2.8

Benny Hakak

Marketing - Douglas College

2.8
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
41%
Would Retake
97
Reviews
2.8
Quality
3.5
Difficulty
2.8
Helpful
2.8
Clarity

41%

Would Retake

97

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

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What Students Say

I definitely recommend his classes

MARK1120 - 5.0 rating

And avoid missing classes, otherwise you will scramble

MARK1120 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

99%

Textbook Required

0%

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A- (11)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 72 reported grades
B+: 18
Not sure yet: 17
A-: 11
B: 10
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Participation matters (28)
Tough grader (22)
Hilarious (21)
Lots of homework (21)
Amazing lectures (18)
Skip class? You won't pass. (13)
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Get ready to read (11)
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Reviews (97)
3.0
3.0
MARK1120
Mar 23, 2016

Really nice teacher but his assignment guidelines are very confusing. Start them early so you have time to ask for clarification. Lots of homework but its easy stuff. In general a good teacher, make lectures fun and interesting. Be prepared to speak up in class as he calls on EVERYONE

2.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: A-
Apr 30, 2016

Lectures consisted of Powerpoints but he doesn't post them online. Only thing to study off was the textbook or Learnsmart. Seemed like a bare-minimum type teacher. At home, online quizzes through Connect. Midterm/final were pretty easy and mostly common sense. He calls people out to answer his questions in class. Miss 30% of classes and you fail.

5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: B+
Jul 1, 2016
Would take again

Great prof. Study hard, come to class and enjoy some entertaining lectures.

1.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 16, 2016
Wouldn't take again

He doesn't give any feedback on your work... In fact we didn't get a single graded assignment back all semester. He doesn't post the slideshows after class and doesn't leave them up long enough for you to take proper notes. I would not recommend this prof nor would I take any of his courses again. The haven't gained any knowledge from this course.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: A
Nov 18, 2016
Would take again

Classes are great and always fun. Treats you like an adult and has high expectations. If you do the work you'll do well. Always willing to help!

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
MARK1120
Dec 10, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Teaches awfully. Does not return homework (no grade). Calls you out -makes you look dumb. The class is homework heavy and prof light. Meaning he relies on Connect/Learnsmart for teaching and the quizes/exams. Cannot copy slides and he blasts thru materials. Extremely vague on final exam material. Students are customers not children. Avoid!!!!

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: B+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

Two obvious things about his class. First, he clearly enjoys the subject matter. Second, he has lots of experience in marketing. That, combined with his humour, made classes enjoyable and interesting. Put some effort into it, study hard for the exams and you should be fine. And avoid missing classes, otherwise you will scramble.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
1.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: B+
Jan 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Be ready to NOT KNOW your grade before going into midterm and final exams. The lecture slides are not available online and the pace of lectures is fast as well. Throughout the whole semester he only marked 2 assignments out of 5 and not even on time. Does NOT provide feedback on your assignments so you don't know how you're doing in class. DON'T!

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: B+
Feb 2, 2017
Would take again

I really enjoyed having Benny as a professor. I think he has a great sense of humour. Really funny and not a boring guy at all. He's good at explaining and providing meaningful feedback. I miss his class... and almost feel like switching my program into business because it was really a fun course!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Mar 30, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Don't. Just don't.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 2, 2017
Would take again

Do it. Just do it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Apr 2, 2017
Wouldn't take again

The class had a waitlist in the beginning then gradually a lot of people dropped. He didn't let us know our midterm marks before the dropping date. As well, he takes quite a long time to mark things. Doesn't upload notes. Not easy to reach. Overloading us with homework. Majority of class did not even pass the midterm.... Don't do it

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
MARK1120
Apr 26, 2017
Wouldn't take again

The class is easy , but the work load is too much . Learn-smart, quizzes , case studies , assignments , report , presentation , marketing simulation game, game report. Only choose if ready to give up your weekends .

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
MARK1120
May 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

make students heavy-loaded with everyday assignment and weekly so time-consuming online-test while make the instructor self easy and light, marking very few assignments and so late, just going through ppt slides in class; midterm and final are super difficult which is far beyond the course text, besides, not a general marker at all. SO MEAN!

