4.4

Babken Basmadzhyan

Accounting - California State University - Northridge

4.4
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
79%
Would Retake
100
Reviews
4.4
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
4.4
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

79%

Would Retake

100

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Never quit because it is time to continue

ACCOUNTING 351 - 5.0 rating

Makes class enjoyable and great lecturer

ACCT230 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

49%

Textbook Required

0%

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Based on 53 grades
Most common grades:
A (29)
Not sure yet (8)
A+ (7)
Grade Distribution
A(36)B(6)C(4)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(7)
Based on 62 reported grades
A: 29
Not sure yet: 8
A+: 7
B: 6
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Respected (22)
Hilarious (20)
Amazing lectures (19)
Inspirational (16)
Caring (15)
EXTRA CREDIT (10)
Participation matters (6)
Gives good feedback (5)
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Ratings by Course

ACCT220

5.0

(15)

ACT230

5.0

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ACCT351

5.0

(4)

ACCOUNTING 351

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ACCT2

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Difficulty by Course

ACCT1

4.0

ACCTG2

4.0

440

3.8

ACCT440

3.2

605

3.0

Reviews (100)
5.0
3.0
ACCT230
Sep 30, 2011

Thus far he has been very fair. Always willing to hear out students' concerns and offer practical advise.

5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Oct 5, 2011

He is by the best professor I have had. He wants everyone to succeed and is extremely helpful. The class itself is really easy, I could not show up and still get an A. He really enjoys teaching and it makes me that more attentive when a teacher takes his job seriously. I would suggest people to take one of his classes.

5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Dec 3, 2011

BEST PROFESSOR I'VE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE! Enough said.

5.0
1.0
ACC230
Dec 10, 2011

You have to take prof Babken when it comes to accounting. Not only his class is easy but also he is an excellent professor. What you need to do to obtain an A is his class is to show up, take note, do some homeworks, enjoy and relax. YOU WILL LEARN A LOT ABOUT REAL BUSINESS LIFE . THANK YOU PROF BABKEN.

5.0
3.0
ACCT220
May 9, 2012

He wants to see the students succeed in the class and in life. He is prepared, professional, and willing to spend as much time as a students need to comprehend the subject matter. Please put the personal time to study regularly. If you attend, pay attention and do your work, an A is attainable. He should teach more courses. Thanks Prof B :)

5.0
4.0
ACCT220
May 14, 2012

One of the best professors I've had. He always explains things very clearly, he's always there when you need him, and he does his best to motivate you. It's a pretty tough class, but he makes it fun.

5.0
3.0
ACCT230
May 17, 2012

Simply an awesome experience. The prof was very clear in explaining a hard subject. Two midterms and non-cumulative final. Chapter quizzes helped me stay on course. Gotta study regularly. It is the only way to learn acctg. He was very fair and gave plenty of chances and bonus points. Hope to have his other classes. You will love his class.

5.0
2.0
ACCT220
May 27, 2012

His style of teaching really helped me understand a hard subject a lot easier. You must do the homework and show up to class to take the quizzes b/c it really helps with the exams, and your grade. He is an extremely fair grader, and the class is not based solely on exams, which gives you a lot of opportunities to better your grade. Great professor.

5.0
2.0
ACCT220
May 29, 2012

So where do I start? Caring, professional, supportive, fun, fair, patient.... Take prof BB if you care to learn. DO show up to class or you will miss a great deal. Hope he teaches Acct 230 this fall. THANK YOU!!!

5.0
3.0
ACCT220
Jul 5, 2012

He is a great professor! He's helpful, clear, nice, energetic, and caring. However you do need to read the book and the HW if you want to get an A. Weekly Quizzes, Attendance, Participation, HW, PLF, 3 Midterms count towards your grade.

5.0
4.0
ACCT220
Oct 23, 2012

Straight forward as it gets. He does his part above and beyond. Do your part of attending, reading and assigned homework, and you should do pretty well in his class. No surprises in his class. Great to be in his class.

