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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2026
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MGMT 652 002 (CRN: 25343)
MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS
Long Title: MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
Department: Management
Instructor: Grullon, Gustavo
Meeting: 6:15PM - 9:30PM W (21-JAN-2026 - 25-FEB-2026)
Part of Term: MBA H
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 1.5
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Program(s):
MBA Hybrid
MBA for Professional Extended
MBA for Online Program
MBA for Professionals
MBA for Professional Weekend
MBA - Executive Program
MBA
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Graduate Quadmester
Prerequisites: MGMT 648 OR MGMT 848 OR MGMT 648 OR MGMT 848
Section Max Enrollment: 65
Section Enrolled: 54
Enrollment data as of: 25-NOV-2025 12:47AM
Final Exam: GR Course-Dept Schedules Exam
Description: The course examines the merger and acquisition process from the perspectives of buyers and sellers. Attention is paid to the internal (make) versus external (buy) growth opportunities and their value consequences. The course also analyzes the M&A transaction process through the study of cases. An additional focus will be in the interaction of strategic planning, value planning, financial strategies, and investment decisions.