Looking to break into M&A late in my career. Primarily involved with tech. implementations throughout my career and IT Strategy topics. I do have an opportunity lined up at a mid tier strategy firm(via referral).

It’s scary to switch careers this late. Should I first start with IT Due diligence before trying to branch into anything else? Is the NYIF Mergers and Acquisitions certificate worth it? Would really appreciate any advice and guidance from all you M&A folks. Thank you!

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What is the motivation to move into M&A?

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Yes what is motivation to move to pure M&A?

If you’re not looking at West Monroe, would take a look there. Depending on what level you’d come in as, definitely do able. Some of the best IT M&a people come from that type of background.

If you’re willing to go through the pains of learning and quick learner, could be good fit.

Not sure that certificate matters but might be good to get more education on M&A but certificate is not required anywhere I know of.

Good luck OP

Thank you for the clear response, much appreciated!

ITDD sounds like a solid entrance given your skill set. I’d also look at IT functional integration roles. But really as long as you’re organized, structured and have some program management skills, you should be able to handle a lot of what M&A strategy can throw at you (especially IMO / DMO / SMO)

I really appreciate your response.

Definitely take a look at West Monroe, likely a good fit

What are some M&A certifications?

Nothing that any M&A practitioner will care about

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