The landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in India is more dynamic than ever, emphasizing the importance of not only understanding transaction law but also effectively applying it. From crafting a term sheet and conducting thorough legal due diligence to negotiating a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA), obtaining necessary regulatory approvals, and finalizing cross-border deals, the demand for immediate proficiency is high. Top-tier law firms expect their associates to be ready from the first day.
While India’s prestigious law schools excel in teaching legal principles, there has been a significant gap in practical deal-making education. To address this gap, the National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi), in collaboration with Mentblue, has launched ‘The Practice Series’. This initiative aims to guide participants through the complete lifecycle of a practice area as it progresses within a Tier 1 law firm. The second course in this series, the Certificate Course on Mergers & Acquisitions: Due Diligence and Deal Making, is set to begin on June 20, 2026, with registrations currently open.
Why Choose This Course?
Expert-Led Faculty: Learn from partners and senior practitioners from leading law firms such as Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas, JSA Advocates & Solicitors, Khaitan & Co., and AP & Partners. These experts bring real-world M&A experience to the classroom.
Comprehensive Deal Perspective: The course covers the entire transaction lifecycle, from term sheet initiation to post-merger integration, offering a sequential understanding rather than isolated topic discussions.
Real-World Deal Scenarios: Participants will work with real Indian and international transactions, including annotated SPAs and redacted due diligence reports, providing practical insights beyond theoretical case studies.
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Internship Opportunities: The top-performing participant will secure an internship with AP & Partners, gaining hands-on experience in their M&A practice.
Recognized Certification: The course is supervised by NLU Delhi’s Centre for Regulatory Studies, with a certificate awarded upon completion.
Flexible Learning Format: Designed for both law students and professionals, the course offers weekend-only live sessions with six-month access to recordings.
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Course Content Overview
Module 1: M&A Foundations & Due Diligence – Explore the M&A deal lifecycle, due diligence foundations, and practical document reviews.
Module 2: Legal Framework & Key Transaction Documents – Understand provisions under the Companies Act, 2013, Share Purchase Agreements, and Share Subscription Agreements.
Module 3: Deal Structuring & Investor Agreements – Delve into Shareholders’ Agreements, PE/VC clause specifics, and important regulations for listed companies, including the Takeover Code.
Module 4: Regulatory, Tax & Negotiation – Learn about tax implications in M&A and the negotiation of transaction documents.
Module 5: Alternative Structures & Cross-Border Transactions – Study Business Transfer Agreements, Schemes of Arrangement, and the FEMA regime for international M&A.
Additional features include two assignment workshops and a final session on career planning, AI tools, and the future of transactional practice.
Course Details
Duration: 15 live online sessions spread over 5 modules, from June to August 2026.
Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays at 10:00 AM IST.
Mode: Online, live sessions with a six-month recording access.
Eligibility: Open to law students (LL.B./LL.M.), advocates, junior associates aiming to specialize in M&A, CA/CS professionals, investment bankers, and in-house counsel.
Fee: ₹12,000 for students and ₹15,000 for professionals, inclusive of taxes. Group nominations from law firms and corporates are available upon request.
Certification: Participants receive a Certificate of Completion from NLU Delhi’s Centre for Regulatory Studies.
To register, visit: Registration Link
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