Mergers & Acquisitions move markets, transform companies – and require people who think strategically, act methodically, and read between the lines. Our M&A Curriculum prepares selected students for a successful career in this demanding field — practice-oriented, grounded in real-world experience, and shaped by insights from those who work on deals every day.
The focus of this program lies on practical relevance. Students build a solid understanding of how M&A transactions work — from the big picture down to essential building blocks like valuation, due diligence, and integration. They become familiar with the language, logic, and dynamics that shape deals, and develop the ability to follow transaction processes with confidence and clarity. Communication, presentation, and critical thinking are sharpened through hands-on input, while real-life perspectives from experienced professionals offer valuable orientation.
Instead of abstract theory, the curriculum delivers applied knowledge — grounded in current market practice and delivered by those who know the industry from the inside.
If you’re studying finance, business administration, law, or a related subject, and want to learn about M&A directly from active dealmakers, explore real transaction cases, and gain practical insights to prepare for your first industry role.
Apply now to join our exclusive workshop series.
If you believe in investing in future talent, this is your chance to make an impact. Share your expertise, connect with promising young professionals – and help raise the bar in education.
Become a partner and help shape the next generation of M&A professionals.
Mandaco is not a merger or an acquisition, but a venture built on years of M&A expertise and connections. Our purpose has always been to create a platform for the M&A community — a place to share knowledge, build networks, and spotlight those shaping the market. Through M&A Review, published by Prof. Christopher Schalast and Prof. Florian Bauer, we have advanced this mission with publications and events that inform and connect industry professionals.
Launching this curriculum is the next step: equipping the next generation with the knowledge, context, and practical insights to start their careers in M&A. We bring together academic insight and market reality, classroom learning and dealroom dynamics, ambition and opportunity — shaping the M&A professionals of tomorrow.
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Over the course of a year, our workshops combine expert input with active participation, balancing essential theory with real-world application. Held online every two weeks – focused, high-quality, and practical.
Core Skills & Valuation
Execution & Integration
After successfully completing the two parts of the curriculum, participants receive an online badge for each of it –
a first step toward structured M&A qualification.
As a partner, you don’t just contribute content – you shape careers and the future of M&A.
Our partners are leading players in the M&A world — firms and professionals committed to sharing their knowledge, opening new perspectives, and inspiring the next generation of dealmakers. Their mission is to connect expertise with emerging talent, bringing real market insights into the curriculum. They contribute by leading workshops, presenting real transaction cases, and engaging in live discussions that link classroom learning to the realities of the deal market.
One of our cooperation partners is The Emergers – the leading student network for M&A and Private Equity in the DACH region. The Emergers bring together young professionals and experienced market practitioners by hosting exclusive events, inspiring retreats, and high-impact learning opportunities, as well as fostering peer exchange with decision-makers and innovators from business and society.
Participants who successfully complete the M&A Curriculum will receive fast-track access to The Emergers Network, bypassing the standard application process.
Kick-off: October 2025
Application period: Starting August 2025
Format: Online workshops every two weeks
Part I – Core Skills & Valuation: Winter semester, October to end of January
Part II – Execution & Integration: Summer semester, April to end of July
Target group: Bachelor’s and Master’s students interested in M&A, business, law, economics, engineering, or related fields
Cohort size: Max. 50 students per year
How to apply: Submit your CV through our website – or reach out directly if you have questions.
“This program offers a clear and structured overview of the entire M&A process – from strategy to closing – while developing key personal and professional skills. The content comes directly from practitioners – corporate M&A teams, advisors, and private equity professionals who work on real transactions every day."
~ Viktoria Hogeweg, Lead Learning & Development, mandaco
Get in contact!
Tel.: +49 155 6520 9290
E-Mail: viktoria.hogeweg@manda.co
