Amy L. Pablo (EDT), Mansour Javidan (EDT) Mergers and Acquisitions

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This book reviews both successful and unsuccessful mergers and acquisitions, exploring the reasons why so many fail to live up to expectations. An exploration of why mergers and acquisitions succeed or fail, based on rigorous scholarly research. Stretches the boundaries of what we know about these complex phenomena. Presents original ideas about the merger and acquisition strategy, the effects of mergers and acquisitions on performance, and the critical processes involved in implementation and integration. Explores new areas, such as the role of culture and leadership, and the importance of knowledge transfer and learning. Includes contributions from both highly respected scholars and up-and-coming stars in the field.