Strategy
Divestiture of a Non-Core Division in a Conglomerate
Overview
What this challenge is about.
As a senior M&A consultant hired by GlobalTech, you must analyze HomeDevices' financial performance, identify potential buyers (strategic and financial), and recommend a divestiture method (trade sale, spin-off, or IPO). You need to prepare a carve-out financial statement, assess tax and legal implications, and propose a timeline. Success means delivering a detailed divestiture plan that maximizes value and minimizes disruption. Constraints include confidentiality and a 2-week turnaround.
The Brief
What you'll do, and what you'll demonstrate.
What is the optimal divestiture strategy for HomeDevices to maximize shareholder value?
Earning criteria — what you'll demonstrate
- Design a divestiture strategy including carve-out and separation
- Evaluate buyer types and their valuation perspectives
- Assess tax, legal, and operational implications of a divestiture
- Develop a timeline and communication plan for stakeholders
Program Fit
Where this fits in your program.
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Skills
Skills you'll demonstrate.
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Roles this prepares you for.
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