THE INSIGHT ROOM

The Insight Room - Week 5: Mergers & Acquisitions Simplified

Date and time

04 Feb 2026

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4:00 PM-5:00 PM

Location

Microsoft Teams

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The Insight Room is a weekly student-led space designed to equip students with commercial and industry awareness by breaking down current events, industry trends, and business concepts in a simple, conversational, and actionable format.

Week 5 focuses on Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) — one of the most important yet misunderstood areas of commercial awareness. This session explains why companies merge with or acquire others, and what these deals really mean beyond the headlines.

What you’ll learn in Week 5:

  • Why companies choose to merge or acquire other businesses
  • The impact of M&A on employees, consumers, and shareholders
  • How mergers and acquisitions shape industry competition and strategy
  • A real-world case study exploring a recent global merger

Why this matters:
M&A regularly features in interviews, case studies, and assessment centres, especially for consulting, finance, law, and corporate roles. Understanding the commercial rationale behind deals helps you discuss them clearly and confidently.

📍 Every Wednesday, 4–5pm
🎓 Student-led | Practical | Career-focused

Click the link above to register and strengthen your commercial awareness.

The Insight Room - Week 5: Mergers & Acquisitions Simplified

04 February 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Microsoft Teams