Dissertation Topic:<\/p>\n
Valuation Accuracy in U.S. Mergers and Acquisitions: A Comparative Analysis of Pre- and Post-Merger Performance in the IT and Healthcare Sectors Using Financial Ratios and CAPM-Based OLS Models<\/p>\n
Objective:<\/p>\n
To assess whether M&A transactions lead to accurate pre-merger valuations by comparing financial performance before and after the deal. The study will analyze 20 publicly listed U.S.-based companies\u201410 from the IT sector and 10 from the Healthcare sector\u2014using quantitative methods.<\/p>\n
Key Requirements:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Word Count: 13,500\u201316,500 (excluding appendices, references, and tables)<\/p>\n
\u2022 Structure: Must follow Newcastle Business School\u2019s official dissertation format, including:<\/p>\n
Title page<\/p>\n
Abstract (200\u2013300 words)<\/p>\n
Introduction<\/p>\n
Literature Review<\/p>\n
Methodology (including ethical considerations)<\/p>\n
Findings<\/p>\n
Analysis\/Discussion<\/p>\n
Conclusions and Recommendations<\/p>\n
References (APA 7th Edition)<\/p>\n
Appendices (reflective statement, data tables, etc.)<\/p>\n
Methodology Details:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Quantitative research using financial ratios and OLS regression analysis<\/p>\n
\u2022 Use of CAPM-based variables such as alpha, beta, expected returns<\/p>\n
\u2022 Inclusion of a constant term and dummy variables for sector<\/p>\n
\u2022 Statistical testing (t-tests, regression significance, etc.) to test hypotheses<\/p>\n
Hypotheses to be Tested:<\/p>\n
1. Significant difference in financial performance between pre- and post-merger periods.<\/p>\n
2. Post-merger valuation outcomes differ significantly between IT and Healthcare sectors.<\/p>\n
3. Financial ratios and CAPM variables significantly explain post-merger valuation.<\/p>\n
Data Requirements:<\/p>\n
\u2022 U.S.-based and publicly listed companies<\/p>\n
\u2022 Data from 2019\u20132024<\/p>\n
\u2022 Sources: Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance, company reports, etc.<\/p>\n
Expectations:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Critical academic literature engagement (30+ sources from 2019\u20132024)<\/p>\n
\u2022 Formal academic writing style with APA referencing<\/p>\n
\u2022 No plagiarism (Turnitin checked)<\/p>\n
\u2022 Share data files and regression outputs if applicable<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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