2.7

Charles Strain

Business - University of Houston Downtown

2.7
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
65%
Would Retake
144
Reviews
2.7
Quality
3.9
Difficulty
2.6
Helpful
2.7
Clarity

65%

Would Retake

144

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Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Believe me he is that bad

BA4302 - 1.0 rating

Don't take him if you're looking for easy

BA4302 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

29%

Textbook Required

69%

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A (5)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 29 reported grades
B+: 6
A+: 6
A: 5
Not sure yet: 4
Common Tags
Clear grading criteria (5)
Group projects (4)
Lots of homework (4)
Test heavy (4)
Get ready to read (3)
Skip class? You won't pass. (3)
GROUP PROJECTS (3)
Tough Grader (3)
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Reviews (144)
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BUS
Feb 27, 2003

I agree. Needs to get the marbles out of his mouth and let students know his expectations. Very vague and subjective.

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BUSINESS
Mar 2, 2003

pleassseeeee......don't take class with him. :(

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MKT
Mar 19, 2003

Horrible, Horrible, Horrible. He does not teach whats on his tests. His tests are impossible and ridiculous. His lectures are not clear, and he does not give good explanation of a question asked in class.

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BUS
Mar 25, 2003

What a jerk! Avoid at all costs!

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BA
Apr 2, 2003

This guy SUCKS, he doesn't explain anything and then gives you an F when you don't do it his way. And everything you ever learned about writing a good paper, if you take him forget about it. How this guys still teaches for a college baffles me.

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BA2301
Apr 8, 2003

If you don't write the paper his way, you'll be getting F's. I've always done very well in English, but he wants papers to be at a 5th grade level.

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BA2301
Apr 11, 2003

WARNING: Should not be teaching!!!! His military background makes him very, very, disrespectful. To him, his way is the only way...even if it's wrong. Do not take him for anything....bottom of the barrel choice!!!!!

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BA3301
Apr 13, 2003

Very Vague. Inconsistent grading makes it impossible to make an A, so don't expect one.

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BA2301
Apr 17, 2003

He needs to be a football coach, instead of teaching at UHD. Very unflexible and not too friendly. Avoid him.

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BUSCORNER
May 14, 2003

No Comments

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5.0
BA2301
May 22, 2003

Very hard, and ignorant. If you are a female then he will pass you, this is true. He thinks he's all that, but actually he is more pathetic than Stading.

3.0
5.0
POLICY
Aug 4, 2003

No Comments

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5.0
POLICY
Aug 5, 2003

This guy really stinks! He doesn't help you, and expects you to know everything at a graduate level even before you complete you undergrad degree. I beg you, If you love life then don't take the teacher from hell. He is the worst ever!

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BA2301
Aug 6, 2003

Guys....I have no idea why this guy and D.Mitchell are still teaching at UHD, Strain will destroy your GPA and your confidence in writing a paper, trust me..U are better off delaying your degree than take a class with him :(

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CORNERSTON
Aug 27, 2003

No Comments

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BA2301
Oct 15, 2003

VERY Scary, VERY Mean. Easy on papers. Easy test.

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BA2301
Nov 6, 2003

I have to say that he is a very good and even cool teacher. He may give alot of work but just do what he says. Not just me but the whole class thought he was a funny guy!(Maybe we just caught him at a good time)I would take him again.

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POLICY
Nov 8, 2003

a short story---- there were 4 students with a GPA of 4.0, 4.0, 3.8 and 3.6. Well they lost there mind and decided to take policy with Strain----guess what, 2 got C, 1 got D and the fourth one, well lets just say is still in school :(u know the moral! )

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BA2301
Nov 11, 2003

His part in cornerstone stressed out group out. We spent countless nights and every weekend on his papers and presentation. However, after the class was over, everyone in the class had respect for him and we were proud of what we have accomplished.

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POLICY
Dec 3, 2003

I was so scared to take Strain. Now that the class is almost over, he is a great guy. I have learned so much and he does have a heart. Don't be afraid. Lots of work! Just listen to what he says. Great guy!!! :)))

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POLICY
Dec 11, 2003

Register EARLY and try to AVOID his class! He makes the material harder than what it is intended to be.

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POLICY
Mar 20, 2004

He mumbles, he writes horribly, lacks organization and he is not funny at all unless you have no sense of humor. His case quizes and tests are not easy. By all means take another professor.

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CORNERSTON
Grade: B
Apr 6, 2004

I think he is okay as a person, but I still wouldnt recommend him. His expectation are sooo unrealistic. He actually stressed the whole class out. When his part of the module was over, everyone was relieved. He's personable, but I definitely wld avoid

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BUS
Apr 12, 2004

unless you share xenophobic views, do not take his class. he totally humiliated an international student when he mispronounced "women" and said "woman"...you decide

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2302
Apr 22, 2004

He is a kool teacher. He is little demanding, but that is about it, and he never humiliate international students at all. You will learn from him.

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BA2301
Apr 30, 2004

very hard professor. but you will do okay. no worry

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BA2301
May 7, 2004

He is very picky! HE adds stress to an already hectic class. Our group did get a B, but we worked for it. If you can, take someone else. He is ex-military and it shows!

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BA2301
Jun 14, 2004

This professor is sooooo stressing. He makes assignments harder than they should be and he just loves to ridicule people in the class. Reason why, I never said anything in class, fearing he would riducule me too. AVOID HIS CLASSES-loss of time & money.

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BA4302
Jun 24, 2004

Very hard, but good teacher. If you work for him he will work for you. I had to bust a** for an A, but it was worth it.

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CORNERSTON
Jul 2, 2004

Yeah, he is hard. His module is like going through The Crucible during Marine boot camp. He is like Simon Cowell in that he seems so rude, but deep down you feel he cares. It doesn't hurt to have some Masochistic tendencies before taking him, though.

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BA4302
Aug 9, 2004

The class is very hard, but you have ample opportunity to improve your grade. Begin working on the cases as soon as they are assigned, you will need the time. Work hard and you will do well.

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MKT
Aug 12, 2004

He is one of the worst professors at UH-D. I find it hard to believe that he has been allowed to teach for as long as he has because he doesn't appear to know anything. He does appear to know one subject though; women. He is a ****!

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MGT
Aug 23, 2004

he has a bad reputation and is stern. However, he is precise about what he wants and is a cool enough guy. Take him at face value and he's awesome. Does not accept excuses, nor should he.

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CORNESTONE
Sep 3, 2004

Yes, he is strict and hard, but remember you are in college and you should expect that.He is very good,he makes you learn and you will, even more than those easy classes everyone strike for. Like he says, "your money will be worth every penny" w

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MRKT
Oct 17, 2004

note to professor Strain: your marketing schedules suck a**! Some of us have jobs and or children, and need certain classes back-to-back for our schedules. You offer very little choices of upper level mkt courses with very crappy times!

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CORNERSTON
Oct 28, 2004

He is easy if you follow directions to the letter. Can be very stressful at times. My group pulled an "A" but we worked hard for it! Keep up with your journals especially and you will get through it!

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CORNERSTONE
Nov 13, 2004

SCARY BIG GUY BUT A GOOD PROFESSOR.HE TELLS U WHAT HE WANTS AND DO EXACTLY THAT OR U WILL NOT PASS.A BIT DEMANDING BUT WE ARE IN COLLEGE GOT B IN CLASS. WOULD RECOMMEND

1.0
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MKT
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Dec 1, 2004

DO NOT TAKE THIS MAN FOR ANY CLASS EVER!!! I have never taken a class that stressed me out so much because the teacher just doesn't care about you. Strain is very unclear about his ideas and most of the time doesn't even know what he is talking about. DO NOT TAKE STRAIN, HE GIVES NO A'S ONLY C'S.

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BA3300
Dec 5, 2004

Overall, he is a nice guy, and he can't seem to mind up his mind at times. His class is A LOT of work, but his presentation is not as bad as it sounded. He would only give you a grade you earned, and would not give curve/ bonus pts.

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CORNANDMKT
Jan 11, 2005

He is hard...but he knows his stuff and he is EXTREMELY demanding...if you wanna learn...this IS the man...when it is all over you will see that you really learned his stuff...you do need to have time in your hands though..I worked very hard and got A in both of his classes..I recommend!

1.0
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BUSINESSCORNER
Feb 2, 2005

IF YOU WANT TO BE CONFUSED AND POSSIBLY FAIL TAKE THIS PROFESSOR. IF YOU WANT A PROFESSOR WHO WILL EXPLAIN WHAT HE WANTS AND YOU WANT TO PASS TAKE SOMEONE ELSE. SO MANY PEOPLE HAVE DROPPED HIS CLASS. HE IS A HORRIBLE TEACHER AND HE SHOULD BE FIRED. I HEARD HE IS ON PROBATION. HE SUCKS! DON'T TAKE HI

1.0
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BUSINESSCORNER
Mar 2, 2005

This professor should not be teaching! Firstly, he thinks he is still in the Army, and we students are too. He needs to learn how to speak to people. His material is not clear.

