2.8

Carol Sanchez

Management - Grand Valley State University

2.8
Quality
3.6
Difficulty
33%
Would Retake
93
Reviews
2.8
Quality
3.6
Difficulty
2.6
Helpful
2.8
Clarity

33%

Would Retake

93

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

22

4

15

3

10

2

17

1

29

What Students Say

Unfortunately she is one of the only options for MGT 495

MGT495 - 1.0 rating

Throw your semester away

MGT495 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

81%

Textbook Required

13%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

89% confidence
Based on 13 grades
Most common grades:
B (5)
A (3)
Not sure yet (3)
Grade Distribution
A(5)B(5)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 17 reported grades
B: 5
A: 3
Not sure yet: 3
A+: 2
Common Tags
Tough Grader (9)
Get ready to read (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Tough grader (5)
Gives good feedback (4)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (4)
SO MANY PAPERS (4)
Participation matters (4)
Rating Trend

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Ratings by Course

BUS671

3.6

(16)

MGT495

3.1

(49)

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3.0

(2)

MGT466

2.6

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2.3

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FIN495

5.0

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4.0

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4.0

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3.7

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3.5

Reviews (93)
1.0
4.0
BUS
Nov 30, 2000

She's a horrible woman.

2.0
5.0
BUS671
Apr 10, 2001

Grades very unfairly. Favors students. Way too much homework.

1.0
3.0
MGT671
May 22, 2001

WORST EVER

1.0
5.0
MGT
May 23, 2001

poor excuse for a college instructor

1.0
5.0
MGT466
Grade: A+
May 29, 2001

unclear has her favorites, same things over and over again

5.0
4.0
MGT495
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Jun 4, 2001

Learn more in this class than any previous. She is tough but effective.

2.0
3.0
MGT466
Jul 26, 2001

No Comments

1.0
5.0
MGT
Jun 25, 2001

unstable--Belongs at McDonalds!!

5.0
3.0
MGT495
Aug 3, 2001

hard material but she will teach you. She will help if you ask. Knows her stuf

4.0
4.0
MGT495
Nov 1, 2001

she's tough but clear, she was always helpful to me.

5.0
4.0
MGT495
Nov 5, 2001

Hard, but knows her stuff really well. Always helpful when I asked.

5.0
3.0
MGT495
Nov 8, 2001

Goes the extra mile to see her students succeed.

5.0
4.0
MGT671
Nov 10, 2001

Hard work, but very rewarding. Great prof!

4.0
4.0
MGT495
Grade: A+
Nov 20, 2001

Very understanding to personal situations and/ difficulties. Knowledgable.

5.0
4.0
BUS671
Nov 29, 2001

She is very helpful! If you don't believe that, you haven't asked for help.

5.0
3.0
MGT495
Dec 7, 2001

Don't listen to those who want to be spoon fed. She is a great prof.

3.0
4.0
MGT495
Dec 10, 2001

No Comments

5.0
3.0
BUS671
Dec 10, 2001

The best prof I've had yet. Learned a lot.

5.0
3.0
MGT495
Dec 13, 2001

Great Professor - Need not say more!

5.0
3.0
MGT495
Dec 21, 2001

This is not a popularity contest. She is a great professor

5.0
4.0
MGT495
Jan 7, 2002

if you are lazy you will hate her. work hard and EARN your grade. great prof.

5.0
3.0
MGT495
Jan 18, 2002

Just thankful I didn't get Ishaak

2.0
4.0
MGT495
Feb 18, 2002

Might be teaching business, but no clue about it in the "real" world.

1.0
5.0
MGT
Mar 5, 2002

Does NOT belong in education.

1.0
4.0
MGT495
Apr 4, 2002

No Comments

1.0
5.0
MGT495
Apr 24, 2002

A poor educator, perhaps the worst!

2.0
2.0
MGT545
Sep 9, 2002

Moody! Not helpful

1.0
4.0
MGT
Sep 10, 2002

No! No! No!

1.0
3.0
MGT
Sep 26, 2002

SHOULD NOT BE TEACHING!!

1.0
3.0
MGT
Sep 29, 2002

Acts rude to individuals, but fakey nice to groups. A BAD woman and teacher!

2.0
3.0
BUS671
Oct 30, 2002

Rude/academic not practical. Not a very nice person. BAD teacher.

1.0
3.0
MGT
Nov 19, 2002

Uggggh! RUN!, do not walk away!!

2.0
4.0
MGT495
Dec 6, 2002

Visited in office - NOT helpful, a lot of work, RUDE, avoid her at all costs

4.0
2.0
BUS671
Mar 12, 2003

Take this prof over Ishak. Okay workload, but that is expected from a graduate course.

1.0
3.0
MGT
Mar 26, 2003

No Comments

1.0
2.0
MGT
Apr 28, 2003

No Comments

1.0
3.0
MGT466
May 7, 2003

No Comments

4.0
2.0
BUS671
Jun 13, 2003

Lots of reading, but graded papers generously. Take in the summer for reduced workload.

5.0
3.0
BUS671
Jun 16, 2003

Participate a lot; use the readings in your papers and in discussions; it doesnt take much research to impress her, but it takes none to kill your grade; take it in the summer

4.0
1.0
BUS671
Aug 28, 2003

don't be lazy...

5.0
1.0
BUS671
Aug 28, 2003

knows subject

4.0
2.0
BUS671
Dec 2, 2003

There is definately a lot of reading! Be prepared to write at least 6 papers.

3.0
3.0
MGT466
Dec 8, 2003

Class is pointless after midterm b/c no final exam. Case studies are ridiculous. Group project is too long & complex for the amount of time she gives you to present.

3.0
3.0
MGT466
Dec 8, 2003

For an int'l course, prof has severe negative stereotypes about other cultures. Also seems to have unfair biases towards certain students. Isn't real friendly to talk to for help either. Makes you feel you are wasting her "valuable" time.

2.0
2.0
MGT466
Jan 6, 2004

Group project bites! Expected to know everything about exporting- she tells you nothing but asks hard questions @ presentation. You are expected to follow her ways- just accept what she says as "fact" until class is over.

5.0
3.0
MGT466
Apr 10, 2004

Sure, the class is challenging - but if you are looking for the "easy" way out, you will never make it in business in this day and age. She knows her subject and is always willing to help.

2.0
3.0
MGT45
Jun 21, 2004

i took this class with her last year, I thought I was the only one feeling the "bias" against other culture..but it is certainly true. She seems to have traveled places, but her thinking fits into 2x2 box.She is not fair.don't take her.whatever.

2.0
4.0
MGT495
Dec 16, 2004

Not helpful when you ask for guidance. Exams were extremely difficult to complete in time given.

5.0
2.0
MGT495CAP
Jan 9, 2005

Really fair, and very helpful. Hard grader on certain parts of your papers, but usually only one or two parts. Lets a lot get by. Test are very long, but not too difficult, the final was tought though, make sure to have real world examples ready for every exam question!

4.0
3.0
BUS671
Apr 28, 2005

Good Teacher! Tough grader on papers and gets upset if the class isn't participating. Make sure to do the readings- there is a lot of it. Also, she makes everyone participate and will call on you- be ready!

2.0
3.0
MGT495
Sep 28, 2005

She is very biased against cultures other than hers, which is ironical for a professor emphasizing international business???????????

2.0
3.0
MGT495
Nov 13, 2005

This tiny woman has the ability to intimidate anyone! She is very arrogant and will totally bash you if you say something she doesn't agree with. She thinks that she has all the answers. Her tests are all essay..so study! Lots of readings...but overall easy class. Just boring. And yes, be prepared to be called on. She prints out name cards.

3.0
4.0
MGT466
Nov 30, 2005

This class is crazy. She is a tough grader and is extremely bais. Only her answer will due. This little woman is scary when she glares at you with those judging eyeys. Know Hofstede like the back of your hand by the end or else! Particpate or she will get angry at the class. Avoid her if possible, she is not helpful or nice.