5.0
4.0
ACCT230
Dec 20, 2012

What a cool guy. Great at explaining tough concepts. All he asks for is to use your intellect and be involved in the class for your own good, rather than focus on a grade. He is a fair but tough grader. So if you focus on learning the concepts covered you should be just fine. Enjoy his class ....if you can get in of course :):):)

5.0
2.0
ACCT230
Dec 26, 2012

Most of the material he covers is based on the book. He didn't give out mandatory homework, but PLF is required (10% of grade). His review sessions before the exams is VERY helpful. Overall, it's a pretty easy class. I definitely recommend him.

5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Dec 27, 2012

He is a great professor. Most of the material he covers is based on the book. Great at explaining tough concepts. He is a fair grader. If you calculations wrong but still get partial grade. He's helpful, clear, nice, and caring. Altogether, If you want an A in the Accounting, just take him.

5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Dec 27, 2012

If you want an A in accounting just take him.

5.0
3.0
ACCT220
Jan 9, 2013

Probably one of the best professors at CSUN. He is completely clear and is the best at what he teaches. This professor practices accounting outside of school and knows exactly what he is talking about. If you put in the work he definitely meets you halfway.

5.0
1.0
ACCT220
Jan 24, 2013

He is the BEST professor to teach accounting! Don't take it with anyone else. Show up to class and pay attention and you'll get an A guaranteed!!

5.0
1.0
ACT230
Mar 26, 2013

He is AMAZING! i loved him so much that i took him for both 220 and 230. makes accounting way less boring. he really cares about his students and how they do in the class. super smart guy. great sense of humor. he is my favorite teacher at csun. TAKE HIM!

5.0
3.0
ACCT230
May 29, 2013

I cant say enough good things about him! He is AMAZING! Very helpful, clear, and cares about every single one of his students.He will make sure you get a good grade! He will know your name by the second class and pick on you to ask questions.His lectures and review sessions are extremely helpful so show up! Best professor ive had at CSUN. TAKE HIM!

5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Sep 4, 2013

I do not know how to tell you how outstanding he is! He is an AMAZING professor! Take him for your ACCT 220and 230 courses if it is avaliable and you will never consider it as a wrong decision! He is my favorite professor in CSUN! Teach all the material clearly and care about all the students in his classroom! Just take him!

5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Oct 8, 2013

Seriously, THE BEST PROFESSOR AT CSUN. Very helpful, understanding, and an overall nice person. Take him for any class that he teaches you will not regret it!!!!!

5.0
1.0
ACCT220
Nov 11, 2013

He is the best professor I have had at CSUN. He is clear and knows the subject matter on a profesional bases. The only reason he is easy is because of how good of a teacher he really is. TAKE HIM!! I had him on Fridays at 8am and still loved being in that class. Do yourself a favor and take that class.

5.0
1.0
ACCT220
Dec 11, 2013

Babken is the best professor I've ever had. He's one of the few professors out there that keep things interesting and truly care about his students. He's always available for help and wants everyone to understand it. His tests are super easy and he helps review for them. Can't wait to take him again for ACCT230.

5.0
2.0
ACCT220
Feb 5, 2014

Excellent teacher and mentor. He is so caring and SO good at what he does. Truly a genius when it comes to teaching+accounting. Always has his doors open to answer questions.He wants you to LEARN not score "As" . So put the effort you have to, and you will see that everything makes sense. I am so happy that I got to take him again for 230. THE BEST

5.0
1.0
ACCT230
May 17, 2014

Please take him!! He is the best. We need more professors like him to teach accounting at CSUN!!

5.0
2.0
ACCT230
Grade: A
May 23, 2014

2nd time taking him and he performed just as well. People need to understand hes not passing out As the reason why people do well is his willingness to make it clear. Its not that he gives answers to the test but he makes sure the class is confident with the topics. Hes a very helpful man and I do recommend him. Just do your part too and read.

5.0
2.0
ACC220
Aug 15, 2014

One of the best prof that I have ever take class with, nice, helpful, gentleman, make the topics much easier and understadable. His family and friends should be proud of knowing him. I wish he can teach other profs at CSUN how to teach. Everybody should take thier ACC classes with him.

5.0
1.0
ACCT220
Aug 25, 2014

Prof Basmadzhyan has been the greatest professor i ever came of a cross of. Acct is not an easy subject but he makes it easy. Explains everything, repeats it a number of times to make sure you get it. I wish he taught every accounting class at csun. if he does i will change my major to accounting. You can never say enough good things about him.