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Nov 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

AVOID THIS INSTRUCTOR AT ALL COST! If Introductory marketing is harder than 4000+ level business course, there is seriously something wrong. Can't skip class, doesn't post anything online, exams harder than law course, late or unavailable in office hour, miss any assignment/case/exam you fail the entire course. Don't get deceived by his humor.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 21, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Too many quizzes, online test, Simulation games, weekly and final report, presentation, not marking things on time. His class requires so many works done. I don't think this is the 1st level of MARK. I would say it could be level 3 or 4. Please don't take his class. Save your $$$

1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Grade: Incomplete
Nov 21, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Midterm was extremely difficult. A lot of workloads. Tricky marker! He didn't mark assignments all time. Assignments: 2 cases, Learnsmart, 4 online tests, 1 midterm, 1 final exam, simulation game Mon-Friday, weekly report, final report, presentation...... Be prepared to give up your day off.

5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 24, 2017
Would take again

I definitely recommend his classes. Very good prof with lots of real marketing experience. If you are willing to apply yourself, you will do well. I am taking another course with him next term and - fact - many others as well. And I'm looking forward to it!

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MARK1120
Grade: B+
Jan 18, 2018
Would take again

Great professor! Benny's classes are interesting and easy to follow. He does explain things in class, just make sure you do your homework and assignments. Also make sure not to miss any classes, pay attention and you'll be able to ace this course. Mid-term is hard but doable - just practice for essay exams.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MARK3300
Jan 26, 2018
Would take again

Very interesting classes. Super knowledgeable. Caring professor.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MARK1120
Grade: B
Feb 8, 2018
Would take again

Great Prof! Huge passion for his job. Very helpful and cheerful. Textbook used very often. Always give updates on tests and dates. He is a bit harder prof than my others, but if you follow the text, take good notes and use the online tools, you will be successful.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 5, 2018
Would take again

Excellent! Fun! Informational! I will certainly register for his upcoming courses this Fall.

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
MARK3300
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 12, 2018
Would take again

Benny is a pretty good prof overall. Although he may come off as strict, you will see the way he does things is for students to learn rather than to completely excel in the course. To add, he knows what he is talking about and his jokes are a hit or miss. Overall, Benny is a pretty good prof.

Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
3.0
MARK3300
May 1, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He's lectures are easy to follow nothing fascinating. Not transparent on his grading system. No term project, simulation game,finals and participation grades given to students. You'll learn from him, his lectures would add ideas about the topic if you read the book. His exams are easy.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
3.0
MARK3300
Nov 29, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Benny is passionate about marketing, if you've taken intro marketing this course is not too hard. A downside to this class is that he does not post his lectures online, you need to keep up with your notes in class. He keeps the lectures as interesting as he can, but they can be a bit dry.

Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
MARK3240
Grade: B+
Apr 16, 2019
Would take again

One of the best profs in Douglas College. He's super nice, humorous and always cares about his students. Great class discussions. Fair grader.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Jun 26, 2019
Wouldn't take again

He gives case study in exam. Questions are generally 16 marks each and he won't give you more than 8-10 marks even if you write perfectly. He don't upload marks in Blackboard and just gives you final grade during semester end !

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Jun 26, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Have to give atleast 1 point out of 5 so giving it, else "Zero" suits him the best. Hope you got the hint...

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
MARK1120
Grade: A-
Jul 6, 2019
Would take again

I took Intro Marketing with Benny and it was a great experience. No complaints! I should add that the textbook, "Mindtap" and simulation are mandatory across all sections, so regardless of which prof you choose for 1120, you will still need to buy the same material. Just check the bookstore website for any section and you'll get the same results.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
MARK3300
Grade: A-
Jan 21, 2020
Would take again

Cool and relaxed lectures, 2 long group assingments. Participation is important to make yourself seen by the professor. Easy Exams for those who minimaly studies. Professor is super acessible and friendly.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Group projects
4.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: B+
Mar 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

His lectures were interesting and conducted well but benny does nit give clear instructions on assignements and expect lots of surprises on tests.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
MARK3240
Grade: A-
Jun 5, 2020
Would take again

Mr. Hakak is a great professor and I really enjoyed taking Sport and Event Marketing with him last Fall. Lots of great discussions, real-life scenarios, and interesting assignments. Highly recommended!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
MARK3240
Oct 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Benny takes all the fun out of what should be a good class. Too many papers, assignments, case studies etc. If you were going to take sports marketing because you thought it would be fun, DON'T.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
So many papers
3.0
3.0
MARK1120
Oct 21, 2020
Would take again

Overall good teacher. if you have any questions as them in class/office hours because reaching him outside class isn't a thing. his lectures aren't super boring which is nice. He doesn't post his lectures online though which I extremely didn't like.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: B+
Nov 19, 2020
Would take again

Benny is one of the best professors at Douglas College. He knows the course very well by the book and from his professional experience. You will definitely learn a lot from his class. He checks the class's attendance regularly and gives marks fairly. Take his class, you would not regret it.

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
3.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: B
Dec 3, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Overall he was pretty funny and kind but the workload was overwhelming at times. You have to work hard for a good mark just like any other class. Not an easy A if you want to take this course for that reason.

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MARK324O
Dec 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Benny is rude to students, will give negative feedback only on work and never say anything good, never even put course content on bb even before final exam (when he said he would then ignored email), obnoxiously strict about cameras for online class, gives way too many assignments, I learned nothing from his class (very boring)...I could go on...

Lots of homework
Participation matters
1.0
4.0
MARK3240
Dec 11, 2020
Wouldn't take again

As a professor, you have the chance to make a great impact on the life of your students, guide students into a successful career and create a memorable experience. I will always remember Benny as the worst professor I ever had.

4.0
2.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2020
Would take again

I had a great time in this course. Surely this was the one I've learned the most this term. Professor Benny was always available after class and clearly was trying to bridge the gap between online and offline learning.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MARK3300
Dec 18, 2020
Would take again

Benny was one of the best profs I've had this term. Friendly, always available, provided me with straightforward feedback and marked my assignments fairly.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
1.0
4.0
MARK3300
Grade: A-
Feb 26, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Benny is unlike most of the other profs at Douglas College. Why? - He cuts off students when they are speaking. - He acts very full of himself and enjoys putting students on the spot without warning. - If you ask him about projects or tests, his response is "I don't know". - He genuinely does not care whether a student does well or not imo.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MARK3240
Grade: A-
Apr 10, 2021
Would take again

Great class!! Lectures were fun and interesting. He makes it easy to understand marketing.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: B
Apr 27, 2021
Would take again

Great class. I'm not a fan of online classes in general, but I really appreciated Prof. Hakak's hard work during class and his effort to make our class entertaining. I learned a lot from his lectures as well.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MARK3300
Grade: B+
Apr 29, 2021
Would take again

Even thought the class was online due to the pandemic, I actually enjoyed this course. That was a direct result of Professor Benny's effort to deliver virtually what I assume he usually delivers in a regular, in-person class.

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
MARK3240
Grade: B+
May 25, 2021
Would take again

Great topic, great prof and overall great class. Debates were very insightful. Highly recommended!

Accessible outside class
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MARK3300
Grade: B+
Jul 21, 2021
Would take again

Good course. Great prof. Interesting topic. Be sure to participate in the class discussion period to increase your participation mark and invest more than the usual time in your presentations prep. It will be worthwhile.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Hilarious
1.0
2.0
MARK1120
Grade: B
Aug 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Do not take his course. You will regret badly. Horribly!

Lots of homework
Tough grader
2.0
3.0
MARK1120
Nov 28, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The course itself was interesting and would take the course again but definitely not with Benny Hakak. He is impossible to reach through email, even though he says he will respond, he never does. His assignments are not very clear and he gives no feedback, just the overall grade on the assignments... that's if you even get the assignment back.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Lecture heavy
1.0
3.0
MARK3240
Dec 2, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I wouldn't recommend this professor to anyone, he is rude, not organized, basically reads the slides in class, uses the same slides for all the courses he teaches, forces participation in a not-nice way and asks for cameras on all the time (pointless). It is not a hard course, but the professor makes it unbearable. He also NEVER replies to emails.

Group projects
Skip class? You won't pass.
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
MARK3240
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 3, 2021
Would take again

He is an amazing professor! Very easy-going and funny. He understands when students have problems and can be flexible when needed. I'm taking another class with him next semester because I really liked this past term. Very clear when explaining, and the tests are not hard if you follow classes.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MARK3240
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 5, 2021
Would take again

do not miss the class. very knowledgeable in his field.

Accessible outside class
Participation matters
Group projects
5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2021
Would take again

hi guys, if u dont come to class, dont take his class. you will fail. lol. nice lectures, but hard tests. good for someone that really want to learn. his lectures at least wont let u sleep.

Accessible outside class
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
4.0
MARK1120
Dec 13, 2021
Would take again

Benny is extremely knowledgable in this field. His lectures are quite heavy but I found them to be really interesting and he never fails to make it a fun lecture. He really makes you think of what you've learned throughout the course so that you can apply it properly in the assignments and exams. Makes it tough but it'll really help you understand.

Get ready to read
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
MARK3300
Grade: B+
Feb 8, 2022
Would take again

Very experienced! Amazing person and professor.

Accessible outside class
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Grade: C+
Mar 28, 2022

impossible grader, ridiculous term projects, quizzes extremely difficult for no reason.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: B-
Apr 24, 2022

Benny is nice as an instructor, creative on teaching approach but I'd not recommend him if you have more than 3 classes in a semester, his class requires full effort. What I did not like in this class is the Wiley Plus textbook. The textbook is written very obscurely and has so much unnecessary wording. So you sometimes lose the chain of thought.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
1.0
3.0
MARK324O
Grade: B
Aug 18, 2022

This professor was the reason that I had a very bad impression of Douglas College when I took his class in my first semester. Traditional class with no device allowed, no slides just your pen and paper. But none of these were important for me but his attitude with students. Just don't take his class.

5.0
3.0
MARK3240
Grade: B+
Aug 21, 2022
Would take again

Great prof, gives participation marks and prepares you well for the exams. Wants you to succeed therefore transform the classroom into a great learning environment.

Participation matters
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
1.0
3.0
MARK3240
Nov 24, 2022

Does not allow laptops or electronics for note-taking. Rudely interrupts students while they're talking and trying to add to the discussion. Class examples are decades old. Unclear assignment guidelines and then he makes you feel like an idiot for not following guidelines that weren't even there. Will not take again.

Tough grader
5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: B+
Nov 24, 2022
Would take again

I genuinely loved having Benny as my intro to marketing professor. He was my first step into the program, and he made me want to keep pursuing it. Though he is a tough marker, especially during exams, his lectures were always entertaining and made sure I learned a lot. He gave me awesome feedback, and my class was so happy and fun.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
4.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: B-
Nov 24, 2022
Would take again

he was my first ever MARK prof, u can't take pics, and no slides are uploaded, but he explains everything clearly. take notes during class, read the textbook, and don't forget about weekly reports, there are also weekly tests I loved the simulation and became the best-selling company, but buying both textbook and the sim access code was sad...

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
3.0
MARK3240
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 11, 2022

Worst instructor I have ever had. Rude, condescending and power-hungry. Won't let you use laptops or tablets for notes, all have to be written with pen and paper. Unclear guidelines, doesn't actually teach, makes you print out assignments filled with images in coloured ink (even though you have to submit online too). Would not recommend at all.

3.0
5.0
MARK1120
Grade: B+
Dec 23, 2022

He really knows his stuff and can teach very well. But you need to read a lot, do online tests each week,and prepare a pretty detailed term project. He also never lets you know your grade during class so you dont know how he grades. Even after the class, you need to request the breakdown.Interesting and hard person,you may afraid to ask questions.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
MARK3300
Grade: B
May 17, 2023

He is a tough grader, did not give us any grades for the assignments, and midterms throughout the whole semester. It turned out to be one of the lowest grades I got in the program. Stay away from him if you would like to have a high grade. He had a tendency to interrupt the students talking when he did not agree with them. Not recommended!

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MARK3240
Grade: B
Oct 21, 2023

His knowledge of digital marketing is old. Asks to email assignments to him and then you wont see it, forget about feed back! Has office hours but he doesn't like students use it. Unorganized, late to most classes. Many other super qualified accomplished professors, I do recommend to take a different professor.

1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Dec 10, 2023

One of the worst professors I have ever had. Power hungry, controlling, unkind and disrespectful. Would not recommend taking him. His tests and quiz are too difficult with time constraints. He has unrealistic expectations and puts a lot of pressure on his students. He won't let you use phone/laptops in class, wouldn't even let you talk to others.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: B
Dec 21, 2023

The most procrastinating professor I have ever seen in my entire life. Imagine half of your work during the semester not giving score and feedback, and you basically receive a random letter grade out of nowhere at the end. Tough grader and tough lecturing. Shows every little respect to students. AVOID at all costs.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
2.0
5.0
MARK1120
Grade: C+
Jan 3, 2024

His classes are not only enjoyable but also lively and dynamic. However, when it comes to exams and grades, he maintains high standards, expecting a significant level of effort and proficiency.

Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Grade: D+
Nov 20, 2024

would not suggest to any of my friends ever.

1.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: C+
Nov 21, 2024

The class is not suitable for those with an IEP due to its lack of organization, unclear expectations, and rude attitudes. The class is confusing and stressful, and the instructor's speed and lack of understanding of others capabilities is concerning. Who runs a marketing class and dosn't allow computers.

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Grade: C
Nov 27, 2024

The course was filled with too many small assignments, causing stress and difficulty managing other classes. Benny was rude when I asked questions, making me feel disrespected. He was often late, disrupting the class, and deadlines were unclear with conflicting dates. This created confusion and added to the disorganization.

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Grade: C+
Nov 27, 2024

Would not wish taking this class on my worst enemy. I am a straight-A student and this is my first C. He is so bad

Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
1.0
3.0
MARK3240
Grade: B+
Nov 28, 2024

The pace of the class, combined with a lack of consideration for students' individual capabilities, is deeply concerning and demotivating. This has been such a negative experience that I wouldn't recommend this class or this professor even to my worst enemy. I hope the college considers this feedback to improve the quality of teaching in the future

Lots of homework
So many papers
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MARK3240
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 16, 2024
Would take again

Good class. Class content was clear. Guidelines are all easily accessible. Exams are straightforward. Great class discussions. Professor Hakak is very easygoing and approachable. Just be ready to take notes, not miss classes -- and leave your laptops at home (not allowed in class).

Participation matters
Group projects
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: A
Jan 26, 2025
Would take again

He was a quite funny guy and his classes were generally interesting. Be ready to take a lot of notes in class though because his exams are only on what he covers in class and he doesn't cover everything in the textbook. The midterm was quite difficult but the final exam was not bad because you got to make a cheat sheet with whatever you want on it.

4.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: A-
Feb 11, 2025
Would take again

He is a tough professor but his lectures are really helpful and realistic. Just concentrate on the course and take note you will be fine.

Inspirational
Lots of homework
Respected
1.0
4.0
MARK3300
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 11, 2025

He is probably the worst prof I've ever had, first he doesnt allow any screens, laptops, etc under no circumstances. He is very boring and unengaging and also tends to interrupt students mid sentence when they raise their hands. He doesnt upload his slides on blackboard so if you miss a slide good luck. Oh and he includes lectures after midterms.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
2.0
3.0
MARK1120
Grade: C+
Mar 26, 2025

Benny assigns a lot of homework which wouldn't be a big deal if he didn't assign it through three different sites, where two of the sites feel more like busy work rather than helping learn the class material and the way the due dates are set up makes it impossible to get it all done at once, but instead in smaller blocks throughout the week.

5.0
3.0
MARK3300
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 23, 2025
Would take again

He is one of the best professors i've ever had. I can't believe there are students who don't like him. He is just awesome, i had so much fun in his classes and learned a lot as well, everything he taught was useful and interesting. Definitely a 10!

Participation matters
Group projects
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MARK3300
Grade: A-
May 14, 2025
Would take again

He is one of the best profs in Douglas. Although he doesn't allow use of any devices or upload slides on Blackboard, you will be fine if you have a note ready. Exams are mostly based on the textbook, and very simple multiple choice questions.

Participation matters
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
MARK324O
Grade: A-
May 15, 2025

This was the worst course (MARK-4235). Despite being a digital marketing class, laptops and eBooks were banned. The group project had excessive instructions but no feedback was ever given. Only the final grade was posted, with no breakdown. One assignment even required paying for WordPress and submitting proof. Very unprofessional.

Participation matters
Group projects
Lots of homework
3.0
4.0
MARK1120
Jul 4, 2025

Benny is just a tough grader and his slides doesn't help with the exams. Expect a lot of homework and not using your devices in class. Pretty nice overall just wouldnt take his class again

5.0
3.0
MARK3300
Grade: Rather not say
Jul 29, 2025
Would take again

This was my second class with Prof. Hakak. He is all right, especially if you show interest. Class is fine. Content is clear. Good discussions. Just keep in mind the following: a - He will not allow you to take notes using your laptop. b - Forget about cellphones during class. c - He will not provide power point slides. d - And don't miss classes.

Group projects
Lots of homework
2.0
3.0
MARK3240
Grade: B
Oct 9, 2025

Benny's class was not engaging, I found that he called out students a lot with the intention of embarassing them, you can only take notes on pen and paper and he talks the entire 2 hours and 50 minutes of the class so it's hard to retain information. Definitely would not take his class again.

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
1.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 28, 2025

If you want a boring class thats 2 hours and 50 minutes long take this. The way he teacher is not engaging, don't even bring an electronic device or you will be called out in front of the class, and don't ask any questions or he'll just tell you to look at the syllabus. He can often seem rude to students. I would recommend other professors.

1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Grade: B
Nov 14, 2025

I don't have anything against him personally, he's a chill and funny guy, but a horrendous professor. Slides cover the most basic concepts in the chapters, multiple choice test answers were ridiculously similar and hard to distinguish, not to mention questions being on there that weren't taught (which he admitted to).

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
1.0
1.0
MARK3240
Grade: B+
Nov 29, 2025

He is horrid! Be careful.

Get ready to read
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MARK3240
Grade: A-
Nov 30, 2025

Class was very disappointing. The professor wasn't engaging at all, no technology (are we in 1980?), and called students out for using laptops. His slides had too much text while criticizing ours. Tests were pure memorization, and grades came only at term's end. Avoid him at all costs.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
2.0
4.0
MARK3240
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2025

Be ready to buy the textbook, pay for the simulation, do multiple group presentations, and complete tons of assignments, with little to no feedback all semester. Participation depends on bringing weekly news. No devices allowed, handwritten notes only. Exams are 50 MCQs in 40 minutes on LockDown, which is brutal. Cool subject, terrible execution.

Participation matters
Group projects
Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 12, 2025

I bealive Benny has a good heart. But he shouldnt be a professor, he lacks patience and whenever u ask a question he makes u feel dumb for even asking. Lots of homework, 3 different simulations all with different due dates for assignments. No feedback at all on ur work! He will tell u how many questions on exam(if he does) n nothing else.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MARK1120
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 13, 2025

Decent guy, but TERRIBLE prof. No electronics allowed, doesn't upload slides, exams aren't based on the textbook Seems to have some ego or superiority complex, called out students for being late or on their device. Only allows written notes. Overall bad professor, students often complained about him among themselves. gives minimal breaks.

Tough grader
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
MARK324O
Dec 15, 2025

Lectures are horrible and poorly organized, offering little help in understanding the material. There is no feedback during the semester, and grades are withheld until the very end. Project and simulation grades are not returned, and no electronic or modern learning tools are used. Avoid this professor.

1.0
4.0
MARK324O
Dec 18, 2025

The professor gave very poor feedback and almost none on projects, making it difficult to learn or improve. The class was mostly him talking with no engagement, which made it boring and unhelpful. I was excited to take this course, but the instructor's teaching style made the experience very disappointing. If you can, choose a different professor.

Tough grader
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
MARK3240
Grade: A-
Dec 19, 2025
Would take again

Although I was initially unsure about the no-technology policy in class, it ultimately helped me focus better. The workload was demanding, but it strengthened my understanding of the material. A bit more feedback would have been helpful, but I truly enjoyed the course and found Benny to be caring, approachable, and very knowledgeable in his field.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Caring
1.0
5.0
MARK3240
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 19, 2025

If this guy is a professor I'm a NASA austronaut, they could put a wood stick on his place

Tough grader
2.0
4.0
MARK324O
Grade: B+
Dec 20, 2025

The worst ever professor I had. He is definitely a media guy rather than a marketing person. I'm ok with his person but hate his teaching style. His instruction is difficult to read and follow, not only me but others all have questions about his instructions and then we had to ask each other what it means. And he doesn't reply emails quickly.

Group projects
1.0
4.0
MARK3240
Grade: B-
Dec 26, 2025

One of the worst professor I had in my life, how do you give a digital marketing class without computer? 90% of the time you have to listen to this guy read slides

Tough grader
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