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PERSELLING
May 5, 2005

He made us spend our days getting companies to open new accounts with Volvo Rents. This equipment rental company is OWNED BY HIS BUDDY! We had to make sales calls at our own expense. Plan on taking lots of time to work for free during the day even though it was a night class.

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MKT3301
May 7, 2005

If you want a Micki Mouse class to fill your schedule take someone else! If you want to learn your stuff about marketing principles, take Strain. Highly knowledgeable about this subject and is very charismatic as well. Lot of assignments to reinforce material and always available to help students.

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BA3300
May 9, 2005

Dr. Strain sucks, he should be fired. He does not explain anything. He chooses the teams then uses dice to decide who will present. His teaching method is terrible. If you can avoind him please do so. HE SHOULD BE FIRED ASAP!!!!!

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MKT3301
May 13, 2005

He is demanding. He knows his material well & has high expectations of his students. He’s abrasive & stern. The class work is excessive in the allotted time. Workload can be stressful. The exams are tough, but doable if you study consistently. No curves. You will earn the grade you receive.

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BA3300
May 21, 2005

Cornerstone is a PAIN with Strain. Strain's resentment at having to teach this class is evident from the 29 PAGE syllabus. His 2(unnamed) teaching partners may be even worse. Like having 3 courses in 1 semester, with MASSIVE amounts of (mostly group) homework. Weird grading system. Tricky online final (25%). This is the one to AVOID.

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BUS3203
Jun 15, 2005

Business cornerstone was insane with this guy!!! 90% group work, 90% of the work outside of class. This will prepare you for upper class courses, but will kill your social life.

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BA3301
Jul 6, 2005

He made the class super challenging!! crazy work too, he just crams as many work he can give throughout the whole semester. Hes really anal too, especially in his grading, everything has to be exactly like he wanted. Hes a great teacher though, very clear, real friendly and always ready to help.

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STRATEGY
Aug 4, 2005

Good instructor. Very thorough. Lots and lots of work. Say goodbye to your social life. You will pass if you stick with it.

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MKT3301
Aug 8, 2005

I took this class in the summer. Was a lot of work, but if you put in the time, you will reap the fruits. I earned an A in the class. Be careful how you deal with him, he does not appreciate being challenged. Come to class on the review days!

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BA4302
Aug 9, 2005

Very hard professor... big term paper... exams are tough... he is preety laid back as far as talking to him but he is verryyy veryyyyy harddd.. you get what u earn even if it is a 59.4 thats an F for him... too much work... spend hours on the term paper...

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BA3301
Aug 31, 2005

He was a good teacher, hard on students but yet he knows how to do his job. If you are willing to do a lot of work and keep up with the class then take him. But if you are just going to be playing around, DONT.

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POLCORNERSTONE
Sep 2, 2005

Challenging! Forces students to learn the material or else. INVALUABLE to intrinsically motivated & those who value their education. HORRIBLE to those who are care about GPA or just want to get by.

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CORNERSTONE
Sep 2, 2005

Dr. Strain is HOT!! :o)

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STRATEGY
Sep 18, 2005

No Comments

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BA3300
Oct 17, 2005

Very bad teacher. He thinks that he is the best but the reality is he sucks. He still thinks he is in the millitary and applys those rules in class. When ever you wana sign up for BA 3300 class his name might now appear as a teacher giving the class since it is three teacher orianted class.Those who got him GOOD LUCK them or if possible drop his cl

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BUS3300
Nov 28, 2005

This is definatley one of those "If you can't take the heat, stay out of the kitchen" classes! Business Cornerstone with Dr. Strain is a work intensive class! If you aren't competitive or have a poor work ethic, don't bother. If you're willing to work hard and sacrifice your social life for a few weeks, expect a great grade! Good luck!

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BA4304
Dec 15, 2005

I got major points taken off my group's final project because my dates were in number format instead of writing out the months in words. This is the type of stuff he takes point off for so watch out because they add up

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PRINCMARKETING
Jan 25, 2006

He is a challenging teacher & is not fair when comes to grades. The material on the test are applied concepts and NOT from notes or the book. The questions are so advanced...I took this as an elective BIG mistake...lowered my GPA(got a C) and I worked my tail off.

