The 'M&A Mastermind' competition invites teams of 6-7 members to propose innovative mergers and acquisitions strategies for leading corporations, focusing on market research and synergies. Participants will choose between two scenarios involving Adani Group and Paytm, delivering a comprehensive M&A pitch evaluated on market understanding, strategic rationale, financial analysis, and presentation quality. The event lasts 2 hours, with cash prizes up to ₹6,000 for the winning team.
The 'M&A Mastermind' competition invites teams of 6-7 members to propose innovative mergers and acquisitions strategies for leading corporations, focusing on market research and synergies. Participants will choose between two scenarios involving Adani Group and Paytm, delivering a comprehensive M&A pitch evaluated on market understanding, strategic rationale, financial analysis, and presentation quality. The event lasts 2 hours, with cash prizes up to ₹6,000 for the winning team.
The 'M&A Mastermind' competition invites teams of 6-7 members to propose innovative mergers and acquisitions strategies for leading corporations, focusing on market research and synergies. Participants will choose between two scenarios involving Adani Group and Paytm, delivering a comprehensive M&A pitch evaluated on market understanding, strategic rationale, financial analysis, and presentation quality. The event lasts 2 hours, with cash prizes up to ₹6,000 for the winning team.
The 'M&A Mastermind' competition invites teams of 6-7 members to propose innovative mergers and acquisitions strategies for leading corporations, focusing on market research and synergies. Participants will choose between two scenarios involving Adani Group and Paytm, delivering a comprehensive M&A pitch evaluated on market understanding, strategic rationale, financial analysis, and presentation quality. The event lasts 2 hours, with cash prizes up to ₹6,000 for the winning team.
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
Download as docx, pdf, or txt
You are on page 1/ 3
"M&A MASTERMIND”
A competition where innovative minds converge to craft the next wave of
transformative mergers and acquisitions. In this competition, your team will step into the shoes of strategic advisors, tasked with identifying and proposing a compelling M&A opportunity for a leading corporate. This is your chance to delve deep into market research, uncover synergies, and present a well-argued, visionary deal that could reshape industries. Get ready to showcase your analytical prowess and strategic thinking in this high-stakes arena of corporate strategy!
Can you identify the winning strategies? Will your insights shape the future of corporate alliances?
Number of Teams: 6 Participants: 6-7 members per team (maximum 7) Time for Event: 2 hours Prize Details: Cash prizes up to ₹6,000
Rules and Regulations:
Objective: Leverage cross-functional expertise combining insights from finance,
strategy, marketing, human resources and operations to craft a winning M&A proposal that drives transformative growth.
Team Formation: Each team should comprise 6-7 members representing
diverse functional areas (Marketing, Finance, HR, and Analytics) to mimic a real- world company structure.
Deliverables: Two broad business scenarios for two specific companies have been outlined in the annexure. Groups can choose to work on either scenario. Each groups needs to put itself in the shoes of an M&A advisor to the company outlined in the scenario chosen by them and come up with a well-researched M&A pitch outlining their advice to their potential client. This advice should be in the form of a presentation that which will be presented to judges during the competition. The solution should cover, among other things, the following key areas. 1. Evaluation of Present Situation : Understanding the scenario and present situation of their client to highlight the need for a transformative M&A. 2. Market Exploration and Target Identification : Market research to compile a list of potential M&A targets that their client can consider. 3. Evaluation of Potential Targets : Evaluation of potential targets on their suitability as a M&A target for their client. Various factors like strategic alignment, financial health, operational fit, valuation considerations, regulatory issues, cultural compatibility and integration complexity can be considered while conducting this evaluation. 4. Valuation of Best Fit Target: Financial valuation of the selected target, taking into account its market position, financial health, and growth potential. This phase involves assessing the target's value and determining the potential financial benefits of the merger or acquisition. 5. Other Considerations: Any other factors that might have a bearing on the execution of this transaction.
Evaluation Criteria: The judges will evaluate each presentation across five key parameters. 1. Understanding of Market Dynamics 2. Strategic Rationale for the Suggested Transaction 3. Quality of the Financial Analysis 4. Incorporation of a Holistic Perspective 5. Quality of Presentation
Time Limit: Each team has 10 minutes for their presentation followed by 5 minutes for Q&A. Adherence to the time limit is critical.
Ethical Conduct: Teams are expected to uphold highest ethical standards
throughout the competition.
Note: Teams can use all available resources for developing their analysis and presentation (including online resources, ChatGPT, guidance from mentors etc.). However, they would be assessed on the quality and understanding of the final recommendation made by them. Problem Statement 1
You are working at a leading M&A advisory firm, planning to pitch a
transformative M&A strategy to the Adani Group to help it overcome the challenge thrown by Ultratech Cements. Develop a comprehensive pitch incorporating the elements listed in the deliverables above.
Background: The Indian cement industry is a highly competitive landscape
characterized by a few dominant players and numerous regional players. The sector has witnessed a fair bit of consolidation in recent years, driven by factors such as economies of scale, cost reduction, and market expansion. Ultratech Cements, the leading player in this space, has sought to consolidate its leadership position through its recent bid to acquire a majority stake in India Cements. The Adani Group entered the cements space through its acquisition of Ambuja Cements in 2022 holds the second position.
Problem Statement 2
You are working at a leading M&A advisory firm, planning to pitch a
transformative M&A strategy to Paytm to help it overcome its diminishing market position. Develop a comprehensive pitch incorporating the elements listed in the deliverables above.
Background: The Indian digital payments industry has witnessed rapid growth in recent years, driven by increasing smartphone penetration and government initiatives. Key players such as Paytm, Google Pay, and PhonePe have emerged as dominant forces. However, the industry is characterized by intense competition, evolving consumer preferences, and regulatory challenges. Once a dominant player, Paytm has faced challenges in recent times, impacting its market position. Its stock price has gone down by around 75% in comparison to its listing price.
