Certificate Course on Mergers & Acquisitions

Gain hands-on skills to advise on M&A transactions, conduct due diligence, draft key agreements, and confidently handle corporate deals.

Our 30,000+ Learners Are Working at Leading Law Firms, Companies, and Institutions

Mentors

Leading Lawyers & Industry Experts

Courses led by professionals actively working in law firms, consulting, and corporate roles.

Abhijeet Sonawane

Partner

JSA

Archana R Panchal

Partner

JSA

Shruti K.P

Partner

AZB & Partners

Noorul Hassan

Executive Partner

Lakshmikumaran Sridharan Attorneys

Govinda Toshniwal

Partner

Khaitan & Co.

Mita Sood

Partner

Bharucha & Partners

Sayantani Dutta

Independent Consultant & Ex-Partner

Dentons Link Legal

Meghmala Mukherjee

Assistant Prof & Fellow

Jindal Global Law School

Abhijeet Sonawane

Partner

JSA

Archana R Panchal

Partner

JSA

Shruti K.P

Partner

AZB & Partners

Noorul Hassan

Executive Partner

Lakshmikumaran Sridharan Attorneys

Govinda Toshniwal

Partner

Khaitan & Co.

Mita Sood

Partner

Bharucha & Partners

Sayantani Dutta

Independent Consultant & Ex-Partner

Dentons Link Legal

Meghmala Mukherjee

Assistant Prof & Fellow

Jindal Global Law School

MODULES

What Will You Learn in 8 Weeks?

Module 1: Basic Concepts Related to Mergers and Acquisitions

  • Mergers
  • Amalgamations or Schemes of Arrangement
  • Acquisition
  • Asset Sale or Slump Sale

Module 2: Drafting of Term Sheet

Module 3: Drafting of Due Diligence Report

Module 4: Live Due Diligence Exercise

Module 5: Tax Considerations in M&A Transactions‍

Module 6: Stages in an M&A Transaction

  • Mergers and Acquisition Strategy Process
  • Target Identification Strategies
  • Information Exchange
  • Valuation and Synergies
  • Offer and Negotiation
  • Due Diligence
  • Agreement
  • Deal Closure and Integration

Module 7: Negotiations in M&A Transactions

Module 8: Drafting of Shareholders Agreement & Share Subscription Agreement

Module 9: Rationale for M&A Transactions (Case Studies)

Module 10: Drafting of Joint Ventures Agreement

  • What is a Joint Venture?
  • Types of Joint Ventures in India
  • Laws Governing JV in India and Practical Aspects

Module 11: Drafting of a Share Purchase Agreement

Module 12: Roadmap to Build a Career in M&A Practice

  • Career Opportunities in M&A
  • Skills Required
  • CV & Cover Letter
  • Interview Questions
  • Interactive Q&A
BENeFITS & BONUSES

What Will You Gain from This Course?

Equip yourself with practical M&A skills to step into corporate deal-making and handle high-value transactions.

1

Weekend Sessions Only

Classes are conducted only on weekends so you can comfortably attend alongside college, internships, exams, or your job.

2

Live & Interactive Learning Experience

Participate in live sessions designed to create a classroom learning where you can ask questions, interact with mentors, and learn through discussions.

3

Career Guidance from M&A Experts

Get insights and guidance from experienced lawyers on building a career in corporate law and M&A transactions.

4

2 Years Access to Recorded Lectures

Revisit every session anytime with 2 years of recording access to revise key concepts and strengthen your understanding.

5

Structured Reading Material

Access carefully prepared study material to help you understand M&A transactions and related legal concepts.

6

Assignments with Personalised Feedback

Apply your learning through practical assignments and receive feedback from mentors to improve your drafting and analytical skills.

7

Internship Recommendation for Top Performers

Top participants may receive internship recommendations at the discretion of mentors based on their performance during the course.

8

Join an Exclusive Legal Professionals' Community

Connect with 30,000+ lawyers, law students, and legal professionals — get peer support, share insights, and stay ahead in your M&A career.

FOR WHO?

Who Should Join?

This course is for anyone who wants to build real, deal-ready M&A skills.

Law Students
Fresh Law Graduates
Practicing Advocates

Corporate Lawyers
Lawyers from Litigation or Other Fields Transitioning into Corporate/M&A Practice
In-House Counsels
CA & CS Professionals
Serious Learners who want practical, transaction-ready M&A skills
LEARNING OUTCOMES

Career Opportunities After This Course

This course opens multiple career pathways and income opportunities.

M&A Associate at a Top-Tier Law Firm

Get deal-ready from day one

Join leading M&A practices at firms like JSA, AZB, Khaitan & Co., or Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas ready to assist on real transactions without the usual learning curve.

In-House Counsel

Advise on deals from inside corporates

Companies handling acquisitions, joint ventures, and mergers need lawyers who understand transaction structuring, due diligence, and deal documentation from the inside.

Independent Corporate Lawyer

Build your own transactional practice

Step into an independent M&A advisory practice with the drafting skills, regulatory knowledge, and deal acumen to advise clients on corporate transactions.

Investment Banking & Financial Advisory

Bridge legal and financial deal-making

Become an advisor in investment banking, private equity, and financial advisory roles that require legal and commercial literacy.

Corporate Governance & Compliance Specialist

Ensure smooth deal execution and regulatory compliance

Use your understanding of SEBI regulations, Companies Act, and competition law to advise on compliance aspects of M&A transactions and post-merger integration.

Legal Researcher & Briefing Counsel

Support top M&A lawyers at the highest level

Use your transaction and drafting skills to support senior M&A counsel in structuring complex deals and navigating regulatory approvals.

