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 Duration 8 hours

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Holding Companies

1.1 Definition and Types of Holdings:

  • Defining a holding company: concepts and structural elements.
  • Distinguishing between a holding company and an operating company.
  • Categories of holdings: financial, industrial, and mixed.

1.2 Benefits and Drawbacks:

  • Fiscal and managerial advantages.
  • Mitigation of risk.
  • Potential for conflicts of interest and increased administrative complexity.

Module 2: Legal and Tax Framework

2.1 Legal Requirements for Incorporation:

  • Common legal forms (e.g., Ltd, LLC, S.A., etc., adapted to local context).
  • The process of incorporation and registration.

2.2 Tax Regime for Holding Companies:

  • Tax consolidation.
  • Exemptions on dividends and capital gains.
  • Tax treatment of interest payments.

Module 3: Creation and Operation

3.1 Managing Subsidiaries:

  • Acquisition of shares or stakes.
  • Establishing new subsidiaries.
  • Shareholders' agreements and control arrangements.

3.2 Management Strategies:

  • Creating synergies between subsidiaries.
  • Optimising treasury and managing cash flow.
  • Business reorganisation and restructuring.
  • Governance policies and internal controls.

Module 4: Practical Cases and Examples

4.1 Analysis of Successful Holding Companies:

  • Examples of companies with a holding structure (e.g., Google/Alphabet, Inditex).
  • Key lessons learned from these cases.

4.2 Practical Exercise:

  • Simulation of the incorporation of a holding company.
  • Decision-making processes in subsidiary management.

Requirements

Prerequisites

  • A foundational understanding of finance and business administration.
  • Access to a computer or tablet with a reliable internet connection.
  • No specific prior experience with holding structures is necessary.

Target Audience

  • Business owners and entrepreneurs seeking to optimise their corporate and tax structures.
  • Directors and managers in finance, accounting, and administration.
  • Corporate attorneys and tax advisors.
  • Professionals involved in strategic planning and business management.

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  • Flexible Schedule: Dates and times adapted to your team's agenda.
  • Format: Online (live), In-company (at your offices), or Hybrid.
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