1. Chapter 10 Acquisitions and alliances
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2. learning objectives
• know the difference between a merger and an acquisition
• know the reasons why an organisation might undertake an acquisition
• know the steps in the acquisition process
• know the processes involved in integrating different types of acquisitions
• know how to improve the chances of success in making an acquisition
• know the different types of alliances
• know the reasons why an organisation might undertake an alliance
• know the requirements for alliance success
• understand the issues involved in divesting businesses

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