HEC Paris Summer School Mergers and Acquisitions.

Hi guys, recent grad here. I recently got into M&A summer school in HEC Paris. I was wondering if any of you have gone through the program and wanted to hear reviews and how selective is this program. There are just a few reviews over the internet and i was wondering if there is any value in attending?

Patrick Legland is the program's professor and, comparing other programs, it seems to be that he is experienced professional in IB/M&A/PE/Family office world. It is worth mentioning that i am from the US and not sure if HEC's brand is well recognized here.

The alternative is to prepare for CAIA 1 in September. While many monkeys on the forum are saying that CAIA sucks, i just want to take it for myself.

Another alternative is to go attend Harvard Extension for either PE or M&A courses. But, as far as i know, professors for these classes are not the best.

Truly appreciate any opinions! Cheers!

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Thank you for your input, but it seems that no one, on this forum, has attended this program yet. I did not go either. 2 weeks - 3200$, sound a bit expensive. Also, admission didn't state how selective is the program.

 

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