4.0
3.0
ACCT440
Nov 24, 2014

I never thought I could learn so much about 1970s Soviet Russia! I love the motherland! Capitalist pigs ruining America. Thank you Babken for opening my Eyes!

4.0
3.0
ACCT440
Dec 20, 2014

Very lucky to have taken this class with him. He's extremely passionate and no matter the time of day, he's always energetic. Babken really encourages participation and truly wants everyone to succeed. Do your part to study though because he expects nothing less.

3.0
2.0
ACCT230
Grade: B
Dec 22, 2014

I hated going to class. I found him to be extremely boring and annoying (tries too hard to get his students to like him). I didn't study hard enough and would get low C's on my tests--with EC included. I was really worried that I wasn't going to pass but I ended up with a B; so he is a very generous grader. Definitely take him for an easy grade.

5.0
1.0
440
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2015

Best accounting professor I've taken since community college! He truly cares about his students. He is very energetic and hilarious! Makes lectures very interesting. Read the book, do the exercises and pay attention to his lectures and you will do great! Definitely recommend him!!!!

5.0
2.0
ACCT351
Grade: A+
May 19, 2015

Great prof. Got an "A." Tons of extra credit; i think over 10 percent total extra credit. The exams are harder than the homework though, so you have to know your stuff, and also, the final is culmative, but prepares you for the cpa exam. Show up, read the book a little. and go to every class, and you should have no problem getting an "A."

5.0
1.0
ACCOUNTING 351
Grade: B
Oct 27, 2015

One day I told Dr. Babken that I wanted to quit in accounting, and he said to me " when it is time to quit, it is time to continue and fight for your dream" I will be an accountant one day and I will never forget about those words. I will tell my children and my grand children about those words. Never quit because it is time to continue.

5.0
2.0
ACC230
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2015

3 midterms and 1 final. Gives you optional homework to help on the exams. He is more than happy to meet for office hours and go over problems. What you put in will be what you will get out. Best accounting professor ever!

5.0
1.0
ACC230
Grade: C
Dec 15, 2015

BEST PROFESSOR EVER. Such a nice guy. 4 exams. 250 points each. It's all multiple choice. He even gives bonus questions (extra credit) .. many people ended the class with either 100% or above. Honestly, accounting isn't my thing and I ended with a solid C. Barely tried to be honest. He's a great professor. Would absolutely recommend.

5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Grade: A+
Apr 20, 2016

Professor Babken is the most amazing man ever, I've always did bad in accounting, but taking him really made me understand everything about it. Very funny, very down to earth, treats his students very good and cares alot about them. Hw is optional, gives a mid term for each 2 chapters but extremely easy. Book is a must. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM!!!!!

5.0
2.0
ACCT351
May 19, 2016

Why did he leave us with Doron? We were so excited about taking a class with him, and loved him starting from the first lecture. Unfortunately, the first class was the only class with him.

5.0
4.0
ACC230
May 25, 2016

Accounting is a hard subject. Did terrible in Acc 220 but got a B in Acc 230. He is the best professor. Clear and to the point. Funny. Lectures are long and on a Friday but it is worth it. Wouldn't have passed with anyone else. Made me regret switching out of Acc. major. If only he taught more Acc. courses.

5.0
3.0
ACCT230
Jun 17, 2016
Would take again

If this professor was the average students age, he would be the friend that everyone would love to have. He's funny, honest, and very inspirational. I would take this class with him again if I failed the class but it's impossible to fail in his class. One of the best, if not, THE best professor here at CSUN.

5.0
3.0
ACC230
Grade: A
Aug 23, 2016
Would take again

I took ACCT 230 this Summer which can be more difficult due to the time constraints, but Prof. Badmadzhyan made the subject bearable and a lot easier. He does a great job explaining the material in layman terms and illustrates it in real world situations. I highly suggest doing the recommended homework. If you nail that down, exams are no problem.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ACCT230
Grade: B+
Aug 23, 2016
Would take again

Professor Babken is the most AMAZING teacher I've ever had. Accounting isn't an easy subject, but he comes into class everyday with a great attitude and a passion for the subject. professor Basmadzhyan really gets involved with the students, cracks jokes, and he's so funny. He also curves and gives extra credit. Love him!

Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Grade: A-
Aug 23, 2016
Would take again

In my three years attending CSUN I've only met two professors i truly respected and he is one of them. Makes class enjoyable and great lecturer. Shows that he cares for his students and goes out of his way to help them. Summer class consisted of three exams and he gave extra credit and curved to make sure we did well. Will definitely take again.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ACC230
Grade: A
Nov 3, 2016
Would take again

Professor Doron is great! He teaches very clearly, is organized, stays on topic and lets us know ahead of time what will be on the exam. I can genuinely see that he cares about his students. I took him for an 8 am class and somehow managed to stay awake. Would definitely take him again!

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Grade: A-
Dec 7, 2016
Would take again

Amazing professor. Lecture were not boring and gives extra points on tests! Homework is not mandatory.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
ACCT230
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2016
Would take again

Best accounting professor at CSUN! He honestly is very passionate about what he's teaching. I understood everything he taught! HW is not mandatory but if you do it it'll help you A LOT in the exams. Gives many free points in exams as well. Even though attendance wasn't mandatory going to class was great he tells you what not to focus on in the book

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ACCT351
Grade: B
Dec 30, 2016
Would take again

I dare you to find a better Professor than Babken, it's not possible. He's passionate about teaching, loves accounting, and has an incredible sense of humor. I really enjoyed attending this class; I looked forward to ACCT 351 every week. He is reasonable, fair, and wants you to pass; but be prepared to study and focus your butt off.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
2.0
ACC220
Grade: A-
Feb 3, 2017
Would take again

Basmadzhyan is a professor who I'll never forget. I have never met anyone so passionate about not only this subject but about everything around the world. He's very inspirational and has changed my perspectives on life. Took him at Pierce College but he teaches at CSUN too. Bless his kind soul. We need more professors like him in this world, 100/10

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ACCT351
Grade: A-
May 13, 2017
Would take again

This will be the best professor you will ever have EVER! No seriously. If you get the chance take his class. Easy A, if you study.

Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ACC441
Grade: A
Sep 12, 2017
Would take again

I currently take accounting 441 with him. Professor Basmadzhyan is the best professor I ever had. I had accounting 450 with him and got super excited when saw that he is teaching 441. Read the chapter before the class and the class will be very easy for you. He is very passionate about teaching. I wish he taught all the accounting classes 3

5.0
3.0
ACCT2
Grade: B+
Sep 12, 2017
Would take again

One of my best professors in my academic life. I can't say enough about such a great man, caring, respected, and fun. He makes this boring courses to fun. He is prompt, ready to go, uses book; home works helping 3 exams somewhat hard, his willingness to help, using his office hours is absolutely phenomena. Great man. I hope will teach Acct1 Tax.

Respected
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ACC230
Grade: A
Oct 2, 2017
Would take again

Best teacher EVER!! He has made accounting such a fun subject to learn and the way he presents the material is very fun, engaging and easy to understand. He is also very inspirational and hilarious ! Csun needs to get more professors like him; even if you hate accounting, I promise you will love learning it from this professor. Very helpful!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ACCT1
Grade: A+
Feb 16, 2018
Would take again

The way Professor Basmadzhyan teaches his students demonstrates he has a wealth of accounting knowledge in the way he explains and gives lots of feedback. He involves students by letting students go to the board and work a problem to make sure they understand. He is the Best in teaching. I recommend acct. major students to take his class.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
ACCT440
Mar 27, 2018
Would take again

Great Professor! Very entertaining, time flies super fast for a 3 hour class! Fair exams! Definitely recommend!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ACCT440
Grade: A
Jun 8, 2018
Would take again

One of the best accounting professors at CSUN. He's funny, entertaining, and makes a solid effort to make sure students pass with a good grade. Tax is hard though so you have to study for the tests! It's not an easy class! I really enjoyed the VITA aspect of this class.

