Course Detail(2023WEB7 : On the Pulse: Staying Ahead with Evolving Due Diligence Practices in ASEAN M&As)

UTAP Funding

2023WEB7 : On the Pulse: Staying Ahead with Evolving Due Diligence Practices in ASEAN M&As NEW

2.00 CPE Hours (Others)
Live Webinar
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Programme Outline

Join us as we identify and discuss the key challenges and how to navigate along these challenges for smooth transition.
 
In our webinar, "On the Pulse: Staying Ahead with Evolving Due Diligence Practices in ASEAN M&As," we will address the exciting and evolving trends of due diligence within the context of ASEAN Mergers and Acquisitions. Guided by a panel of industry experts, we aim to equip you with the latest insights you need to navigate today's complex due diligence landscape.
 
Christopher Kummer, President of the Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions and Alliances, will uncover the cutting-edge M&A deals and trends that are setting the pace in the rapidly evolving ASEAN market.
 
Teh Seng Leong, Partner at EY Singapore, will highlight the recent trends in financial due diligence – use of big data, impact of covid, IFRS changes (e.g. IFRS16), fraudulent activities etc.
 
Sandie Wun, Partner at EY Singapore, will provide insights into the shifting tax landscape with regards to Tax Due Diligence issues as well as post deal tax considerations – tax residency, transfer pricing, amalgamations and tax defense papers, etc.
 
Join us to gain a competitive edge by staying current with the latest practices in Due Diligence for ASEAN M&As. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and seize opportunities in this dynamic field.
 
 
Please click here to view the entire Web-Bitez Series.

*Please access the platform at least 15 mins prior to the webinar. 

*The Institute reserves the right to amend the programme, month, and mode of delivery as deemed necessary without prior notice

NOTE:
  • The ISCA Web-Bitez Learning Series is offered by ISCA from March to November 2023 and sessions will be held as live webinar. A detailed set of instructions will be sent to you before the session.
  • The dates and contents published on the website are indicative and subject to changes without prior notice. Participants will only be notified of the changes to event dates.
  • The Institute reserves the right to amend the programme (including duration, date, and content) as deemed necessary without prior notice.
  • Playback option for the ISCA Web-Bitez Learning Series will be available 6 months from the session date or registration date (whichever later), for participants who are unable to attend the live session(s).
  • As the option for playback is available, any request for deferment, cancellation or refund of fees in full or partial is strictly not allowed.
  • All Birthday and Credit vouchers must be applied at the time of purchase. There shall be no further amendments to the invoice once registration is confirmed.
  • Click here to view CPE Terms and Conditions. ISCA reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions at any time without prior notice.
Your enrolment would constitute that you have read and accepted the Terms and Conditions.

Training Methodology

Interactive facilitated presentation  

Closing Date for Registration

1 week before commencement or until full enrolment. 

Intended For

  • Finance Leaders 
  • Audit Practitioners

Competency Mapping

Others = 2.00 Hours

Schedule & Fees

Registration is closed

Fee (inclusive of GST)

For Members: $ 87.20
For Non-Members: $ 109.00

Programme Facilitator(s)

Team of Professionals (2023WEB7)

Testimonial

Funding

1] NTUC Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)
UTAP (Union Training Assistance Programme) is an individual skills upgrading account for NTUC members.

To find out more on the UTAP funding and support validity period please click here.

Should you have queries on the funding scheme, you can email to UTAP@e2i.com.sg or call NTUC Membership Hotline at 6213-8008

Programme Facilitator(s)


Christopher Kummer, PhD 

In his academic role, Christopher is the founder and president of the Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions and Alliances (IMAA) – a global think tank on M&A with a presence and activities in North America, Europe and Asia. IMAA supports individuals and organizations to build and improve their capabilities in M&A and Post Merger Integration. He also is a Professor on Strategy and Finance at various business schools. His articles and books have been published in several languages. He is frequently invited as a speaker to international conferences and has been interviewed or has had his work profiled by Bloomberg, Dow Jones, Financial Times, Reuters, The Economist Intelligence Unit, and the Wall Street Journal. He was featured as “Professor of the Week” at Financial Times. 

As a trusted advisor, Christopher supports owners and executive teams on their strategy, M&A as well as building boards. He also assists governments, associations and intergovernmental organizations explore the opportunities and benefits of M&A. In his prior career among other positions, he has led a specialized M&A practice at PricewaterhouseCoopers. 
 

Teh Seng Leong

EY Global Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction M&A Leader

Seng Leong assists multinationals, private equity and real estate funds, as well as government-linked entities in M&A, valuations, due diligence and infrastructure advisory engagements across Southeast Asia.

Previously, Seng Leong was at Ernst & Young LLP in New York and PT EY Indonesia in Jakarta where he helped many private equity funds, conglomerates and entrepreneurs with their transaction requirements.

Seng Leong holds a Bachelor of Accountancy (Merit) from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and is a non-practicing member of the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants.

 

Sandie Wun

Sandie is Partner, International Tax and Transaction Services at Ernst & Young Solutions LLP in Singapore.