4.0
3.0
MGT466
Dec 15, 2005

She is extremely knowledgeable and prepares you for the real business world. She is a fair grader and has high expectations. The final is a group project, get a good group. Go to class and participate, she keeps the class on their toes. Excellent prof, take her if you're serious about your education!

5.0
3.0
BUS671
May 9, 2006

Lots of reading, lots of work, and not an easy grader. That said, she is still a very good Prof. and worth taking. It sounds like the class format and requirements have changed based on conversations with other students. She mixed our class up with guest speakers, and other activities, which kept the class from getting boring.

4.0
2.0
MGT495
Aug 23, 2006

This was a very interesting class and she really tied in all aspects of business for the capstone. This is my second time having her and she is a great prof! The cases were pretty intense and her essay exams can be hard but just take plenty of notes and read the book. You also need to partcipate in class because she'll call on you.

2.0
3.0
BUS671
Dec 5, 2006

Takes attendance, but misses class herself. TONS of extra reading. Calls on everyone in class. Assignments are ambiguous and she grades hard- if you don't absolutely knock her socks off you're getting a B. Don't get on her bad side- she's very defensive of her opinions and does not like to be disagreed with.

2.0
3.0
BUS671
Dec 19, 2006

Completely disorganized, schedules speakers that have nothing to do with class in order to mask the fact that she has no lesson plan. A ton of reading, relentless expectations of students. And if you don't know the answer when she calls on you in class, she ridicules you in front of everyone. Useless class, useless prof. Avoid if possible.

1.0
5.0
BUS671
Jan 1, 2007

Dont take this professor.

2.0
3.0
MGT466
May 7, 2007

She is very knowledgable of international business and has a lot of experience. She expects you to be prepared and is a hard grader, but helpful if you need it. Only had one test, finals was a group presentation.

4.0
5.0
MGT495
Jun 18, 2008

Prof. Sanchez is a great teacher. She pushes students to think for themselves and defend their opinions. She is very bright and down to earth lady, would take her again. It was the most interesting class I have taken at GVSU!

3.0
4.0
MGT495
Apr 10, 2009

Lecture was mostly on PP that she keeps to herself and then tests on the book and on the PP she doesn't provide you access to. Her Quizes are straight out of the book. She rips through your case studies. Not too many office hours. Some times rude when you ask her questions. Very knowledgable though.

5.0
5.0
MGT495
May 12, 2009

Professor Sanchez challenges her students to think for themselves. All professors at Grand Valley should have the same teaching philosophy that she does. The class can seem a little intimidating at first, however you will walk away with a lot of useful knowledge. She is one of the smartest and best professors at Grand Valley.

4.0
4.0
MGT495
Jun 22, 2010

Difficult and not very fair at grading but I did learn alot. Can be a bit harsh but also helpful. A good class overall, just must be willing to put in an excessive amount of work outside class.

3.0
4.0
MGT495
Nov 23, 2010

She tells you what you were supposed to write for an assignment after the assignment is already due. She calls on you out of nowhere but if you don't say what she wants, she will stare at you and treat you like an idiot. She also makes you feel dumb when you e-mail her and ask her questions. DO NOT take her.

4.0
3.0
MGT495
Dec 10, 2010

Very knowledgeable on strategy, learned a lot in the class. She is a very tough grader though and projects require more than an extensive amount of time. Overall, worth all of the effort. Would recommend to hard working students.

3.0
5.0
MGT495
Dec 10, 2010

The class is very paper intensive, but overall if you follow her examples online you will do fine. Class discussions are interesting and can help, but don't say anything unless you have the data to back up your claim. Overall, she gets better as the semester goes on.

2.0
5.0
MGT495
Oct 11, 2011

Classes are like meetings; she is your boss. Grading is tough on papers, be happy if you get an 86%.

2.0
5.0
FIN495
Dec 6, 2012

Worst teacher I've had at the university. She does nothing but play mind games with students, unwilling to help and is very abrasive. She will make you feel stupid when asking a question, but get upset when you stop asking them. The first teacher I ever felt like writing to the dean about. Stay away! 1 positive guest speakers are good.