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POLICY
Feb 3, 2006

He is hard and he will make you work. read the ch for the quizzes and know your stuff for the midterm and final...they are hard questions. In the end you will do fine of you work hard. Not a class to take in the summer or with a full load.

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BA3300
Mar 28, 2006

This is a demanding course, and it is all group work, no exams. He is strict and has a specific presentation/paper format you must follow to get a good grade. Must have time to devote to this course. Topics included: team building, critical thinking and ethics, and international business. Great teacher!

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BA3300
May 10, 2006

Very demanding team work, strict on paper/ presentations but very clear on what is expected. MUST have alot of time to devote to this class. All team work in Dr.Strain's class. Try others offering same or be willing to sacrafice all your time & energy on this class. Your other classes will suffer, but you have to take BA3300 before any others.

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BA3301
Jul 21, 2006

not good at all

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MGT4301
Aug 24, 2006

A tenured **** who should not be allowed to teach. He has an overstated ego and nobody cares about his boat. His goal is to make students fail and to prevent students from graduating. Stay away!! I know I will.

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BA3300
Aug 28, 2006

Dr. Strain is TOUGH , very precise and clear but alot of work is given and will affect you social life and other courses. I would not reccomend. Run for cover!

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BA3300
Aug 29, 2006

You could tell he was in the military. You need a never ending coffee pot in his class. He will put you to sleep.Would NOT reccommend

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BUS3300
Oct 23, 2006

Stay away from this professor!

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MKT3302
Nov 5, 2006

He requires ENTIRELY TOO MUCH WORK and assignments even if this was the only course you were taking in a semester. His Personal Selling course involves actually selling on you free time and writing extensive analysis of your performance- very tedious and exhausting. He is a nice person outside of class though.

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BA3300
Dec 14, 2006

I took this guy for Business Cornerstone a few years back and he was nothing but an animal. The guy thinks he is in the military. If i recall, the class started off at with 28 students and by the end of the semester there were only 12 students left. I warned a friend not to take him but he did not listen and he ended up with a D in the class. RUN!!

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BA4302
Jan 9, 2007

No Comments

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MGT3301
Jan 10, 2007

This guy gives you so many chances. All of the quizes and tests are online. You can even take them up to three times. He changed the final project in the middle of the semester, (which was so much easier) and he still let us coorect things for a better grade.

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BA3300
Jan 12, 2007

It seems like his class is hard, but he makes up for it with curves. You have to be willing to do actual work, which is why most students don't like his class.

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MKT3302
Jan 18, 2007

Strain is difficult, no doubt about it. I do think his class takes up WAY too much time. BUT, you will learn whatever it is he is teaching. I have taken him twice and may again. The first class was cornerstone and I can tell when I see presentations who did or didn't take Dr. Strain. His class will be tough! But he does help you - just ask.

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MKTMKT
May 8, 2007

None of his previous ratings seem true. He was the best marketing prof ever. I took him for marketing 3302, and learned tons and made a B, with a fair effort. Outgoing and makes Highly recommend him.

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BA3301
May 29, 2007

He was clear about what he exactly wanted, but the work he made us do was completely redundant. I have never had a professor like him, he still thinks hes in the military. He wants to run his classes the same way. TERRIBLE A** teacher and very unrealistic!!

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BA4302
May 30, 2007

Expected the worse from reading the comments on ratings...and the work at the beginning of the semester was alot of work but it slows down and he gives opportunities, at least that was my experience

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MKT3301
Jul 2, 2007

Dr. Strain is a good professor. Follow his project instructions and you will do fine. He creates the test questions and they are directly from his lecture and book.

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MKT3301
Nov 29, 2007

Awesome professor. SO funny. Tests are easy, all online, gives 5 tries for each test. I learned a lot from him, had fun, and got an A. 5 presentations, but you get to pick your own group. Try to get him!

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BA3300
Apr 1, 2008

BUS Cornerstone was great! I still keep in touch with all my classmates. He tells you what he wants and it's you & your team's responsiblitiy make that possible. He really prepares you for the business world. If you think he's a hard ass then your ass is lazy and might get you fired off your team. He assigns the teams for you so don't worry!

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ADM4302
Apr 10, 2008

he is alright

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BA4302
Apr 24, 2008

This is a very hard class. He will tell you this from the get go. I almost dropped because I did not know if I could do this. I hung in. He is an excellent teacher and will challenge your knowledge and capabilities. Do not take this class lightly, listen to his constructive critisim, read, study and you will do well. HIGH RECOM

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BA3300
Apr 24, 2008

Dr. Strain will probably scare you away the first day of class. DON'T BE FOOLED! The class starts off hard and ends off easy. This is mainly a GROUP presentation participation class. If you really do not have the time to meet at least once a week for 2 hours do not take him!Final is straight from the book. Class work = 5 papers and 5 presentations.

