Dharmashastra National Law University (DNLU) is organizing a two-week online certificate course on Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) from February 28 - March 8, 2026.
Structured across 6 modules, participants will cover corporate restructuring, internal capital mechanisms, mergers and acquisitions, key transaction documents (SHA, SSA/SPA, BTA), due diligence, and negotiation strategies.
With real-world case studies, regulatory insights (Companies Act, SEBI, CCI, NCLT), and sessions by industry experts, the course will equip learners with practical skills to structure and execute M&A deals confidently.
Applications are open for law students and in-house counsel, legal practitioners, CA, CS and anybody interested in learning about M&A in India and across the world.
Dr Praveen Tripathi, Registrar & Associate Professor, DNLU, Jabalpur
Archit Shah, Partner, Ernst and Young
Samarth Gupta, Equity Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Apurva Zutshi, Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Smitha Chandrashekhar, Director (Legal), HARMAN International
Anshuman Vikram Singh, Partner, AZB & Partners
Archita Prawasi, Associate, Trilegal
Urja Maloo, Senior Manager, Ernst and Young
Module I: Introduction to M&A
History of mergers, amalgamations and corporate restructuring
Economic and human considerations of corporate restructuring
Motives behind corporate restructuring
Kinds of corporate restructuring and its strategies
Module II: Internal (organic) corporate restructuring
Reduction of share capital
Buyback of shares
Sweat equity and ESOPs
Module III: Mergers and Amalgamations
Types of Mergers & Amalgamations
Understanding the legal backbone: Companies Act, SEBI, CCI approval
M&A process lifecycle
Key case studies
Module IV: Takeovers and Acquisitions
Meaning, types, and strategies of takeovers
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial acquisition of shares and takeovers)
The takeover process
Case studies
Module V: Contemporary AI Issues and Drafting in M&A
Drafting basics
Threat of artificial intelligence
Due diligence essentials
Key clauses across: SHA (tag along right, ROFO, ROFR, exit rights, anti-dilution, board rights, AVM matters)
SSA/SPA (Representations & warranties, indemnities, conditions precedent/subsequent)
BTA (slump sale, excluded assets/liabilities, tax impact)
Emerging trends in M&A
Module VI: Careers and Opportunities in Mergers and Acquisitions
Key career paths in M&A
Technical skills required for an MnA Lawyer
Internships, fellowships, and policy think tanks
Recommended certifications and research platforms
Building a strong public profile through writing, speaking, and contributions
Course Details
Duration: 2 weeks
Dates: February 28 - March 8, 2026
Registration Fee
Students: ₹2999
Professionals: ₹3999
The registration fee is inclusive of GST.
Access to recordings will be provided for 3 months.
E-certificates of completion will be provided after an online assessment.
The detailed schedule of the course will be sent to all participants on February 27.
For other queries kindly contact
Phone: 88175 87602 | Mail: courses@mpdnlu.in
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