4.0
4.0
MGT495
Nov 25, 2014

Definitely the hardest class I've taken at Grand Valley but also the most beneficial. Her knowledge and resources will definitely help you in the real-world. She is very specific and clear in her expectations. She's also very helpful, but you need to have a specific question in order for her to answer. Don't skip class and definitely come prepared!

3.0
5.0
BUS671
Jun 11, 2015

Professor is extremely condescending to students and fairly rude in general. Cant say I learned very much in this class which is very disappointing considering the amount of reading assigned. AVOID THIS PROFESSOR IF POSSIBLE!

1.0
5.0
MGT495
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2015

She is one of the worst, aggressive teachers I have had at GVSU. I would do anything to never see her again.

4.0
4.0
MGT495
Grade: B
Feb 17, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Sanchez is tough but she is one of my favorite professors. She will give you great feedback if you ask for it, but she can come off as mean but she's really not. She actually helped with getting a job after graduation. She's extremely respected in the community so get to know her and she will help you out. Work hard and you will do well!

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
1.0
5.0
MGT495
Grade: B
Feb 28, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I've never taken a more difficult class. She expects way too much, and she can be fairly mean, so don't mess up.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
5.0
4.0
MGT495
Mar 20, 2017
Would take again

If you like to do research and to solve puzzles, or would like to learn how to do that better, this class is for you. It is mostly based on business memos and presentations. No exams. Yes, she is a bit intimidating and demanding, and will challenge you over and over again, but you'll learn so much. One of GVSU's best professors in my opinion.

Tough Grader
SO MANY PAPERS
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
5.0
MGT495
Apr 16, 2017
Wouldn't take again

I thought the capstone would be a nice way to wrap up college. I was very wrong, she gives you some form of homework after each class. Grades very tough and then tells everyone they won't be prepared for work after college. She needs a major attitude adjustment and will call on you when you doze off to her boring lectures. Throw your semester away

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
5.0
MGT495
Grade: B+
Apr 18, 2017
Would take again

Definitely best professor I ever have. You will learn a lot from her class. Come to class and be prepared.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Participation matters
3.0
4.0
MGT495
Apr 27, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Good prof, but hard. Her grading criteria are often confusing. Take her if you must but definitely not at the top of my list!

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
5.0
MGT495
Oct 23, 2017
Wouldn't take again

one of the worst profs ive had at GVSU. PLEASE DO NOT MAKE MY MISTAKE AND TAKE HER. FOR ANY CLASS. she is an insanely hard grader and bombs you even when you do exactly what she wants. shes rude and insulting in her grading notes. rude in class and just a really unpleasant person to be around. youre never right. youre never correct. shes the worst.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
2.0
4.0
MGT495
Grade: B
Feb 2, 2018
Wouldn't take again

There are several memos which she grades based on her opinion, if you're not on her side, you're wrong. Also assigns readings from two different books, you better read them too because she likes to cold call in class. No tests though which is good. I'd recommend a different professor for this class.

Get ready to read
SO MANY PAPERS
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
4.0
MGT495
Grade: B
Apr 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Unfortunately she is one of the only options for MGT 495. Just be warned that this class (Carol in particular) will suck out your soul. If you attend class and keep up with her insane amount of work, and don't mind getting roasted by your professor every class session, you'll be fine. If you have any health or learning issues though.. get support.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Participation matters
1.0
5.0
MGT495
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 16, 2018
Wouldn't take again

She is the WORST prof I have had while at GV. She doesn't care about her students AT ALL and is not helpful when you don't understand something. She quizzes you on information from the book before any of the topics are even discussed in class so she really doesn't teach you anything. Memos are all based off of her opinion, which is unfair. AVOID!

