NEXT BATCH IN 2027 | 8-Week Online Certificate Course on Mergers & Acquisitions by NLU Delhi [Internship with AP & Partners]: Enrol Now!

Join NLU Delhi’s 8-week Online Certificate Course on Mergers & Acquisitions with an internship opportunity at AP & Partners. Enrol by Sep 25. Next batch in 2027.

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About the Course on M&A: Due Diligence & Deal Making by NLU Delhi 

A 2 Month intensive certificate course that takes you through an M&A transaction the way it actually unfolds in a law firm.

Across 16 live online sessions, partners and counsels from India’s leading law firms walk participants through the full deal lifecycle – term sheet, due diligence, transaction documents, regulatory clearances and closing – using the same frameworks and documents they use in live mandates.

The programme is built for participants who want to move from knowing the law to running the deal. The next batch of this course is expected to be offered only in 2027.

Certification: NLU Delhi Certified — Certificate issued by National Law University, Delhi.

Top performer will get internship at AP & Partners.

Eligibility

Law students (including LLM students), graduates, academicians and practitioners.

It is also open to all individuals interested in learning IP Laws and practice

Course Structure

Module – 01: M&A Foundations & Due Diligence

• Session 1: Life Cycle of an M&A Deal
• Session 2: Due Diligence – Introduction & Framework
• Session 3: Due Diligence – Document Review & Practical Insights

Module – 02: Legal Framework & Primary Transaction Documents

• Session 4: Key Concepts: Guarnatees/ Indemnities, Damagers, Reps & Warranties
• Session 5: Key Provisions under the Companies Act
• Session 6: SPA and SSA

Module – 03: Deal Structuring & Investor Agreements

• Session 8: Shareholders’ Agreement
• Session 9: PE/VC Deals – Specific Clauses & How M&A Differs from PE/VC
• Session 10: Key Provisions for Listed Companies – Takeover Code & Insider Trading

Module – 04: Regulatory, Tax & Negotiation

• Session 10: Tax Aspects of M&A Deals
• Session 11: Negotiation of Transaction Documents

Module – 05: Alternative Structures & Cross-Border Transactions

• Session 13: Business Transfer Agreement & Asset Transfer Agreement
• Session 14: Scheme of Arrangement
• Session 15: FEMA Regime for Cross-Border M&A

Assignment Workshops

• Session 6: Mid-Course Assignment Workshop (Assignment 1)
• Session 16: Final Assignment Workshop + Career, AI & Roadmap

Exclusive Perks for Top Performers

CV review & 1:1 career guidance: The top two performers receive a complimentary CV review and a personalised 1:1 career guidance session / mock interview and direct feedback with Mr. Akshay Pathak, Counsel, Khaitan & Co

Perks

1. Weekend sessions with fixed timings
2. Live and interactive sessions with doubt-clearing options
3. Learn from the top industry experts
4. A certificate on completion of the course to show your expertise
5. Get access to recorded video lectures
6. Practical assignments

Faculties

1. Kosturi Ghosh, Senior Partner, Trilegal
2. Ajay G Prasad, Partner, JSA Advocates & Solcitors
3. Yashvi Singh, Partner, Trilegal
4. Nandini Seth, Partner, JSA Advocates & Solicitors
5. Snigdhaneel Satpathy, Partner, Saraf & Partners
6. Romit Dey, Partner, AP & Partners
7. Abhisshek Singlla, Partner, IC Regfin Legal
8. Lakshmi Pradeep, Former Partner, S&R Associates
9. Akshay Pathak, Counsel, Khaitan & Co.

Certification

Upon completion of the assignment, participants will receive an e-certificate that can be downloaded and printed for records.

Also, 75% minimum attendance across the live sessions will be required for certification.

Duration

Course Duration: 8 Weeks, starting September 19

Classes will be held only on weekends (12PM). Recordings will be given from missed sessions.

Last Date of Enrolment

Sep 25

Note: 2 sessions were conducted on Sep 19 and 20. Students enrolling after Sep 20 will get recordings of the same.

Note: This is the last batch for 2026. The next batch of this course is expected to be offered only in 2027.

Course Fees

For students: Rs 15000 Rs 12000 [Rs 3000 student discount]

For professionals: Rs 15000 

Enrolment Procedure

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EMI Available: EMI options for up to 24 months are available. Click on the Pay button and select EMI at checkout to view available plans. (applicable on credit card payments)