Cipla-Medpro acquisition : the pre- and post-merger story / Nishant Saxena (Cipla Ltd, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India), and Marius Ungerer (Business School, University of Stellenbosch Business School, Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa)
Cipla-Medpro acquisition: the pre- and post-merger story
The learning outcomes are as follows: to develop a deeper understanding of the pre- and post-merger factors that should be considered in an M&A transaction; to develop an appreciation of the human capital and organisation cultural aspects involved in cross-country M&As; to develop an understanding of the role of leaders and an integration team to make an M&A realise the intended value; and to develop a sensitivity for doing an M&A in a developing country like South Africa
This case study creates opportunities for discussing both pre-merger and post-merger dynamics to create a sensitivity that multiple factors contribute to a successful merger and acquisition strategic move. It is intended for classroom discussion only and does not represent correct or incorrect handling of the situation
The complexity is MBA level. This case is primarily focussed on M&As as part of a course in Strategic Management (MBA level) but can also be considered for a course on Strategic HRM