Clear grading criteria
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
ACCT440
Grade: A
Aug 21, 2018
Would take again

He's the best professor I have ever had. He's truly a world of knowledge & makes Tax extremely enjoyable. If you have a chance to take him, please do and know you will never regret it. 3 midterms, a final plus a tax project. Read the book & listen to the lectures and you will receive a good grade. He's very caring and passionate about the subject.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
ACCT441
Grade: A
Aug 21, 2018
Would take again

He explains the lecture very well and he is always ready to help students

Respected
Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
ACC230
Grade: C
Aug 28, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This class was okay, but I did not like his teaching methods at all. He will never go by the book and his handwriting is very messy so you don't even know what is on the board. He will make simple concepts more complicated than it already is. Overall, he is a good Professor but I would not take this class again. However he is the best choice.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
ACC220
Grade: A
Aug 31, 2018
Would take again

This class was great. I'm not even an accounting major but he made this class so enjoyable. Professor Badmadzhyan is one of the few professors at this university who genuinely cares about his students and makes sure everyone is doing well. He also gives realistic life advice. Take him! He is incredibly kind and will make sure you succeed.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
ACCT440
Dec 22, 2018
Would take again

The best professor in the accounting department. Do the assigned homework for a couple of times and you'll get an A. Tests are exactly the homework assignments with one or two numbers slightly changed. No surprises. He is very approachable and has a great sense of humor. I wish I could take him again.

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
ACCT220
Grade: A
Jan 26, 2019
Would take again

Absolutely loved his class! Financial accounting doesn't exactly sound great but he made the class enjoyable. He clearly knows what he is talking about and he tries to relate the stuff his teaches to things we know. His jokes are also great. Take his class, you will not regret it.

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
ACC230
Grade: A
Feb 7, 2019
Would take again

Professor Basmadzhyan may be the best professor I have had in my four years of attending CSUN. I'm not even an accounting major or someone who is a math whiz buthe made the class so interesting! He brings in real life concepts in his lectures & is there for his students at all times to help them succeed only if they put the work in. Take him!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
ACCT230
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 26, 2019
Would take again

the BEST teacher ive ever had in my entire time being in school since the 1st grade! he makes the material very interesting and incorporates real life concepts to help you understand. he is hilarious and really cares about his students. i highly recommend you take him!!!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ACC230
Grade: Not sure yet
May 16, 2019
Would take again

TAKE HIM! he is the BEST professor I've ever had!!! he cares so much for his students. he teaches the class very well and incorporates real life problems to help you understand criteria. amazing teacher.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ACC220
Grade: Not sure yet
May 17, 2019
Would take again

Professor Basmadzhyan is amazing, he truly cares about his students, he is always available, & he helps ALOT! He is the best professor I have ever had. I went to his class with uncertainty, I took the final and left knowing accounting is what I want to do for the rest of my life. 3 Midterms, very easy if you pay attention In class. Don't skip class

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
ACC230
Grade: A
May 18, 2019
Would take again

Professor Basmadzhyan is by far the best professor Ive taken at CSUN so far. I entered his class thinking itd be difficult, but he made the class enjoyable and relatable. Hes always making the class interesting and he is always energetic. He connects material to real life situations to make it worth our time. Take his class or youll regret it.

Respected
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ACCT440
Grade: A
May 20, 2019
Would take again

Great Professor. He understands that tax accounting can be a boring subject so he tries to make the class as enjoyable as he can. The exams can be difficult but he gives plenty of extra credit especially on the later ones. Even if you don't do well on the first few, as long as you really apply yourself to the material you'll pass.

Respected
Test heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ACCT220
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2019
Would take again

THIS IS THE BEST PROFESSOR EVER!!! Professor Babken is an amazing person and the best teacher on the Earth! Despite the fact that accounting is not an easy class - professor Babken makes this class very interesting. He is so helpful and wants his students to succeed in accounting!

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
ACC230
Grade: A
Jun 17, 2019
Would take again

Look at all of those good reviews -it is TRUE! Professor Basmadzhyan is like a dream Professor! He makes accounting very interesting! You will 100% enjoy this class! He is very kind and if you do not understand something he is more than happy to explain it to you over and over again! He so cares about his students!

Participation matters
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ACCT230
Grade: A
Jun 26, 2019
Would take again

I had him for my acct220,230 class. Professor Basmadzhyan is really a nice guy, he's very knowledgeable and when you ask questions, he always gives you a clear answer. However, It just sometimes the students are not disciplined enough, and he does not like that but If seats are available, take him!!

