Determining top managements value: Pre post acquisition

Employing an acquisition is one of the primary methods of growth utilized by organizations. In 2005, an estimated $2.9 trillion worth of acquisitions were made globally. One of the critical factors in valuing an acquisition is the determination of the value of intangible assets held by the company. This paper will explore the value of one of these key intangible assets that the top management team maintains in regard to pre and post-acquisition performance of the organization.