies in Tradco and Hardpharm before the merger
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- 0
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- 14 Slides
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
This is a presentation of the research into the human resource policies of two companies, Tradco and Hardpharm that are planning to merge into a new company Crossroads Inc. Information is provided on the strengths and weaknesses of HRM in each company, their system of performance management, organisational culture, etc. Recommendations are suggested about new approaches to HRM in Crossroads.
KEYWORDS: Presentation, Crossroads Inc, Tradco, Hardpharm, merger, HRM,
C/B/2058. Mergers and Acquisitions: Drivers, Success factors and Causes of Failure
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- 1000
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at mergers and acquisitions (M&A) analysing their driving forces, success factors and failure factors, and providing examples of various M&A that ended in success or failure. The measures that should be taken after every merger are discussed.
KEYWORDS: Mergers and Acquisitions, M&A,
C/F/602. Merger between Chrysler and Daimler-Benz
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- 2200
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the merger between two automobile companies, Chrysler and Daimler-Benz of 1998 describing the background of both companies and the situation that preceded the merger, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of both companies, identifying the goals and the main drivers of the merger, the high and low values of the companies, the risks involved in the merger, etc. Recommendations suggested for the combination of Daimler-Benz and Chrysler are reviewed, conclusions are made about the outcome of the merger.
KEYWORDS: Chrysler, Daimler-Benz, DaimlerChrysler, Merger, Discounted cash flow approach, negotiate,
C/B/1778. Critical Analysis of Boston Consulting Group matrix: acquisition of Volkswagen-Audi Group by Porsche
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper looks at the history, benefits and shortcomings of the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) matrix applying it to Porsche’s acquisition of VAG and the company’s product portfolio to identify how and where Porsche have achieved strategic fit. Recommendations are suggested on the basis of the findings discussing whether VAG are truly a global company.
KEYWORDS: Porsche, Boston Consulting Group matrix, BCG, Volkswagen-Audi Group, VAG, acquisition,
C/B/1765. Acquisition of Corus Group by Tata Steel Ltd
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- 1400
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper offers a case study of the acquisition of the UK Corus Group by the Indian company Tata Steel Limited in 2007 explaining that Tata Steel resorted to equity and debt financing with Corus Group, which offered the opportunity to enter Western Europe and to become the fifth largest steel maker. The situation that followed the merger is analyzed.
KEYWORDS: Tata Steel, Corus Group, Merger and Acquisition,
S/B/515. Dissertation. Role of HRM in mergers and acquisitions: case study of Tata and Corus
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- 18800
- DATE:
- 2009
- PRICE:
- 189.99 GBP
The dissertation looks at the human side of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) addressing the issues of Human Resource Management (HRM) related to M&A and conducting a case study of the merger between Indian and British steel companies Tata and Corus. A review of literature touches on the theory of M&A, the recent trends in M&A activity, the key factors that determine success and failure of M&A, the reasons why companies resort to M&A, the impacts of M&A on the employees, the role of HRM in managing related difficulties, etc. The methods of the research are based on secondary data and primary data gathered from the questionnaires and interviews with HR personnel and employees of both Tata and Corus companies. Conclusions are made on the basis of the research findings suggesting recommendations about the ways to handle the key HR issues in Tata Corus including reward and benefit system, employee training, outsourcing, etc.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Tata, Corus, reward and benifit system,
C/B/1758. Causes of M&A Failure: case of PSGHP
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- 3200
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper analyses the potential causes of failure in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) looking at two cases of M&A failure in order to identify the mechanisms that may lead to failure. A list of other causes of M&A failures is provided and supported by evidence found in related academic literature. The failure of the merger between Geisinger Health System (GHS) and Hershey Medical Center (HMC) that became Penn State Geisinger Health Plan (PSGHP) is analysed.
KEYWORDS: Merger and acquisition, M&A failure, Disintegration, PSGHP, GHS, HMC,
C/B/1742. Volkswagen and Porsche merger
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- 3800
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper looks at the merger of Volkswagen and Porsche conducting portfolio analysis of Volkswagen and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) analysis of both organisations, and suggesting recommendations about their portfolio management. The challenges and risks related to the merger are outlined, the importance of Value Chain Analysis (VCA) is highlighted describing the stages of VCA relevant for the merger. Porter’s five forces and SWOT analysis is conducted. Recommendations are suggested about the development of the merged supply chain.
