Nearly half of all mergers fail, yet the warning signs are often present long before a deal unravels. In this course, explore the root causes of merger failure and learn how to identify early warning signs using a research-backed diagnostic framework. Examine the Corporate Divorce Matrix, a tool for forecasting the likely trajectory of a troubled deal, and the two distinct paths a corporate breakup can take. Along the way, investigate the cultural dynamics that contribute to failure beyond surface-level clashes and the strategic dilemmas senior leaders face when a bad deal begins to unravel. This course is an ideal fit for corporate development professionals, M&A practitioners, and senior leaders who need to protect shareholder value and organizational credibility.
This course was created by MIT Sloan Management Review. We are pleased to host this training in our library.
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