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Training M&A Modeling - Modeling M&A Deals 2026
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M&A Modeling training objectives
- Master the fundamentals of M&A modeling for professional analyses in business
- Develop certified skills in mergers and acquisitions modeling
- Design company valuation models adapted to 2026 deals
- Implement LBO simulations and accretion/dilution in Excel
- Optimize financial forecasts to evaluate post-merger synergies
- Produce deliverables ready for investor pitches through practical training
M&A Modeling curriculum: 4 modules over 4 days
Module 1 : M&A Modeling Fundamentals: Key Concepts and Excel Setup (templates, financial ratios)
Dive into the basics of mergers and acquisitions through concrete company cases, install professional Excel templates for rapid modeling, calculate valuation ratios such as EV/EBITDA and sector multiples, analyze typical 2026 deal structures with interactive exercises, produce your first simple transaction model, receive personalized feedback from the trainer to consolidate immediate skills.
Module 2 : M&A Valuation Modeling: DCF and Comparables (methods, sensitivities, 2026 scenarios)
Build advanced discounted cash flows adapted to 2026 trends, integrate market comparables and precedent transactions via simulated databases, test sensitivities on macroeconomic variables, perform practical exercises on anonymized real deals, generate dynamic charts for executive reports, apply corrections for control premiums and potential synergies, value a fictional target live to anchor operational know-how.
Module 3 : LBO M&A Modeling: Debt Structuring and Returns (leveraging, IRR, MOIC calculations)
Model a complete LBO for a 2026 acquisition with realistic debt tranches, calculate IRR and MOIC on multiple exits, integrate bank covenants and refinancings, simulate stress-tests on volatile EBITDA via Excel data tables, work on European company cases inspired by current events, produce equity waterfall for investors, optimize structures with the trainer to maximize practical learning and employability.
Module 4 : Integration and Advanced M&A Modeling: Accretion/Dilution, Synergies (pilot final project)
Finalize pro-forma post-merger models with detailed accretion/dilution calculations, quantify cost/revenue synergies over 5 years, integrate EPA and working capital adjustments, pilot the red thread project on a fictional 2026 deal, present outputs to peers for collective code review, export to PDF/PowerPoint ready for business use, consolidate personal certifying portfolio to boost finance career.
How M&A Modeling skills are assessed
- Multiple-choice quiz to validate acquired knowledge at the end of the training
- Continuous assessment through practical M&A exercises
- Defense of the red thread modeling project in front of the trainer
How the M&A Modeling course is taught
- Courses led by an active M&A expert trainer
- Practical exercises on real company deal cases
- Progressive red thread project in M&A modeling
- Complete course materials and Excel templates provided
M&A Modeling training: access and practical arrangements
The Training M&A Modeling - Modeling M&A Deals 2026 program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.
The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.
Equipment required
For the smooth delivery of the Training M&A Modeling - Modeling M&A Deals 2026 program, the following equipment is required:
- Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
- Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
- Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
- Post-training access to materials and educational resources
For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.
* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program
Skills assessment methods
Assessment of skills acquired during the Training M&A Modeling - Modeling M&A Deals 2026 program is performed through:
- During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
- End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
- After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills
Program accessibility
Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.
Enrollment terms and lead times
Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.
The Learni story
Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.
Our method
How Learni guarantees the quality of your M&A Modeling training
Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.
You meet the trainer beforehand
30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.
- Live briefing on goals and team context.
- Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Content tailored to your context
No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.
- Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
- Program co-written then validated by your team.
Continuous quality follow-up
Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.
- NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
- Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.
A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.
Our social commitment
A school kit donated to a child for every training booked
To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.
- Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
- Distributed through our partner charities
- Included, at no extra cost to you
FAQ
M&A Modeling: frequently asked questions
Which tools are used in M&A Modeling training?+
Hands-on work runs on templates, financial ratios, methods, sensitivities, 2026 scenarios and leveraging. Those tools come from the M&A Modeling program itself, delivered on site over 4 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after M&A Modeling training?+
They can master the fundamentals of M&A modeling for professional analyses in business, develop certified skills in mergers and acquisitions modeling and design company valuation models adapted to 2026 deals. Those are the stated objectives of the M&A Modeling program at Beginner level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the M&A Modeling program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: M&A Modeling Fundamentals: Key Concepts and Excel Setup (templates, financial ratios). Day 2: M&A Valuation Modeling: DCF and Comparables (methods, sensitivities, 2026 scenarios). Day 3: LBO M&A Modeling: Debt Structuring and Returns (leveraging, IRR, MOIC calculations). Day 4: Integration and Advanced M&A Modeling: Accretion/Dilution, Synergies (pilot final project). The M&A Modeling program runs over 4 days, delivered on site.
How is M&A Modeling training assessed?+
Assessment relies on multiple-choice quiz to validate acquired knowledge at the end of the training, continuous assessment through practical M&A exercises and defense of the red thread modeling project in front of the trainer. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the M&A Modeling program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does M&A Modeling training cost per participant?+
M&A Modeling training costs $4,620 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $7,865 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does M&A Modeling training take?+
4 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for M&A Modeling training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before M&A Modeling training?+
Basics in financial accounting and intermediate Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas).
Is a certificate issued after M&A Modeling training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
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