tough class. he may come off as real critical(trust me, I did at first), but if you're having trouble, he's cool if you go see him for help. if you don't want to see him go to one of his tutors. want a challenge? cuz this is the class.

Ur grade is based on 4 exams.I didn't read the book for the 2nd thru 4th exams. I just recorded the lectures & listened to them b/c the book can be hard to digest, and he pretty much tests you on what he lectures. Hard class but I learned a lot.

Expects U to know your principles classes.Has 4 open-ended essay exams that are tricky.Worst,his voice is monotone making U sleepy & inattentive. However,he relates the topics to real world situations.Makes himself available and is open to help U a lot.

if you actually take the time to go to his office hrs.you'll find hes quite helpful.You definitely get the grade you deserve in his class. I learned more in that class then I have in any other class. He was by far my favorite professor at SFSU.

To be honest... he is not as hard as everyone says. he is difficult no doubt. but the way people perceive him isn't necessarily correct. He is hard but he teaches well. what he goes over IS on the tests. the practice tests help too and is beneficial.

the exam he gave, is very demanding. you have to listen and remember every word he said and write on the board. or you will get points out of your exam grade.

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look if u don't care to learn anything don't take his class. He's a great teacher and smart as hell.Go to his office hrs, it helps trust me! If u can't handle his sarcasim then that's ur own problem (quit ****ing and grow up) . Welcome to college kids!!!

He's a good teacher, but he goes deeper in depth when he lectures. THis class is nothing more than jus Micro econ for half the semester, and macro econ in the second. Study his practice tests! they are almost similar

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very smart guy and tests are fair. offers in class extra credit for good questions or good analysis, so if you have a talkative class it can be annoying staying on the topic at hand. always makes clear what to know and class is usually light hearted.

This guy is really cool, you'd just never guess! 407 is tough, no doubt but at least here you know what's expected of you and are provided everything you need to succeed. You can pass this class.

This prof. is very hard, however, he is very helpful. I was not able to keep the class due to my work load, however, he is very helpful and you will definetly learn in this course. Do not slack off or you will fail.He is hard but very fair to all of his students. You have to earn your grade.

Very hard, yet fair and helpful. Ignore the sarcasm and don't forget getting the bonus $$$ during his lectures.

Hey,if you really want to learn something with a really cool guy,this is a must take class.Not easy class,but you`ll end the semester with some knowledge,guaranteed.Great sarcasm,killer attitude,just like an economist should be.Realistically,I believe that he can do much better than teaching.

All the other comments were good....here's my advice. if you happen to FAIL the first exam after studying your ass off like I did, don't despair. I am ending the class with a high C/ Low B. He likes to see improvement and dedication to learning.

Great at challenging the student

He's very fun and stimulating, tons of funny stories. He challenges his students and encourages them. Lectures are clear and percise, but he expects you to dwell into the material deeper on your own. Most ppl say this class is hard because they don't study enough, it's not that difficult. If you want to learn something, take his class!

Very hard!!! but if you talk to him he will pass you. I got a 33% on the firt test and still passed with a B. Talk a lot and get the old tests.

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One of the best professors at SFSU. No bs. Took two classes with him (MGMT 407 and BUS 682) and highly recommend to everybody majoring in either Business or Econ. Do your homework, read WSJ and The Economist and don't listen to all the losers that failed in his classes.

This guy is a hit or miss. I'd recommend him only because he, unlike a huge number of other business professors, takes time to connect the material to everyday real life situations so you know exactly what you can use these applications for vs. simply memorizing the formulas and forget them a month later.

Sorensen is the best professor i had. He expects you to learn the material on your own and discuss it during the lecture. I learn so much in his class. For people who think that he is hard, please wake up, it is a university class that requires work. Great professor

He a great teacher who teaches you a lot. The class is not that difficult as it seems at first. You just have to read all the assigned chapters, do all the homework and get old tests from tutors. Otherwise your going to have "good times" in the class. Also participate in the class to get the bonus bucks and your sure to have a grade good.

Sorenson is honestly one of the best teachers at SFSU. He may be hard and intimidating at times, but you can learn so much from him. As long as you practice his past exams you should be fine. Don't get me wrong it is a hard class, but anyone who as ACTUALLY stayed in his class to the very end can tell you that they've learned a lot.

Sorensen is a great teacher. He is only lecture on the most significant in the book. There are 4 tests (3 of them are half mutiple choices and half math problems which are super EASY, the last exam is essay questions) Study group at begginning is very helpful. He also give 40 credit points "bonus bucks" which go go straigh to the grades. His r

Sorenson is a great for individuals who want to learn the material and it's real world application. If you are taking the class to learn something he is your best bet hands down. If you are just taking it because it's required, you are wasting your time, and his.

Dr. Sorenson's class is a challenging one. If you're looking for a class where you can b.s. your way through the semester and still get a decent grade, this is not the class for you. He offers bonus points if you participate in class. Highly rec. if you want to learn.

Great Techer Dont listen to all the bad stuff if you pay attention you may actually learn something!!!

Sorensen is awesome. This class was probably the most challenging of my college career. He really kicks you in the ass and makes you learn, which I thought was great. I get extremely bored in most classes due to the mindless droning of most professors, but he's all about getting your adrenaline pumping to get you into it.

He's one of the best teachers i've had. the class is really difficult, but at least he makes it interesting. I've learned more in this class than any other in college

One of the best professors I've ever had. I had to take him twice but in doing so he taught me the value of hard work. This class is no walk in the park if you don't put in the time in. Do the reading and try to understand the material, get the old tests, as they are a vital tool, and ask questions. Good Luck.

One of the best professors I've ever had. I had to take him twice but in doing so he taught me the value of hard work. This class is no walk in the park if you don't put in the time in. Do the reading and try to understand the material, get the old tests, as they are a vital tool, and ask questions. Good Luck.

One of the best professors I've ever had. I had to take him twice but in doing so he taught me the value of hard work. This class is no walk in the park if you don't put in the time in. Do the reading and try to understand the material, get the old tests, as they are a vital tool, and ask questions. Good Luck.

Prof. Sorenson was the best teacher I had at SFSU. It's true that this class is not easy, and he doesn't spoon feed anyone. He will make you work and more importantly, he'll make you think. If you're not afraid of a little work, you'll be very happy you took his class.

Very good teacher. If you are not a moron who thinks college should be a walk in the park then you will like this class. anyone who talks bad about the people who ask questions is just jealous that they cannot form an intelligent conversation. NOT a crazy irrational liberal who thinks the world is hippy land.WANT TO MAKE MONEY=TAKE THIS CLASS!!!!

he is a very outspoken guy and is not afraid to talk about anything which may be offensive but in regards to the material he knows his sh*t! go to class and do the hw and you"ll be fine. try to get some old tests to sample his testing style and get some bonus bucks!

Challenging, indeed. This class has taught me many things. For example, 8 out of 10 SFSU students do not understand the concept of 'critical thinking.' Read the chapters twice, show up to class, participate and UNDERSTAND the material. That's how you earn your A.

This teacher wasn't afraid to share his views with the class on a lot of real world things. However, it was a fun class to attend. Watch out. the tests are haaardddd.

This class is not easy, but it's seriously rewarding if you stick with it. He knows his stuff, and I found his random stories entertaining in a 4hr class. Put in a LOT of work, GET OLD TESTS (they're identical in format), & pay attention to concepts that he talks about the most (like social security or monetary/fiscal policy) for the essay test.

The class is hard, you better believe it. However if you pay attention and interact in class there is no way you wouldn't pass. We studied a lot and attempted the homework and participated in class and did great. He just appears to be a tuff but in the end he just loves to tell a good story and have "good times".

Sorensen was a great teacher and what I learned in his class made economics more clear to me. I use what I learned in this class everyday.

his class is not as difficult as other people described, if you do have some basic knowledge of economics (which a business student should have)if you are expecting an esay A then this is not the professor that you should take. no tricky Qs on the exams.if someone did not get a good grade,the one to blame is yourself, not prof sorensen

he gave me an A as the semester grade. his class is not hard if you know the way to study for it. frankly, reading the test book is not very helpful, the best way is to study the past exam (you can get it from his TAs). if you fail the first test, it is better for you to drop the class right away, because the tests afterward will not be any easier.

Every once so often a professor comes along who changes your view of life, teaching you not just the subject matter, but also how to apply it to your career plan and make it relevant to your life. Prof. Soerensen is one of these professors. After taking his class, my entire view of financial and academic planning has changed for the better.

READ FIRST! There are only two teachers in my life that have had a profound effect on my thinking and way of life. Sorenson is one of them. In a nutshell, the class isn't that hard. He speaks very clearly and uses plenty of examples. I'VE LEARNED MORE FROM SORENSON THAN I'VE LEARNED FROM THE ENTIRE SFSU STAFF! