Loan Structuring, LBOs & Acquisition Finance

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Course Introduction

This Loan Structuring, LBOs & Acquisition Finance training course is designed for finance professionals and businesses looking to improve their understanding of loan structuring, leveraged buyouts, and acquisition financing. Whether you are evaluating credit proposals, arranging financing, or preparing for mergers and acquisitions, this course provides essential insights into how loans are structured to match risk, pricing, and regulatory standards.

Participants will learn how to build robust financial models, analyze credit risk, and design financing solutions that protect both lenders and borrowers. Bankers will benefit from improved risk assessment and better loan structuring, which helps reduce default rates and increase profitability. Meanwhile, corporates and business owners will gain practical skills to negotiate favorable terms and secure funding aligned with their strategic goals.

  • Understand how to structure loans for different business needs
  • Learn best practices in credit risk assessment and loan documentation
  • Explore leveraged buyouts and reverse leveraged buyout strategies
  • Master acquisition finance options including debt, equity, and mezzanine funding
  • Gain practical knowledge on project finance, SPVs, and non-recourse finance

Objectives

By the end of this COPEX training course, participants will be able to:

  • Structure loans that align with risk, pricing, and regulatory requirements
  • Recommend appropriate leveraged buyout (LBO) and reverse leverage strategies
  • Evaluate target companies and finance mergers and acquisitions effectively
  • Assess various financing methods and select the most suitable option
  • Structure project finance contracts and set up Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs)
  • Identify and evaluate the latest financial issues impacting their organization

Training Methodology

This training course uses a practical and interactive approach to ensure participants gain hands-on skills in loan structuring and acquisition finance. Through a combination of real-world case studies, group discussions, and scenario-based exercises, learners will apply concepts to realistic financing situations. The course is designed to develop both technical understanding and practical decision-making skills.

Participants will also work with Excel-based evaluation models to assess credit risk, determine pricing, and analyze cash flow scenarios. The training includes step-by-step walkthroughs of loan documentation, covenants, and project finance structures. By the end of the course, attendees will be confident in applying these tools to real-life lending and investment decisions.

Who Should Attend?

This COPEX training course is ideal for professionals involved in corporate finance, lending, and investment decision-making. It is especially valuable for those who evaluate credit proposals, structure financing deals, or support mergers and acquisition transactions.

The course is suitable for:

  • Financial decision makers in corporations
  • Corporate treasurers and finance managers
  • Bank credit officers and relationship managers
  • Investment bankers and deal advisors
  • Financial and management consultants
  • Bond credit analysts and risk specialists
  • Fund managers and investment analysts

Course Outline

Day 1: Credit Risk Assessment & Credit Risk Practices

  • Principles of Lending
  • The Main Lending Facilities/Products
  • Evaluating the Business & Industry Risk
  • Credit Ratings
  • The Use of Financial Statements to Assess Business Risk
  • Evaluation Models in Excel

Day 2: Loan Structure

  • Matching the Purpose, Amount, Repayments & Term
  • Loan Documentation
  • Loan Agreements & Covenants
  • Interest Rates & Fees
  • Pricing for Risk
  • Linking Price and Risk to Capital Adequacy & Basle

Day 3: Leveraged Buyout (LBO’s)

  • Leverage
  • Collateral/Security for a Leveraged Buyout
  • The Attributes of Good Bank Security
  • Hostile Takeovers
  • Reasons for LBO’s
  • Reverse Leverage Buyout

Day 4: Acquisition Finance

  • Mergers & Acquisitions: A distinction
  • Valuing a Target Company
  • Financing an Acquisition via Equity and Debt
  • Mezzanine Finance
  • Paper Finance (Stock Swap)
  • The Impact on Shareholders

Day 5: Project Finance

  • What is Project Finance?
  • Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) & Parties to Project Finance Schemes
  • The Structure of Project Finance Schemes for Infrastructure Projects
  • Equity & Debt Financing
  • Recourse & Non-recourse Finance
  • Bonds; Guarantees and Letters of Credit

Certificate

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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Whats Makes Copex Courses Unique?

COPEX Training is your gateway to professional growth, with over 20 years of experience turning potential into success. Each year, we deliver over 1,000 courses in 50+ countries, earning a stellar 98% satisfaction rate. Trusted by global giants like BP, the United Nations, and HSBC, we partner with top certification bodies to provide career-focused training that empowers individuals and drives organizational breakthroughs. Our mission? To transform the way professionals learn and grow in today’s fast-changing industries. Through expert insights, cutting-edge methods, and hands-on approaches, we equip you with the skills and confidence to tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and thrive in your career.

Led by a passionate leadership team and supported by a network of world-class trainers, COPEX Training connects professionals worldwide with life-changing opportunities. We are committed to excellence, ensuring every participant leaves with the tools, expertise, and confidence to conquer an ever-evolving world.

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Yes, and we'd love to make that happen. COPEX  specialises in fully customised in-house training, adapting course content to align with your organisation's unique goals, culture, and industry demands. Get in touch with us directly and we'll craft the right solution for your team.

Yes, the choice is yours. The Loan Structuring, LBOs & Acquisition Finance Training Course  runs in a traditional classroom setting across various international locations, and it's also available as a live online programme for those who prefer to learn from wherever they are. Pick the format that fits your lifestyle and schedule best.

Not at all. The Loan Structuring, LBOs & Acquisition Finance Training Course doors are open to everyone, regardless of your background or how many years you've been in the industry. That said, having some familiarity with the subject area can help you get even more out of the experience.

Our team is available around the clock — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — ready to answer any question you have. Whether you need help choosing the right course, completing your registration, or sorting out logistics, we're here for you.

Expect an engaging, hands-on journey — not a room full of slides and passive listening. COPEX’s delivery blends presentations with group discussions, real-world case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative workshops. The goal is simple: everything you learn, you can use immediately back at work.

You'll be in good hands. COPEX hosts its courses in premium 4-star and 5-star hotels, with professional, fully equipped training spaces designed for focus and comfort. Throughout each day, you'll enjoy refreshment breaks with coffee and snacks, plus a complimentary lunch following every session.

This Loan Structuring, LBOs & Acquisition Finance Training Course welcomes professionals from all walks of corporate life — whether you're a seasoned manager, an emerging team leader, a subject-matter specialist, or simply someone driven to grow in their field. If you're serious about advancing your career and deepening your expertise, this course was built with you in mind.

Absolutely. Every participant who successfully completes the Loan Structuring, LBOs & Acquisition Finance Training Course earns an COPEX Certificate of Completion — a recognised mark of professional achievement. Depending on the specific course, it may also qualify for Training credits, which will be clearly noted in the course details.

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