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MKT3301
May 9, 2008

He is an excellent professor, helpful, funny, and respectful. I learned a lot and got an A. He doesn't require you to go to class yet, I did. MKT is important in the real world. If you do your work and cooperate w/your team you should do good.

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BA4302
Jul 28, 2008

He will give you a mountain of project that will take roughly 120 hours per student in a team to complete. He will change standards based upon student he favors. He does not care whether or not you pass. In reality only half the class will pass. Do not take him. He needs to be removed from this school and should never be allowed to teach.

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BA4302
Aug 14, 2008

Business strategy Summer 2. 8 online quizzes=40%, final 30% and presentation was 30%. Hardest part of the class was the team project/corporate portfolio presentation and he chose who presented what. He will know if you are clueless and verbally attack you, learn to BS fast or know your stuff!!! Gives conflicting info so go by the book not him.

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MKT3302
Dec 8, 2008

Not impressed at all. This class was a joke. When you spend an hour each class period explaining what you want.. you didn't do a very good job explaining it the first time. You will be required to SELL Volvo Rents. A company owned by his friend. Learn a selling method HE CREATED. Students complain each semester and will again this semester.Terrible

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BA3300
Sep 4, 2009

This class is great if you want to learn to work in a group. The class starts off demanding time, but then ends the other way around. I still am in contact with people from my group. I recommend this professor if you want to buckle down and get your work done. I felt the class was very rewarding!

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MKT3302
Apr 23, 2010

*DO NOT TAKE* Took online class. He is very particular about everything from the format to the way you save the file. Especially grammer. I received a D on an A assignment because I had one space in between my sentences and not two. Way too much work, by 2nd week in class we had already had 8 discussion post. *AVOID* if you value your GPA and time.

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MKT3302
May 18, 2010

tests come straight from the textbook (and the real selling videos) and therefore are pretty easy. you get two attempts. the worst part is the group project, and i agree with the person below who says he's very tough on grammar. one space too many can cause your paper to go from an A to a D. i would never take him for anything again.

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MKT3302
Jun 6, 2011

Do not take this class! The group project is not easy and his grading is horrible. I got a bad grade from the group not from my other assignments. His scheduling to turn in assignments is horrible. You are constantly working in this class.

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ONLIN3302
Aug 28, 2011

I Behoove you not to take this course. I behoove you he has a stick up w/his butt changing deadlines to earlier dates. I behoove you I took him online and had to do a team project hard to organize through internet. I behoove you this guy uses the word "behoove" 1000 times in his syllabus like a weirdo.

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MKT3302
Sep 12, 2011

I HAVE NEVER DESPISED A PROFESSOR MORE IN MY LIFE AS I DO THIS MAN! HE IS SO DISRESPECTFUL! I WISH I WOULD HAVE READ THIS BEFORE TAKING HIM! I AM STUCK WITH THIS CLASS FOR THE REST OF THE SEMESTER - AVOID HIM!

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MKT3302
Jun 4, 2012

This class was pretty easy. As long as you did your work you could breeze through the class. The tests and projects were both pretty easy. He also allows you to take all the exams online with multiple attempts

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MKT3301
Aug 7, 2012

I took this class online during summer school. Grades consist of discussion questions (one per chapter), reading quiz (one per chapter), three exams and a final. Everything comes straight from the book so it is very easy. Also, you get 5 attempts for each quiz and 3 for each exam (highest grade counts). i highly recommend taking this professor!!

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MKT3301
Aug 10, 2012

I took the online class, and he was so confusing. He's very unorganized!! His assignments and instructions have to be read a few times before understanding. He grades hard on the 18 discussions you have to complete, & will deduct if you grade yourself too high. It was stressful taking this class, & I am so glad it's over with. I don't recommend him

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MKT3302
Dec 12, 2012

This was my favorite class this semester. The professor gives you all the materials needed to succeed. No busy work, and multiple attempts on each quiz and exam. Material given was easy to understand and interesting. Highly recommend Dr. Strain!

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MKT3302
Dec 15, 2012

VERY UNORGANIZED!!! USES OUTDATED VIDEOS, THEORIES AND MATERIAL... IF YOU PLAN ON BEING IN SALES, THIS IS SO OLDSCHOOL....