SUCCESS STORIES

Hear From Our Alumni

From MNCs to Top Law Firms, Government Departments to Supreme Court practice—our learners are upskilling and transforming their careers with Bettering Results.

Shubham worked at Luthra & Luthra for a year after graduating but took a 2–3 year break to prepare for civil services. Returning to law, he felt uncertain about firm operations and needed to rebuild his practical skills of transactional work from scratch. This M&A course changed it. He got practical clarity and confidence through real industry examples, doubt-solving sessions, and direct insights from top M&A lawyers. He successfully relaunched his career as an Associate at Verist Law, specialising in banking and finance.

Shubham Jhanwar

Associate, Verist Law

Akriti joined the M&A course during her LL.M at JGLS. She knew the concepts but had limited real-world application, and she was looking for a structured program that could bridge the gap between theory and actual deal work. The course delivered exactly that. She found it very informative and thoughtfully designed. Assignments, case studies, and drafting exercises strengthened her practical skills, and she gained the confidence to approach M&A drafting with clarity. She started her career as an Associate at King Stubb & Kasiva, where she now applies those course learnings in her daily work.

Akriti Sharma

Associate, King Stubb & Kasiva

Swapnil was already working as a Legal Manager at Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance but wanted to align her skills with in-demand legal requirements. She needed deeper clarity in reviewing contract clauses and was looking to improve her efficiency in handling complex assignments. The practical exposure the course offered, majorly the sessions on live shareholder agreements, made a difference. She was able to interpret contracts, read between the lines, and identify key clauses.

Swapnil Sinha

Legal Manager, Risk and Compliance, Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Co. Ltd.

Kartik joined the M&A course as a law student who was unsure about how to approach drafting in M&A transactions. Complex concepts felt difficult without proper guidance, and he wanted the clarity and confidence needed to perform well in competitive internships. The course delivered both. Step-by-step guidance simplified what had felt confusing, and hands-on assignments with drafting templates gave him practical exposure he could immediately put to use. The impact showed up directly in his professional growth as he interned at JSA twice, as well as at Kochar & Co. and IndusLaw. He credits the course as a key reason he arrived at those internships ready to contribute.

Kartik Tripathi

Fresh Graduate, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore

Smita had nearly a decade of experience in M&A at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas when she joined the course. She was looking for fresh and practical skills that her years in practice had not delivered. She found the M&A Course to be an excellent, highly engaging learning experience that enriched her already deep M&A knowledge. Mr. Clarence's session stood, and the detailed notes she took proved extremely useful for interviews and conceptual clarity. The course gave her the updated, structured insights she was seeking, and she was so impressed that she was keen to enroll in more Bettering Results programs.

Smita Rakshale

Associate Director – Legal (M&A), Razorpay | Ex-Senior Associate, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas

SEE HOW WE COMPARE

Ready to Build & Transform Your M&A Career?

Here's What You Can Expect From the 8-Week Certificate Course on Mergers & Acquisitions

Before

After

  • Draft term sheets, due diligence reports, shareholder agreements, and SPAs confidently exactly the way top M&A lawyers do in practice.
  • Handle every foundational M&A task independently from day one of your transactional practice.
  • Understand the complete lifecycle of an M&A transaction and manage each stage with clarity and confidence.
  • Draft 6+ real M&A transaction documents independently with the structure and language top law firms use.
  • Get internship recommendations with M&A practices and step into deal teams ready to contribute.
  • Learn directly from partners at JSA, AZB & Partners, Khaitan & Co., and Bharucha & Partners who handle real M&A deals every day.
CERTIFICATION & RECOGNITION

Earn Recognition That Adds Real Value to Your Practice

Receive certification and recognition that reflect your progress and credibility in the legal Industry.

Industry-Relevant Certification

Receive a certificate validating practical skills in M&A advisory and deal execution.

Credible, Practice-Oriented Learning

Demonstrates hands-on training with due diligence, term sheets, and transaction documents.

Long-Term Professional Value

Join a growing network of lawyers working on high-value corporate transactions.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Find clear answers to common questions about the course, learning format, and certification.

How long is the course and what is the time commitment?

The course runs for 8 weeks. Live sessions are conducted on weekends, with an average weekly commitment of 4–5 hours.

When and how will the sessions be conducted?

Live sessions are held on weekends (Saturday & Sunday) via Zoom. Each session is about 1 hour 30 minutes and includes a Q&A so you can clarify doubts directly with the instructors.

What if I miss a session?

No worries. All sessions are recorded and uploaded to your account on the Bettering Results platform. You can watch recordings unlimited times for 2 years at your convenience.

How is this course different from other M&A courses?

This course is taught by legal experts from India's top law firms including JSA, AZB & Partners, Khaitan & Co., and Bharucha & Partners with decades of experience in real M&A transactions. Every session is based on live deal practice, not just textbook theory. We are trusted by 30,000+ lawyers & top corporations including Adani Group & Aditya Birla Group and governments including LBSNAA. 

Will I be evaluated on my performance?

Yes. You will have 1–2 practical assignments including a live due diligence exercise. You will be evaluated on drafting skills, legal acumen, and timely submission with expert feedback to help you improve.

Will I receive a certificate after completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.

Is this course focused on practical application?

Yes. It is completely hands-on and practical. You will work on real M&A documents and transaction scenarios so you can start advising on deals confidently. 

Is this course live or pre-recorded?

It is a Live + Recorded training course conducted on weekends only. You also get recordings for 2 years so you can learn at your own pace and revisit sessions anytime.

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