In an effort to grow companies often engage in mergers and acquisitions. This means that they tick over other companies, usually in the same industry, and through this merger are able to gain economies of scale.
Mergers and acquisitions are large topics that require detailed consideration. For example, the degree of similarity between the companies that are emerging needs to be assessed. It is easiest to see it as a list of advantages and disadvantages.
This video looks at growth strategy in the context of mergers and acquisitions and students should make detailed notes on the topic since it is an important part of many companies’ growth strategies.

In an effort to grow companies often engage in mergers and acquisitions. This means that they tick over other companies, usually in the same industry, and through this merger are able to gain economies of scale.
Mergers and acquisitions are large topics that require detailed consideration. For example, the degree of similarity between the companies that are emerging needs to be assessed. It is easiest to see it as a list of advantages and disadvantages.
This video looks at growth strategy in the context of mergers and acquisitions and students should make detailed notes on the topic since it is an important part of many companies’ growth strategies.