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MKT3302
Dec 20, 2012

GREAT PROFESSOR!!EASY A!!This is the 2nd marketing class I've taken with him & both classes were VERY easy!All work is given at the beginning and due at the end of semester & each week there was only one quiz due.The same questions from the quizzes were used on the tests, all of which were short and not hard at all.Choose him,you won't regret it!

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MKT3301
Jan 12, 2013

His class is not too bad. Quizzes & test are online gives you multipe attempts.I suggest going to class, not everything is in the book. The class project is dreadful.Take good notes, you should be ok.

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MKT3301
May 30, 2013

All quizzes/exams allow for multiple attempts, so you have to be really bad to fail those. 1 group project, but be sure you have your syllabus handy because he will change the rules midway through. Stay at home and teach yourself b/c he will bore you to tears. Class was 2:45 hours and he only taught 20 mins and talked about his life the rest of cls

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MKT3301
Jun 9, 2013

Professor Strain is pretty cut and dry. No, he does not take attendance and sometimes you will get confused with what he is saying BUT he replys to emails promptly, he is very well organized and if you are unsure about something, be sure to ask. He does teach the entire time. He gives reasonable times for due dates. Don't Procrastinate

4.0
2.0
MKT3301
Jun 27, 2013

gets off topic, but he is funny, flexible with grades, and wants you to do well, helpful when you have your questions, there are quizes after each ch, and 3 exams plus final, lot of work, this is marketing!

3.0
3.0
MKT3301
Nov 25, 2013

Professor Strain likes to get off subject during his lectures and will do so very often. Quizzes are online in which you receive multiple attempts, highest grade counts. Tests are 25 questions online and multiple attempts are allowed. Will require a group project which is not difficult as long as you follow his directions.

1.0
5.0
BA4302
Dec 18, 2013

If you like to be in class to listen to his ridiculous personal stories the majority of the time, learn so little, watch his old lecture videos from years ago when he used to ‘teach’, deal with his negative mean spirit, harsh feedback, and on the other hand overlook his typos and misspelling (he will take points off if you do that!)run away........

1.0
5.0
BA4302
Dec 20, 2013

Even if you have to wait another semester to graduate if he is your only choice then wait another semester. Believe me he is that bad. He is cruel, ruthless and thinks that he is a big shot while he is the total opposite.

1.0
5.0
BA4301
Dec 20, 2013

If you want to get your money worth, and learn something then don’t take him.

1.0
5.0
BA4302
Dec 20, 2013

He is ignorant, he think that he knows everything. He needs to take a class in spelling then he need to take another class of how to interact with humans.

1.0
5.0
BA4302
Dec 20, 2013

You been warned DO NOT TAKE HIM.

2.0
5.0
BA4302
Jan 31, 2014

I ended up switching classes lots of homework, 3 test, 1 final, plenty of discussion boards one major group presentation. Extremely time consuming all BA 4302 are time consuming but if you have other classes your going to find yourself struggling with your other classes. Good luck !!

3.0
5.0
BA4302
Mar 19, 2014

Dr. Strain actually is a pretty good professor. No, the class is not easy by any means; however, if you do the readings/quizzes/discussion topics, and attend class, you should have no problem. This is definitely a class you should take in person. He gets off topic sometimes, but he is quite helpful and truly wants you to do well.

2.0
2.0
MKT3301
Apr 24, 2014

Easy class but be prepared to teach yourself because he does nothing in class. He talks about personal stuff and no marketing at all. Loves to make jokes and use students to seem funnier. Has no respect for students and makes fun of accents. Thinks he knows everything and make you feel ignorant so dont even participate.

4.0
2.0
MKT3301
Grade: A
May 30, 2014

His class is easy bc he allows several attempts on the quizzes (1 per chapter) and tests and takes the highest grade. Only 1 attempt on the final- study for it. There's 1 group project that's a pain in the...Don't leave it for the last minute and if you're stuck ask for his help! You will be tempted to skip class, but his lectures do help w/ tests.

3.0
1.0
MKT3301
Nov 17, 2014

Multiple attempts on quizzes and exams. You hardly have to go to class (you wont miss anything because it all comes from the book) Read the chapters and definitions . Easy A self explanatory class. I would take him. His personality is another story.

