Beyond the Classroom. Into the Deal.
The Virginia Mergers and Acquisitions Group (VMAG) is a student-led undergraduate organization dedicated to providing experiential learning opportunities in mergers and acquisitions. We partner with firms to evaluate acquisition opportunities, strengthen diligence, and turn complex deal questions into clear, actionable recommendations.
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Through real-firm engagements, structured technical training, and relationships with UVA alumni, faculty, and industry professionals, VMAG equips students with the analytical skills, transaction experience, and professional networks necessary to pursue careers in finance.
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REAL-FIRM ENGAGEMENTS
Work with private equity firms, search funds, and businesses on genuine acquisition-related projects, producing meaningful analysis for real decision-makers.
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TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT
Develop practical experience in financial modeling, DCF and LBO valuation, due diligence, financial analysis, and transaction advisory.
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PROFESSIONAL NETWORKS
Build lasting relationships across UVA's alumni, faculty, and professional networks through mentorship, technical guidance, and industry exposure.
From Opportunity to Recommendation
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PARTNER ENGAGEMENT
An external firm presents an acquisition opportunity or transaction-related question for our student team to evaluate.
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DEAL TEAM ANALYSIS
Student analysts evaluate the business through financial modeling, valuation, industry research, and due diligence.
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INVESTMENT COMMITTEE REVIEW
Analysts present and defend their conclusions, challenge assumptions, and refine their recommendations for the firm.
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PARTNER DELIVERABLES
The team delivers financial analysis, diligence findings, and an actionable acquisition recommendation for the partner.