Her experience ranges from tax due diligence to pre- and post-deal tax planning in merger integration and divestitures across locations and industries. She is active in wide-ranging tax structuring and transformation projects that help clients in their cross-border tax issues.

Sandie established the Singapore Tax Desk as part of the EY EMEIA international tax services practice during an assignment in London.

Sandie holds an MBA from Judge Business School at University of Cambridge, UK and a Bachelor of Accountancy from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
 

Programme Outline

Join us as we identify and discuss the key challenges and how to navigate along these challenges for smooth transition.
 
In our webinar, "On the Pulse: Staying Ahead with Evolving Due Diligence Practices in ASEAN M&As," we will address the exciting and evolving trends of due diligence within the context of ASEAN Mergers and Acquisitions. Guided by a panel of industry experts, we aim to equip you with the latest insights you need to navigate today's complex due diligence landscape.
 
Christopher Kummer, President of the Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions and Alliances, will uncover the cutting-edge M&A deals and trends that are setting the pace in the rapidly evolving ASEAN market.
 
Teh Seng Leong, Partner at EY Singapore, will highlight the recent trends in financial due diligence – use of big data, impact of covid, IFRS changes (e.g. IFRS16), fraudulent activities etc.
 
Sandie Wun, Partner at EY Singapore, will provide insights into the shifting tax landscape with regards to Tax Due Diligence issues as well as post deal tax considerations – tax residency, transfer pricing, amalgamations and tax defense papers, etc.
 
Join us to gain a competitive edge by staying current with the latest practices in Due Diligence for ASEAN M&As. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and seize opportunities in this dynamic field.
 
 
Please click here to view the entire Web-Bitez Series.

*Please access the platform at least 15 mins prior to the webinar. 

*The Institute reserves the right to amend the programme, month, and mode of delivery as deemed necessary without prior notice

NOTE:
  • The ISCA Web-Bitez Learning Series is offered by ISCA from March to November 2023 and sessions will be held as live webinar. A detailed set of instructions will be sent to you before the session.
  • The dates and contents published on the website are indicative and subject to changes without prior notice. Participants will only be notified of the changes to event dates.
  • The Institute reserves the right to amend the programme (including duration, date, and content) as deemed necessary without prior notice.
  • Playback option for the ISCA Web-Bitez Learning Series will be available 6 months from the session date or registration date (whichever later), for participants who are unable to attend the live session(s).
  • As the option for playback is available, any request for deferment, cancellation or refund of fees in full or partial is strictly not allowed.
  • All Birthday and Credit vouchers must be applied at the time of purchase. There shall be no further amendments to the invoice once registration is confirmed.
  • Click here to view CPE Terms and Conditions. ISCA reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions at any time without prior notice.
Your enrolment would constitute that you have read and accepted the Terms and Conditions.

Training Methodology

Interactive facilitated presentation  

Closing Date for Registration

1 week before commencement or until full enrolment. 

Intended For

  • Finance Leaders 
  • Audit Practitioners

Competency Mapping

Others = 2.00 Hours

Programme Facilitator(s)

Christopher Kummer, PhD 

In his academic role, Christopher is the founder and president of the Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions and Alliances (IMAA) – a global think tank on M&A with a presence and activities in North America, Europe and Asia. IMAA supports individuals and organizations to build and improve their capabilities in M&A and Post Merger Integration. He also is a Professor on Strategy and Finance at various business schools. His articles and books have been published in several languages. He is frequently invited as a speaker to international conferences and has been interviewed or has had his work profiled by Bloomberg, Dow Jones, Financial Times, Reuters, The Economist Intelligence Unit, and the Wall Street Journal. He was featured as “Professor of the Week” at Financial Times. 

As a trusted advisor, Christopher supports owners and executive teams on their strategy, M&A as well as building boards. He also assists governments, associations and intergovernmental organizations explore the opportunities and benefits of M&A. In his prior career among other positions, he has led a specialized M&A practice at PricewaterhouseCoopers. 
 

Teh Seng Leong

EY Global Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction M&A Leader

Seng Leong assists multinationals, private equity and real estate funds, as well as government-linked entities in M&A, valuations, due diligence and infrastructure advisory engagements across Southeast Asia.

Previously, Seng Leong was at Ernst & Young LLP in New York and PT EY Indonesia in Jakarta where he helped many private equity funds, conglomerates and entrepreneurs with their transaction requirements.

Seng Leong holds a Bachelor of Accountancy (Merit) from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and is a non-practicing member of the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants.

 

Sandie Wun

Sandie is Partner, International Tax and Transaction Services at Ernst & Young Solutions LLP in Singapore.

Her experience ranges from tax due diligence to pre- and post-deal tax planning in merger integration and divestitures across locations and industries. She is active in wide-ranging tax structuring and transformation projects that help clients in their cross-border tax issues.

Sandie established the Singapore Tax Desk as part of the EY EMEIA international tax services practice during an assignment in London.

Sandie holds an MBA from Judge Business School at University of Cambridge, UK and a Bachelor of Accountancy from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
 


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Fee (inclusive of GST)


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For Members: $ 87.20
For Non-Members: $ 109.00


Programme Facilitator(s)

Team of Professionals (2023WEB7)