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
4.0
4.0
MGT495
Grade: A
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

Class is tough because you have to write some really comprehensive memos. But no final exam in test form. The final is a group project presentation and it's not terrible. Prof. can come off as abrasive but she is actually very helpful when you ask for it. If you hate tests, take this class - but know there is a LOT of writing. Quizzes open-book.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
SO MANY PAPERS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
MGT495
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

She makes you earn your grade. If you try and ask questions you can succeed. 5 memos, not including a practice one. Group presentation for the final. 5 quizzes, all on quizlet lol. Show up every class and you'll be fine

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
3.0
4.0
MGT495
Feb 27, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Sanchez is a hard grader but a decent person. Ask as many questions as you can and visit her and office hours and you'll be fine.

5.0
4.0
MGT495
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 10, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Sanchez is one of the best professors I have ever had. That being said, her class is not at all easy. You are expected to do high quality work, and if you don't she gives specific feedback. Have learned more in 495 than any other management course at GV. I repeat, not an easy A class. If you truly want to learn, you will not be disappointed.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
MGT495
Grade: B+
Mar 25, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Very strict attendance policy- even if you're excused 15% will be taken off any assignment due the night before (even online). Outdated lessons, most cases are from 90s or early 2000s and the focus of the class is on memos (up to ten pages). There are several 5 point assignments that take 2 hours to complete. Grading is subjective.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
So many papers
1.0
3.0
MGT495CAP
Apr 30, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Extremely specific criteria for assignments that she changes constantly, often exactly the opposite. Leaves many students confused at their grade dropping after we did exactly what she said to do. Likes to ask questions in class and then berate students for guessing, has such a specific answer in her head at all times that nobody knows.

Skip class? You won't pass.
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
3.0
MGT495
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 14, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Im by no means struggling grade wise in the class, but I've never had a teacher who makes attending class this dreadful. She expects everyone of her students to remember literally everything she says, and if you forget anything you will be shamed in front the class. Have two long group assignments, a quiz, and multiple articles to read each week.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MGT495
Oct 26, 2020
Wouldn't take again

In the first two weeks, she seems nice and then she gets real mean. She comes off extremely rude when grading papers and memos. She wants them a certain way but gives very very broad instructions. If you liked getting yelled at, going over your wrongs for the first hour of class, and not learning anything, then this is the class for you!

Lots of homework
So many papers
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
MGT495
Grade: A-
Dec 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Worst professor I have had at GVSU. She belittles students for asking questions and tells you to figure it out for yourself. When submitting papers get ready to be reamed on as she shreds your work every submission even if it is an B+ or A- paper, after reading her comments you will feel as if you completely failed. Guidelines are always unclear.

Lots of homework
Group projects
So many papers
1.0
3.0
MGT495CAP
Grade: B
Dec 11, 2020
Wouldn't take again

She is so obsessed with being right that it detracts from her ability to teach. The whole year you will work on a project for a company in GR. Even if the company thinks your group did an exceptional job, you will still get marked down heavily for things she doesn't agree with. I would not take her class if you have any other option.

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
MGT495
Dec 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Useless class you have to take, fake research project you have to do, and she will always give complaint that you didn't do things rights.. There is 6 quizs, and she said we will grade only for the 5 quiz that we got the highest point, but she will give you 0/20 for the one of the quiz and said she deducted one. Wrong, and you can do anything

Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

81%

Textbook Required

13%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

89% confidence
Based on 13 grades
Most common grades:
B (5)
A (3)
Not sure yet (3)
Grade Distribution
A(5)B(5)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 17 reported grades
B: 5
A: 3
Not sure yet: 3
A+: 2
Common Tags
Tough Grader (9)
Get ready to read (6)
Skip class? You won't pass. (5)
Tough grader (5)
Gives good feedback (4)
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (4)
SO MANY PAPERS (4)
Participation matters (4)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.04 avg change
Feb
Mar
Apr
Apr
Oct
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

BUS671

3.6

(16)

MGT495

3.1

(49)

MGT671

3.0

(2)

MGT466

2.6

(10)

MGT495CAP

2.3

(3)
+5 more courses
Difficulty by Course

FIN495

5.0

BUS

4.0

MGT495

4.0

MGT

3.7

MGT671

3.5

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