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
ACCTG2
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 28, 2019
Would take again

Best accounting professor. First and best no online homework, and frequent tests every two chapters makes you stay on track. Very nice lectures, with this professor you dont have to memorise formulas you will understand them. Take notes he makes it easier than the book.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
ACCT440
Dec 21, 2019
Wouldn't take again

2 midterm, 1 final, 3 pop quizzes, and a project. Jokes too much during the lecture, so students often lose focus.

Test heavy
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
ACCT440
Grade: A
Jan 4, 2020
Would take again

Babekn is honestly one of the best professors at CSUN. He does not take attendance but it is so vital to attend class because the material is pretty heavy. He explains topics very well and it is easy to understand because of his relatable examples. Also, he is very entertaining and gives tons of extra credit!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
ACCT230
Feb 17, 2020
Would take again

I misjudged his lecturing skills at first because I took accounting over the winter session. However, he always remembers his students and he is very dedicated. Take him if you want to succeed. His class is not easy but worth it in the long run.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
ACC002
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2020
Would take again

Im really enjoy to two classes Acc I and II with professor BB . He is the best professional! Very smart, too funny, caring, interesting to teach, always answer to your mails. If you need more help with class he always open to help! In really happy to be part of his class !

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
3.0
2.0
ACCT460
Grade: A
Jan 27, 2021
Would take again

Take him for 460 or any accounting class he teaches. Lectures are recorded and what you need to know are on the slides. Quizzes are easy if you study! His lectures are entertaining but please don't confuse that with him being nice (or weak). Give him the same respect like any other stuffy, grumpy college professor at CSUN.

Accessible outside class
Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ACCT440
Grade: A
Aug 31, 2021
Would take again

LOVE THIS PROFESSOR!! He teaches so well and trust me and TAKE HIM AND YOU WILL GET AN A!!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
1.0
ACCT441
Grade: A
Aug 31, 2021
Would take again

I took his class during the summer and it was really easy! He didn't have any midterms or finals. He doesn't believe in exams. All the grading was from attending class and the homework assignments which was so stress free especially during a summer class. Its an easy A class with him! I wish I could take him for all my accounting classes.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
ACCT440
Grade: A+
Nov 12, 2021
Would take again

No exams, only graded on online homework through Cengage which he grades every 3 weeks.(as many attempts as you want until you get it right or the due date passes) By far my favorite CSUN professor! No exams! Super fun to learn!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
4.0
ACCT440
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He never responded to emails. Do not teach anything. He is all over the place and you will learn nothing.

Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
ACCT440
Grade: A+
Dec 7, 2021
Would take again

Professor Babken is a true gem and one of the best accounting professors at CSUN. Take him for every class possible, he makes learning accounting enjoyable and incorporates some dad jokes throughout.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
ACCT440
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2021
Would take again

He is the best. no test, no quiz, no midterm, no paper class. Just homework in Cengage (yes, you need to purchase the access code) + a few easy discussions. This class was such a pleasure. The professor is THE BEST!!! SOOOO interesting to listen to his lectures, very knowledgeable and engaging class. Attendance isn't mandatory, but I'll recommend

1.0
5.0
ACCT440
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 24, 2022

Lots of homework which takes forever to complete it and also quizzes. He is not teaching at all. He just reads off the slides. He is not the best professor that it mentioned on ratings. An individual tax project which is hard. Be prepare to do HW all day and weeks long. Do not recommend.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
440
Grade: A
May 19, 2022
Would take again

Professor Basmadzhyan is one of the best professors I've had. He is very caring, ready to help anytime and explains with his life experiences which is very clear to understand. Although he assigns homework from Cengage that are too much, it helps us to learn.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Caring
5.0
1.0
ACCT440
Grade: A
Jan 27, 2023
Would take again

LOVE PROFESSOR BABKEN!! I wish I could take him for every accounting class.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
1.0
ACC441
Grade: A+
Dec 2, 2023
Would take again

Super fun Professor! I love how smart his lectures are. Take him for a fun and easy A class.

