Harvard Business Review on Mergers & Acquisitions

by Harvard Business Publishing, Michael D. Watkins

From valuation to integration, Harvard Business Review on Mergers and Acquisitions helps managers think through what such a strategic move would mean for their organizations. It includes articles from top experts such as Alfred Rappaport and Ronald Ashkenas and provides a whole-picture perspective on mergers and acquisitions - from choosing a compatible acquisition to establishing realistic valuations to executing successful integrations.

Genres: Business

224 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2001

About the author

Harvard Business Publishing (HBP) is a publisher founded in 1994 as a not-for-profit, independent corporation and an affiliate of Harvard Business School (distinct from Harvard University Press), with a focus on improving business management practices. The company offers articles, books, case studies, simulations, videos, learning programs, and digital tools to organizations and subscribers.
HBP consists of three market units: Education, Corporate Learning, and Harvard Business Review Group. Their offering consists of print and digital media (Harvard Business Review, Harvard Business Review Press books, Harvard Business School cases), events, digital learning (Harvard ManageMentor, HMM Spark), blended learning, and campus experiences.

Reviews

[Evan Dewangga · Rating 4 out of 5]

My very first business book, a great insight to dive in M&A. I like how they make a comparation between merger and wedding. Just like the way I hope it.

[Alberto Lopez · Rating 4 out of 5]

As it always is the case with all HBR books, a great quick read on a relevant business topic.

[Lori Grant · Rating 4 out of 5]

A should-read book on mergers and acqusitions for knowledge workers and entrepreneurs.

[Dash Williams · Rating 2 out of 5]

More amusing than informative.