SAF students brought their experiential classroom and co-op learning to the Rotman Commerce Finance Association (RMCFA) Mergers & Acquisitions Competition (M&A Competition) and placed 2nd and 3rd.
This competition comprised of a “Leverage Buy Out” case where students were asked to analyze case facts, and create a proposal. The student team presented their proposal which was supported by qualitative and quantitative reasoning. “This competition was an excellent opportunity to learn about a real life case scenario,” states Talha Siddiqui, “conducting analysis on it, and being judged by industry professionals.” The competition event was held at the University of Toronto St. George campus on March 4, 2016.
Raj Patel praises the hands-on experience the Accounting and Financial Management (AFM) program in preparing them for the competition. "It was a great opportunity to apply the concepts we've learned in school to a real world scenario, while also making meaningful relationships.”
The SAF student teams impressed the industry judges with their depth of knowledge and ability to integrate and apply classroom concepts to be awarded 2nd and 3rd place in the competition.
Michael Kam likes the competitive advantage our students have with our co-op and mentorship program, and thinks this enhanced their case. “It was a great experience to represent the School of Accounting and Finance. As always, it's enlightening to apply concepts in a competitive environment.” Thinisha Gunasekera adds, “When these efforts are noticed and rewarded, it is the best feeling.”
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