June 2021
Intermediate to advanced
608 pages
35h 33m
English
A company can grow in two ways: by increasing output and enhancing revenues and profits internally (an approach that is commonly referred to as organic growth) or by relying on mergers and acquisitions. Market-penetration and market-development strategies typically follow the path of organic growth, whereas product development and diversification can involve both organic growth and growth by mergers and acquisitions. Here we focus on using mergers and acquisitions to grow the company’s market position.
A business can increase sales and profits through backward, forward, or horizontal integration within its industry. Merck formed joint ventures as far back as 1989 with Johnson & Johnson to sell over-the-counter ...
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