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
1.0
3.0
ACC441
Grade: A-
Nov 13, 2024

Absolutely terrible. you won't learn anything he speaks too fast and insults the class every 5 minutes. used to be easier but decided to switch up this fall and made the tests in person, slides are still on cengage and are useless as well as the hw on becker. does not translate when taking the exams. hopefully extra credit will save your grade :(

1.0
5.0
440
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 25, 2025

Horrible professor. He doesn't teach at all. He just reads over slides that have nothing to do with the exams. He doesn't provide any study guide before exams and just says read the book to study. Half our class is currently failing and he doesn't realize we need help. This professor should be giving study guides or notecards to use on exams

Tough grader
Get ready to read
1.0
3.0
605
Grade: B
Apr 25, 2025

One of the worst professors I've had. Came to class unprepared and just read off slides with no added value. Felt like a waste of time and money. I don't just blame the professor—I blame the Accounting Department for not holding their faculty accountable. This experience was frustrating and disappointing.

Gives good feedback
Caring
1.0
5.0
ACCT440
Grade: Not sure yet
May 9, 2025

I'm heartbroken. I came into this class expecting so much, but got nothing positive out of it. I learned nothing, professor was very unhelpful and rude to students. Lectures, homework, and exams never tie into each other. Most of the class failed the exams, yet the only "help" we got was rude comments the professor made.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
440
May 13, 2025

Do not take him for 440, classes are useless, tax laws gets more complicated. Book and slides are worst then IRS publication and well managed to make laws more difficult. Book, slides, HW, and exams has no connection with each other. multiple concepts in each question in exam make it way complicated to remember all the rules and actually apply them

Tough grader
Get ready to read
2.0
5.0
ACCT440
May 20, 2025

Would just read off of slides in a fast pace & would hardly go over problems in class. When we asked for a study guide, he said the course was our study guide... not helpful. Always changed the exam format and never prepared us for it. Almost the entire class was struggling. Only good thing was that he curves heavy, but only cause we were failing.

Test heavy
4.0
3.0
ACCT440
Grade: A
May 21, 2025
Would take again

good professor but his lectures felt rushed. he explained the concepts well but you need to read and understand how to actually apply them in order to get a decent grade on the tests. just memorizing the tax law will not help you even get a passing grade. ASK QUESTIONS IN CLASS. his lectures are boring if nobody says/asks anything!

Get ready to read
1.0
4.0
ACCT440
Grade: A
Jun 4, 2025

I got an A in this class but I can't stress enough how worried I was about passing this class. The VITA extra credit helped a lot. I take nothing out of this class even though I like tax because his homework did not help and the lectures/slides were not helpful at all. I passed because of his heavy curving and the extra credit.

1.0
5.0
440
Grade: B
Jun 9, 2025

not a good teacher

5.0
3.0
ACCT440
Grade: A+
Jun 10, 2025
Would take again

He is a great teacher and giving a lot of extra credits. You have to study though. Definitely I would take Acct 441 with him again. His energy and his jokes makes the lecture enjoyable.

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
ACCT440
Grade: Rather not say
Oct 27, 2025

Very unorganized. It is impossible to study for exams because he does not provide a study guide and it is hard to know what to focus on. Do not take this professor under any circumstance. He also speaks fast and will mumble important information during lecture to "get the class to participate." Awful experience

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
ACC220
Grade: C+
Dec 8, 2025
Would take again

Professor Basmadzhyan was honestly a great professor and was really thorough with the material that had to be taught in Accounting 220. A heads up: he will give real life examples (data) and will teach in that way instead of reading the slides. It is super beneficial so the terms can stick to you and will be easier when the midterms come up.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
ACCT220
Grade: C+
Dec 15, 2025
Would take again

Professor Basmadzhyan is an amazing professor and has been super helpful. He teaches the courses by using real world examples; not just reading the slides. As long as you show up to class, you will be able to understand the topic. He will also curve exams and the homework assignments are easy points to receive.

Amazing lectures
Caring
Graded by few things
3.0
4.0
ACC220
Grade: B
Dec 23, 2025
Would take again

He isn't the best with organization, but he's funny and makes lectures interesting. He gives real life examples when teaching which helps a lot but he doesn't really teach formulas or the math before the midterms.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Graded by few things
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