KEYWORDS: Merger, Volkswagen, Porsche, Value Chain analysis, VCA, BCG, SWOT, Porter’s five forces,
C/B/1691. Merger of BHP and Billiton
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- 1200
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- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at the growing trend of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) offering a case study of the merger of BHP and Billiton in 2001 to create the world’s largest mining company. The strategic drivers of M&A are identified explaining the rationale behind choosing merger as a growth strategy.
KEYWORDS: BHP Billiton, Merger, Acquisition, Takeover, Mining, Strategic Management,
C/B/1662. How successful, if any, has the recent wave of business takeovers been when dealing with the issue of “ethical business”? Using four different managerial policies try to analyse the rationale behind this strategy. What are the likely consequences of this trend on the food industry?
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- 1900
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at the increasing role of mergers and takeovers as corporate growth strategies addressing ethical concerns associated with takeovers, examining the key players in the UK food retail market, and discussing friendly takeovers as opposed to hostile takeovers.
KEYWORDS: Takeovers, Mergers, ethical, food retail,
C/B/1660. UK Sportswear Industry
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- 2500
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the main features of the sportswear industry of the UK using Porter’s five forces model and PEST analysis. The two horizontal takeovers in the sportswear industry are discussed, i.e. the Umbro takeover by Nike and the Reebok takeover by Adidas.
KEYWORDS: Nike, Adidas, Takeover, Sportswear industry, Porter’s Five Forces, PEST,
C/B/1626. Comparing culture and leadership styles at British Airways and Iberia Airlines
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- 2100
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the merger plan of British Airways (BA) and Iberia Airlines describing the difficult economic environment that the airlines are facing. The merger of the two airlines is examined from cultural and leadership perspectives.
KEYWORDS: BA, British Airways, Iberia, culture, leadership, merger,
C/B/1630. Daewoo CV Acquisition by Tata Motors
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- 3000
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper looks at the acquisition of Daewoo CV by Tata Motors analyzing the economic and strategic reasons behind the deal and its major potential synergies. The global strategy of Tata Motors and the challenges of their market expansion related to the acquisition are discussed.
KEYWORDS: Mergers, Acquisitions, Daewoo CV, Tata Motors, take-over,
C/B/1631. Acquisition of Land Rover and Jaguar by Tata Motors
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- 2900
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 29.99 GBP
The paper explores the acquisition of Land Rover and Jaguar by Tata Motors exploring the issues of relocating the production activities of this market segment, and analysing the outcome of diversifying production.
KEYWORDS: Tata Motors, Land Rove, Jaguar, Acquisitions, Indian economy, Automobile industry,
C/B/1402. How can an organisation best integrate new staff into the organisation following a merger or an acquisition of another firm?
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- 3200
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 39.99 GBP
The paper presents a managerial problem and assesses the potential impact of this problem on the organisation exploring how organisations can best integrate new staff into the existing businesses after a merger or an acquisition of another firm.
KEYWORDS: Managerial problem, integrating new staff,
C/B/1414. Evaluation of Merger and Acquisition
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- 4800
- DATE:
- 2009
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- 49.99 GBP
The paper presents an evaluation of the merger and acquisition (M&A) of ING Insurance Company (new name: Intact Insurance) of Canada and the Allianz Insurance Company of Canada conducting PESTL analysis of the insurance industry in Canada and examining the strengths, weaknesses, best practices and the methods associated with the M&A. Successes and the failures of the M&A are discussed considering what the organization could have done better.
KEYWORDS: Merger and Acquisition, M&A, Canadian insurance industry, PESTL,
C/B/1010. Dissertation. Has Disney's acquisition of Pixar Animation Studios been successful?
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- 14000
- DATE:
- 2008
- PRICE:
- 149.99 GBP
The dissertation examines whether the acquisition of Pixar Animation Studio by Walt Disney Company has been successful. The background of the acquisition is presented, literature is reviewed on the theory of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) including the challenges of M&A, the ways to evaluate the success of M&A, etc. Analysis of the financial performance of the company in 2006 is conducted using their share price movements, etc. Conclusions are made about the success of the Pixar acquisition by Disney.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, mergers and acquisitions, M&A, Pixar, Disney,
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