3.0
5.0
BA4302
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 17, 2014

Had face-to-face class, had to do all online class discussions, plus reading, plus pre- & post-quizzes. Multiple modules for each class to prepare for the ETS test (3 hr test of ALL subjects from freshman-senior). He rarely spoke about the "strategy" part of class, and spoke of stories or group assignment from day 1. VERY DIFFICULT teacher

5.0
4.0
IDEA
Grade: B+
Dec 2, 2014

Amazing Professor!

1.0
5.0
BA4302
Dec 15, 2014

If you want a professor who thinks he's hilarious, the smartest person to ever roam the earth, never wrong, and very unclear - take him. He will tell the most pointless stories with no correlation to the task at hand. Gives WAY too much work for students on the verge of gradation. Don't take him if you're looking for easy.

1.0
3.0
MKT3301
May 15, 2015

He's all over the place. Spends more time talking about his time in the army than actually lecturing. He often jumps off topic. Gives unclear instructions. However, he's class is easy because most of the work is done online. He does not take attendance; therefore, as long as you're doing your work on connect don't even bother showing up for class.

5.0
4.0
BA4302
Grade: B+
Nov 8, 2015

He has complete command over the subject. He's very funny and has lots of life experiences that he shares with the class which I find very intriguing. He is respectful, responds to emails promptly and try to solve any of your concerns. He's intimidating at first but once you understand him you learn a lot. One has to work hard .He's awesome !

1.0
4.0
MKT3301
Grade: A-
Dec 7, 2015

Everything is done on connect and blackboard. Get started at the beginning of the semester because there are like 6 items per chapter! He lectures more about his life experiences, I didn't learn anything about Marketing from him the whole semester. He grades the group project very harshly. I would take someone else...

1.0
5.0
MKT3301
Dec 8, 2015

Had him face to face, however it was kind of pointless to attend classes. Everything was online, and even though I attended most of his classes I did not learn anything from his lectures. If you take his class do not make any mistake on anything because your grade will suffer and he will not care to help you in anyway.

2.0
1.0
MKT3301
Grade: D
Jan 23, 2016

the worst teacher ever. He doesn't explain himself well. Everything is online I suggest getting started on the 1st day of class instead of waiting till the last min. If you make a simple mistake your grade will be effected. If you are picking groups please follow his instructions & make sure your group members isn't lazy. his class is pretty easy.

1.0
4.0
MKT3301
Grade: B+
Apr 28, 2016

He is not good at all is some old military man that just talks about his own life. He is very hard to understand. He took 3 points off for not putting our team member second name. his reason is because it took him longer to find him on the role sheet. What kind of crap is that. I wanted to be a marketing major but he made me change my major.

2.0
4.0
BA4302
Grade: B
May 10, 2016

This professor is awful! He spends most of class talking about his military career and love life! He does not focus on topic and will contradict himself. Often will call out a student in class and publicly embarrass them. TONS of work, but multiple attempts on Quizzes and CQs. ETS test 10% of grade, study hard. Memorized Oral presentation required.

1.0
5.0
BA4302
Grade: C
Sep 1, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Awful lecture avoid if need be changes due dates and completely makes dates up final and group project are difficult best advise I can give is see him everyday for advice on group project must know group project by memory and he will pick order of presentation

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
5.0
BA4302
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 7, 2017
Wouldn't take again

DO NOT TAKE him! He truly thinks he is the best professor on earth. He says "I am almost perfect"! He maybe perfect in his eyes but not to others. He is very rude, and loves to pick on people. The Grp. Pr. is horrible! My team tried their best to be perfect, we met up during summer class 6X and he commentate that we never must have met for this...

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
GROUP PROJECTS
1.0
4.0
BA4302
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 10, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Goes off on tangents all the time talking about his life. Which is honestly boring and lackluster. Makes the class tougher than it honestly needs to be. Calls you out in lecture if he thinks you're not doing anything related to the class, I was writing notes. Garbage prof. 1 Comp Final 1 Presentation 4 Major Quizes Chapter HW Assignments.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
4.0
BA4302
Dec 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Talks more about his life experiences than the material. Uses PowerPoint slides that do not match up with required text. Interrupts you when giving a presentation and will take off points if he asks you something while presenting that you have not mentioned yet. Told us highest grade on final exam, between 2 classes, was a 68. Teach yourself.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
Tests are tough
3.0
3.0
MKT3301
Grade: A
Dec 26, 2017
Would take again

Took him over the winter semester. The class was easy, just a lot of work. There was Learn Smart, videos, and quizzes (2 attempts allowed) for each chapter. 3 exams that you can take 2x and the highest grade counts. He doesn't curve at all and his syllabus is clear about what he expects from you. Work hard and you'll be done in no time.

4.0
1.0
MKT3301
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2018
Would take again

Took him during the Winter term. Easy class as he has everything outlined and provides clear instructions. He kept us up to date with messages through out the 3 weeks. He does not provide extra credit but you honestly do not need it. 3 multi choice exams, 3 short hw assignments for ea. chapter on Connect, NO projects. Got an A.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MKT3302
Grade: A
May 1, 2018
Would take again

Favorite course this semester! Take him for MKT 3302 online!!

Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MKT3302
Grade: A+
May 7, 2018
Would take again

The entire class was just 17 LearnSmart and Quizzes from Connect. No tests, no final. Easy A.

3.0
5.0
BA4302
Grade: B+
Sep 11, 2018
Would take again

He really scares you throughout the entire semester, but he's not a hard grader in the end and curves generously. He talk about himself a lot, so just laugh and keep smiling so he likes you-it will save you in the end. He tells a lot of jokes and picks on certain students, but he means well. The project is difficult, so choose your group wisely.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
5.0
MGT4302
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 21, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Learnsmarts, 4 quizzes (which you have 5 attempts on), 1 group presentation, 1 comprehensive final. The group presentation was not too bad, you will need to know everything. He goes off topic A LOT. Also singles out students, if you don't answer he will go into a rant. Gives you everything you need & I suggest you read his guide before classes

Participation matters
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MKT3302
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2019
Would take again

AMAZING TEACHER. Took him for a minimester online and completed the class the second day and made a 98 from being lazy and in a hurry. If you take him, you won't regret it, I promise.

Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
MGT4302
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 21, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He's a HORRIBLE professor. He spends the entire lecture time going over a how-to guide for your group project. He goes off of lecture pretty often and rambles on forever. He gets an attitude with our class, and sent us a passive-aggressive email for not receiving any early-submitted projects two days before the due date! Choose another professor.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
2.0
5.0
MGT4302
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Aug 10, 2020
Wouldn't take again

It is impossible to get a good grade on the project. Your team sucks and the professor is merciless. Too much work which is unnecessarily difficult. His test questions have sometimes 6 to 10 answer options which is ridiculous. He curves, but it definitely isnt worth all the effort. He makes this class too difficult for what it should be

Lots of homework
Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
MGT4302
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2020
Would take again

Group project is really hard & you will have to know the entire presentation bc you dont know what slides youre gonna have to present. Every class he explains in detail the guide that'll help you. He calls on students for participation but he means well. Final is super hard but he curves generously open book too. Share quizzes with class, it helps!

Test heavy
Group projects
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
MGT4302
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2020
Would take again

There are 4 quizzes with 5 attempts on each but share the quizzes on groupme with the class so you can get a 100 on it because they are hard. Easy connect assignments. Final is hard but the "How to guide" will help you but it is really hard!! He curves though. Project is hard so choose your team wisely bc you will need to know everything to present

Participation matters
Test heavy
Group projects
4.0
2.0
MKT3301
Grade: A+
Jan 7, 2021
Would take again

I took his class online in the fall. The class was self paced, everything was open at the begining of the semester and was due the last day of the semester. The entire class was on connect. 21 chapters of learnsmarts, 21 quizzes, about 8 "activity assignments", 3 exams and a final. Easy A.

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MKT3302
Grade: A+
Apr 29, 2021
Would take again

Please read! I was surprised to see that his rate my prof was only a 2.5. He is the best class I have ever taken. MY course was an easy A. All quizzes, homework, and exams are on connect no lockdown required. I actually completed the whole class in one day no joke. Exams and quizzes are all on quizlet. The homework is just as easy. TAKE HIM

5.0
1.0
MKT3301
Grade: A+
May 14, 2021
Would take again

Generally left us alone. Work heavy, everything was given to us the first day and due at the end. No proctored tests, but still, work heavy.

4.0
2.0
MKT3301
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2021
Would take again

Tons of online assignments through connect but majority of the material can be found online. The interactive assignment sucked and took a while to figure out but once you do your good, unlimited tries to bring your grade up. Lots of work so don't procrastinate. Give your self time to do the multiple tries. Final was tough but still passed with an A

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
Test heavy
4.0
1.0
MKT3302
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2022
Would take again

All assignments were through Connect, easy A. The teacher himself isn't really helpful in the course but the content is easy. Just use the book through Connect and you should pass the assignments no problem.

Lots of homework
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