
FEBRUARY 03-MARCH 05, 2026
Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Advisors Certification
February 03-March 05, 2026 | Earn 40 CPE Credits | Live Online
Advance your M&A career with the Certified Merger & Acquisition Advisor (CM&AA®) designation. This premier credential equips professionals with the practical tools, technical knowledge, and professional network needed to lead in middle market M&A.
Course Details
- Dates: February 03-March 05, 2026 (Tuesday & Thursday)
- Time: 9:00 AM–2:30 PM CT (30-minute break)
- Location: Virtual Online via Zoom
Certification Fees
- AM&AA Member: $2,150
- Professional Bundle: $2,750
- Young Professional Bundle: $2,550
- Class Pass: Members | $250 & General Admission | $350
What’s Included
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Live instruction from expert faculty
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Digital Materials & E-library access
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Online CM&AA Exam
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One-year AM&AA membership (for bundles)
Why Attend?
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Advanced M&A credentialing
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Learn from real-world M&A professionals
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Boost dealmaking skills, valuation knowledge, tax insights & more
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Join a national network of advisors & dealmakers
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Elevate your credibility, influence & career opportunities
Who Should Attend?
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CPAs
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M&A Advisors & Consultants
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Attorneys
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Financial Professionals
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Private Equity, Family Offices, Corporate Dev
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Exit Planners & Business Owners
CM&AA ONLINE SESSIONS
CM&AA ONLINE SESSIONS
| Date | Time | Session |
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February 3, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #1 - Private Capital Markets |
February 5, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #2 - M&A Sales Process |
February 10, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #3 - Strategic Buyer Process |
February 12, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #4 - Financing: Acquisitions & Exits |
February 17, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #5 - Business Valuation for M&A |
February 19, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #6 - Financial Analysis & Transaction Valuation |
February 24, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #7 - Due Diligence in M&A |
February 26, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #8 - M&A Tax Considerations |
March 03, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #9 - M&A Legal Issues |
March 05, 2026 |
9:00 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT |
Class #10 - Investment Banking Structuring Techniques |
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
For a full overview of the CM&AA curriculum, certification process, and what to expect from each course, visit our website: amaaonline.com/cmaa
Explore topics covered, meet the instructors, and see how the CM&AA can advance your M&A career.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Participants can earn 40.0 CPE credit in the Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge. Each class offers up to 4.0 CPE credit.
In order to be awarded CPE credits, you must participate in the live online classes. A minimum of 12.0 CPE credits is required to sit for the exam.
Prerequisites: Hold an academic degree (e.g. PhD, JD, MBA or Bachelor Degree); and/or one or more professional designations (such as CPA, CFA, CVGA, CEPA, or equivalent). Consideration will also be made for attendees who have private lower middle market management, owner, or advisory experience.
Advanced Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Refunds and Complaint Resolution: Requests for refunds must be received in writing no later than thirty (30) days from initial program registration. No refunds will be granted for refund requests made later than thirty (30) days from initial program registration. No refunds will be granted for programs that are currently in process or completed. For more information regarding refund, complaint and program cancellation policies, please contact us at 312-856-9590.
Official National Registry: Alliance of Merger & Acquisition Advisors (AM&AA) is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
Class schedule is based on instructor availability and may be subject to change.