CIVIL ENGINEERING
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
IF4420	Mergers and Acquisitions	Spring	3	0	3	9

This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi BAHAR KÖSEOĞLU
Course Lecturer(s):	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi UMUT UĞURLU Prof. Dr. İPEK ALTINBAŞAK FARİNA
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	This course aims at providing students an analytical and theoretical framework to understand the M&A process and will also use cases and real-world applications to develop skills necessary to evaluate and implement a transaction.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The student who successfully completes this course;
I. will have a thorough knowledge of the value drivers of a company
II.Will be able to assess a company within the context of its competitive advantage and the industry it operates in
III.Will learn the process of M&A of a company
IV.Will know the difference of the M&A process from the buyer or seller perspectives
V.Be able to do basic company valuation
VI Have an insight to the participants of the M&A process, negotiation process and the legal documents involved in M&A process.

Course Content

Valuation, valuation techniques, M&A process, Negotiations

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Why companies are bought or sold?
2)	Why the industry in which the company operates is important? Hence industry analysis
3)	What make the medium and small companies differ from the big ones
5)	Valuation II
5)	What are the value drivers of a company?
6)	Valuation II
7)	Most used valuation techniques
8)	Other valuation techniques
9)	M&A process
10)	M&A milestones
11)	Negotiation I
12)	Negotiation II
13)	Due diligence
14)	Wrap up

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	Mergers & Acquisitions ,A. Sherman and Milledge Hart (2006), Investment Valuation, Aswath Damodaran (2002)
References:	Yok / None

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments	1	% 20
Midterms	1	% 35
Final	1	% 45
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 55
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 45
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	4	56
Homework Assignments	1	35	35
Midterms	1	40	40
Final	1	45	45
Total Workload			218

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3)	Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4)	Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively.
5)	Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics.
6)	Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing.
8)	Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology.
9)	To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety.
10)	Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11)	Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions.