2.3

Carlos Fernandez

International Business - Seneca Polytechnic

2.3
Quality
3.6
Difficulty
28%
Would Retake
98
Reviews
2.3
Quality
3.6
Difficulty
2.3
Helpful
2.3
Clarity

28%

Would Retake

98

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

20

4

9

3

5

2

14

1

50

What Students Say

AVOID HIM AS MUCH AS YOU CAN

SIB460 - 1.0 rating

He is not bad but not good professor

BAM101ANDBUS1 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

48%

Textbook Required

71%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 27 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
A+ (5)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(15)B(2)C(2)D(3)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 33 reported grades
A: 10
A+: 5
B+: 3
A-: 3
Common Tags
Participation matters (10)
Get ready to read (6)
Tough Grader (5)
TEST HEAVY (4)
Tough grader (4)
LECTURE HEAVY (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Test heavy (3)
Rating Trend

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Ratings by Course

INB220

5.0

(1)

BAM101ANDBUS1

3.9

(7)

MKT106

3.7

(3)

MRK

3.0

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IBM600

2.8

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Difficulty by Course

MRK103

5.0

SIB460

4.6

MARK106

4.5

IBS630

4.5

MRK200

4.2

Reviews (98)
1.0
5.0
MRK106
Jan 8, 2003

Horrible Teacher, doesn't know the material, and doesn't listen to students.

1.0
3.0
MRK106
Feb 7, 2003

No Comments

2.0
4.0
MRK106
Mar 17, 2003

Don't like him. Constantly picks on students and demands answers, teaching word-for-word from the text without really having any knowledge or experience.

4.0
3.0
MRK106
Apr 12, 2003

No Comments

2.0
1.0
MRK106WW
Apr 12, 2003

he dont know whether their students cheat or not, its very easy to get a good mark from him.

5.0
2.0
MRK106
Sep 3, 2003

Great teacher. The best

5.0
1.0
MKT106
Oct 11, 2003

He's a good teacher...once you convince him that you have the right answer, he'll give you the mark...he will also postpone the test if you convince him! He tells you what is going to be on the exam. He's very friendly.

5.0
1.0
MKT106
Nov 1, 2003

great teacher

4.0
2.0
MRK106
Dec 14, 2003

Logical, well organized, comprehensive knowledge,friendly

4.0
2.0
MRK106
Nov 25, 2003

teaches straight from text, so you don't have to go to class unless there is a quiz. tells you exactly what is on tests and exams. very friendly.

1.0
2.0
MRK106
Mar 10, 2004

compared microwaves with apples to explain the deman and supply curves! Our whole class was not impressed, he is okay for 1st year but later on try to get MRK teachers like Marando that actually know what they are doing.(proctor and gamble marketing mng)

4.0
2.0
IBM600
Apr 27, 2004

right from the text kinda guy, very clear and not very hard programm outline. Sometimes boring.Lets for make up quizes with a proper note.

5.0
1.0
MRK106
Sep 8, 2004

THE BEST TEACHER EVER!!

5.0
1.0
MRK106
Aug 13, 2004

Great professor. He knows how to get the class to interact. Also helpful about tests. Gives you the chance to speak out in class. Gives you the chance to argue about your point of view in tests and gives u considerations if your answers are valid enuff.

1.0
5.0
IBM600
Apr 12, 2005

CAN YOU SAY UNCLEAR??? YOU ASK THIS GUY A QUESTION AND HE RESPONDS IN A TOTALLY DIFFERENT WAY

5.0
2.0
IBM600
Apr 29, 2005

He is nice professor fair marker and sometime moody, tells the answer in a way he likes but overall fair teacher.

1.0
5.0
SIB460
Grade: B+
May 9, 2005

terrible teacher. Do not take his class.

1.0
5.0
SIB460
May 9, 2005

terrible professor.

1.0
3.0
SIB460
May 10, 2005

Confuses students when answering questions. Piecemeal reviews prior to tests or assignments. Avoid if possible

1.0
4.0
MRK
Grade: C+
Aug 21, 2005

CANNOT ANSWER QUESTIONS!!!!!!!! VERY CONFUSING!

1.0
4.0
IBM600
Grade: A
Aug 22, 2005

He looks niece but he is not. He is a veryyyyyyyyyyyyyy hard marker. He doesn't want u to get a good grade in his class. He acts like is a super prof however he is fraud. You don't notice at the beginning but u will see it at the end of the semseter. Most students skip his class since and they only show up at midterm and final.

2.0
3.0
MRK200
Oct 4, 2005

No Comments

1.0
5.0
MRK200
Oct 11, 2005

No Comments

2.0
4.0
MRK200
Nov 26, 2005

arrogant, narrow minded, thinks hes always right. take his class only if you REALLY need it

1.0
5.0
MRK200
Dec 7, 2005

he is the worst teacher. if you have him on your timetable DROP IT. he is so hard to understand. also he likes to ask a lot of questions in class. idiot of a marker

2.0
4.0
MRK106
Dec 8, 2005

Never, ever take this teacher. He loves his speech and doesn't know how to understand students.

1.0
5.0
SIB460
Dec 9, 2005

Not good teacher. He is really suck

3.0
4.0
MRK200
Dec 16, 2005

First,Carlos is not easy marker,and he will make you work very hard.However, you will learn a lot so that there is no problem with writing exams. Quizes will drive you crazy.Overall not a bad teacher.

5.0
3.0
MRK
Dec 22, 2005

Great teacher, very smart. You have to do the work to keep up with the constant quizzes. You will learn alot.

5.0
3.0
MRK200
Dec 24, 2005

Hard marker but nice guy. You can learn a lot from him. Just don't drop the course after the mid-term, the second half will be much better.

1.0
5.0
SIB460
Dec 26, 2005

This guy is really suck. Do not take his class otherwise, you will get F

5.0
2.0
MRK106
Jan 13, 2006

This teacher was pretty good, he explains things well, gives good real life examples. He's friendly and nice to be in his class.

2.0
4.0
MARKETING
Feb 22, 2006

No Comments

2.0
5.0
MRK200
Apr 4, 2006

Hard marker and not very helpful

1.0
4.0
SIB460
Apr 26, 2006

very hard to understand

2.0
4.0
MRK106
Nov 30, 2006

he is the worse teacher, when u ask questions, he'll talk about sth else not even relate to the questions that u wanna ask. he'll say sth and then later on, on the test if u answer the way he said it in class he'll mark you wrong. he doesnt know wat he is saying... i have a hard time with him

1.0
5.0
MRK106
Dec 3, 2006

omg do not take him. he is unclear and contradicts himself all the time he'll say one thing in class and on the test say it's wrong. You will answer his questions because the answer was from the text and he'll say it's wrong. he's always right and ****ed. his quote 'if all else fails... just sell yourself' the way he said it digust me! bad teach

1.0
5.0
MARK106
Dec 23, 2006

a sick teacher!!he should teach baby!!

2.0
5.0
MRK106
Jan 8, 2007

His marking is not clear same as all his lectures

2.0
2.0
INB200
Apr 17, 2007

When it comes to teaching, Carlos is okay. However, you'll quickly realize he isn't what he makes himself out to be. Takes marks off for no apparent reason. Also, his math skills are terrible. Double check every test and assignment. He's always right and you're always wrong. No matter what the situation.

1.0
5.0
MRK200
Apr 9, 2008

Don't understand him and what's his requirements for us!

4.0
4.0
MRK200
Jul 23, 2008

To be blunt if you are rude and interrupt his class he wont like you for the entire semester and in turn you will be bitter and hate on him. He isn't that tough believe me. Yes he has a slight accent..but so do 85% of the class..i studied what he told me to and i got a good grade.

1.0
5.0
MRK106
Nov 23, 2008

Worst teacher! He is hard to understand and marks really hard. Sometimes says really rude comments. I went to all classes but in order to understand what he is teaching you have to read the textbook thoroughly. I highly DONT recommend!!!

1.0
5.0
MRK106
Jan 14, 2009

This teacher is terrible , dont waste your time in his class. he is very rude and useless I changed my class in first week of the semester after I realized this the teacher I want. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS TEACHER!!

1.0
4.0
IBS630
Mar 23, 2009

Carlos is an idiot, plain and simple. He spends the first 45 minutes of every class going over his introduction slide then covers about 10% of the material per lecture. He gives assignments with unclear guidelines and changes requirements just days before due dates. A 6 year old could create a better final exam and he takes off marks unreasonabl

1.0
5.0
SIB460
May 2, 2009

DO NOT let him teach you!!! first, he is bias teacher. you will be get the c or d for sure if he does not like you. specially you are chinese he will for sure let you down.second he is not knowledgble. he always **** around the common senses. third hard market all base on his own bias opinion. i will definitely and highly recommmend you not cho

4.0
5.0
SIB460
May 2, 2009

First, he is not rude or impolite. He expects students to be in his class on time, and do their assignments, BUT he is a very hard marker teacher and he provides material needed for the assignment when the time is passed. OH He doesn't give you any clue for the FInal exam. I don't recommand him for those who are looking for high grade.

3.0
5.0
INB200
Aug 17, 2009

Don't choose him.He is a hard marker, and his lecture is soooo boring.

1.0
5.0
MRK106
Feb 15, 2010

Took this professor for MRK106 for 2 classes,dropped him after the third class and chose Ingrid Mueller instead. He is a very biased teacher, he only believes his own opinions and does not give reviews or clear and transparent answers. Do not take him unless you don't care about your grade. This professor Gets an F+ from me on all aspects.

1.0
5.0
MRK103
Nov 17, 2010

No teaching Qualification what so ever, its funny how he teaches like 4 different courses and he is a total failure at teaching them all. I wonder how he got the job?

2.0
3.0
BUS106
Jun 29, 2011

This guy is not useful at all. Topics can sometimes be interesting, but that's only 20 minutes of class. He doesn't know what he expects and is not clear on any instructions. Just read the book.

1.0
4.0
BUS106
Jul 24, 2011

this guy is totally useless. he would waste hours talking about unrelated stuff, when students ask questions, he's not trying to help at all. don't bother choose him. u will learn nothing in his class. u just waste ur time n money

1.0
4.0
SIB460
Jul 29, 2011

This proff is a complete idiot. Do not take his classes or you WILL be suicidal. Everything he says is complete bs. Takes long pauses for no reason and has no idea what he's talking about. Ever.

1.0
5.0
BUS106
Aug 11, 2011

he doesn't know what he is talking about. he tries to get some student to ask questions and he will give some bs answer. he is just in the class for killing time. and he is such a hard marker. so stupid. do not take him. Seneca should fire him

1.0
5.0
SIB460
Sep 1, 2011

AVOID HIM AS MUCH AS YOU CAN. Power Hungry Guy.

5.0
1.0
INB220
Jul 19, 2013

Carlos is the best teacher at seneca. His willing to help his students after class (especially the females;)) TAKE HIS CLASS YOU WONT REGRET IT!!

1.0
5.0
MRK108
Jan 2, 2014

He was a pleasant guy but that is as far as it goes. He left half way through the fall semester and I was so glad. His lectures were boring and he was a hard marker. Varinder Gill took over for him and she was much better

5.0
2.0
BUS106
Grade: A+
Jul 21, 2014

As long as you are proactive in class and participate in discussions, and show a willingness to participate, then only you can be on his "good side". It also helps to read the book. Overall, be prepared to contemplate related topics in class and an 'A' will be on your gradebook.

5.0
1.0
BUS106
Grade: Incomplete
Dec 1, 2014

I really enjoyed attending his classes and learn from experiences and knowledge. As a professor he enjoys bringing up course related conversations through which we can express our opinions while learning from others. Certainly, I would really like to have him as a professor in other courses as well.

1.0
3.0
BUS106
Grade: A+
Apr 15, 2015

Very misleading, always check your tests and evaluations when you get them back because most likely he screwed up at least something on there. I would recommend anyone wanting to get a good mark to stay away from him.

1.0
5.0
BAM101ANDBUS1
Grade: B-
Sep 2, 2015

He is not bad but not good professor. He confuses students from other classes and sections. It is also messy and teachers like school Teacher and If you want a good score you have to answer the question with the exact words as go on book. He doesn't like to hear he is wrong. Try to evade their classes.

5.0
1.0
BAM101ANDBUS1
Grade: A
Apr 12, 2016

the best pro i met in seneca, wanna learn more from him.

5.0
3.0
BAM101ANDBUS1
Grade: A+
Sep 3, 2016
Would take again

Very nice guy. As long as you pay attention in class and study the slides and textbook, youll get an A for sure. Get on his good side by always attending classes, speaking up and participating in class discussions.

5.0
3.0
MRK106
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2016
Would take again

-weekly quiz looked terrorizing in the beginning, but actually the most helpful and beneficial factor to being able to balance out your marks -lectures are relatable and easy to understand -group work minimal and participation is encouraged -always starts on time, organized, and knowledgeable -gives detailed study guides to help you out

Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BAM101
Grade: A+
Jan 16, 2017
Would take again

If you want a live class, this course is a must! But if you hate presentations, he is not for you.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
5.0
MKT106
Grade: D
Feb 3, 2017
Wouldn't take again

VERY RUDE AND DIFFICULT. HAVE FAVORITE STUDENTS.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
3.0
BAM101ANDBUS1
Grade: A
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

You won't get a good grade if you don't independently read the text book and study. In my opinion your results will depend on the effort you put in class and independently on your own time.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
2.0
MRK108
Grade: A
May 2, 2017
Would take again

There are short quizzes in every lecture, so beware of it. he loves asking questions and gives group discussion. But the group discussion is not longer than 10mins. His lecture is fine, neither boring nor funny.

Get ready to read
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
3.0
MRK106
Grade: A
Sep 24, 2017
Would take again

-uses slides in class and posted online (inclass is an advantage as its indepth + detailed) -quiz every week WHICH you can learn how to appreciate (2-3% each time) -detailed--VERY detailed exam outlines -he likes when the students participates in class

Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
MRK108
Grade: A-
Dec 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

He forgets everything! mess up your marks Check your online mark carefully. He marked me wrong 4 times Never ever take his class

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Would take again
1.0
4.0
MRK106
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Worst prof ever!!! Forgets everything!!!!! I think he might even forget himself soon. Interacts with only few students and does not even care about others.

Participation matters
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
3.0
5.0
BAM101
Jan 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is a nice teacher, but this course is really hard to understand.

2.0
4.0
MRK108
Mar 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Every class has quiz

5.0
2.0
BAM101ANDBUS1
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

He is a really good professor, making sure the classes are always complete and if the class is not necessary he will cancel it, he wont make you go unless it is completely necessary. Do all the assignments, he is very flexible and good grader if you put enough effort on the assignment you give to him of course. Text book is not that necessary.

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
1.0
3.0
MRK108
Apr 20, 2018
Wouldn't take again

The professor skips many slides of presentations and doesn't explain the material properly. Be ready for self-education. The level of the tests that he gives is much harder than the level of his lectures. For me, it was waste of time and money.

TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
BAM101ANDBUS1
Apr 23, 2018
Wouldn't take again

To be honest, he doesn't teach. He just gives a little exercises in class, just it . You can't learn Econ by yourself. You need visuals and explanations. He tells you about her personal life and then expects you to learn something from it. Don't take his if there are other choices. The worst professor I have had ever.

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
MRK108
Grade: Not sure yet
May 3, 2018
Would take again

Would you prefer knowing where you stand every week so you can fix your weak areas, or would you prefer not knowing until you receive a C or less on a major test? Be grateful: the upside of being quizzed weekly is that it helps you retain newly learned material better. Having him is a blessing. Seriously.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
4.0
MRK108
Aug 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Does not explain well compared to the other Lecturer we has in the first half of Summer.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
5.0
3.0
BAM101ANDBUS1
Grade: A+
Aug 11, 2018
Would take again

One of the best professors in Seneca in my opinion. Had 2 courses with him MRKT and BAM. He explains very well and gives examples from real life instead of just reading from slides like many other professors do.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
1.0
1.0
SOC135
Grade: C+
Mar 18, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This is the worst teacher in seneca.

1.0
5.0
IBS630
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Nov 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This guy right here is the worst professor ever all he does in class is talk for 3 hours about how dumb trump is barely updates the website and reminds you of dates on time and isnt out to help any student going through anything the way other teachers are , hes a disgrace he doesnt know how to do his job

3.0
4.0
MRK108
Grade: D+
Dec 4, 2019
Wouldn't take again

No homework, but everyday has quiz. Also he didnt give specific details to us and not clear grading criteria. For example when is the project due, whats assignment for...

1.0
4.0
MRK108
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

he's a cool guy but the only gripe i had was his attitude and he didn't care about helping with some problems. i missed the presentation cuz i wasnt scheduled for his class the first week when he gave everyone the dates and the instructions. by the time i realised this my turn was gone and he didnt even bother to listen. it wasnt anyone's fault but

Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
BAM101
Grade: B+
Apr 11, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He is a terrible professor and person in general. Does not care about his job or students whatsoever. His lectures and power-points are filled with errors and he always shows up late. Also never responds to emails. Watch out and check your marks; He purposefully gave me a lower one and had to jump through hoops to get it fixed. Drop his class asap

1.0
4.0
MRK108
Grade: A-
Apr 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

This professor made me question Seneca's screening process. He doesn't know what he is doing, gives quizzes every week and makes them so hard that he doesn't even know the answers. You should ALWAYS check your quiz papers because he is known to mark things wrong that is correct. He is extremely forgetful and unprofessional! Avoid the headache!

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
MARK106
Grade: A-
Apr 18, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I liked how he taught and and encouraged people to participate in class, but he was a terrible at grading and keeping things organized. Always had to check my quizzes/exams bc there was ALWAYS a grading mistake. Same for online posted marks. Sent many emails to clarify some things, but the responses clarified only half at best. It was terrible.

Group projects
Tough grader
1.0
1.0
BAM101
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I have no idea how someone like this has ANY job let alone the one that he does. He is absolutely horrible. He absolutely does not have the literary or social skills it takes to effectively teach or facilitate a course. He NEEDS to resign so students can get the proper education they deserve and are paying for.

1.0
5.0
MRK106
Nov 25, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor that you could ever get at Seneca. Good luck.

Tough grader
3.0
3.0
MRK108
May 6, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Not a bad teacher but not the best. Participation matters because it counts towards your grades.

Participation matters
Group projects
1.0
5.0
MRK108
Dec 14, 2021
Wouldn't take again

worst professor in Seneca

1.0
3.0
BAM101
Grade: B+
May 11, 2022

Worst faculty in my opinion. Lectures and instructions were pretty unclear. If you want a friendly professor who would guide you throughout the semester, he's not the person to go to.

1.0
5.0
MRK108
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2023

The other negative reviews have literally said it all.

1.0
3.0
MRK108
Dec 15, 2023

Extremely unhelpful, you will end up teaching yourself if you take this class. He has no idea what he is doing or atleast seems to have no idea what he is doing.

1.0
5.0
BAM101
Dec 15, 2023

The worst professor I have encountered in my entire academic journey. I truly don't know how he has this job!! Confused and disorganized don't even begin to describe this man. Just take another prof please, if he's your only option then goodluck!

1.0
5.0
MRK108
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2023

I made the terrible mistake of taking this man last semester, please don't be like me. Run as far away from this guy as possible.

2.0
4.0
MRK108
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2024

If u want a good prof, that is in touch with modern world and will provide good synchro, this guy is a wrong choice

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
4.0
4.0
MRK108
Grade: A
Jan 11, 2025
Would take again

Lectures are good but be prepared to engage during the class discussion. Give your opinion and explain why or why not. It is simply a discussion about the topic at hand. Be prepared.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
3.0
BAM101
Grade: A
Dec 6, 2025

Avoid at all costs

Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

48%

Textbook Required

71%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 27 grades
Most common grades:
A (10)
A+ (5)
B+ (3)
Grade Distribution
A(15)B(2)C(2)D(3)F(0)A-/B+(6)
Based on 33 reported grades
A: 10
A+: 5
B+: 3
A-: 3
Common Tags
Participation matters (10)
Get ready to read (6)
Tough Grader (5)
TEST HEAVY (4)
Tough grader (4)
LECTURE HEAVY (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
Test heavy (3)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.14 avg change
Dec
May
Dec
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Jan
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Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

INB220

5.0

(1)

BAM101ANDBUS1

3.9

(7)

MKT106

3.7

(3)

MRK

3.0

(2)

IBM600

2.8

(4)
+13 more courses
Difficulty by Course

MRK103

5.0

SIB460

4.6

MARK106

4.5

IBS630

4.5

MRK200

4.2

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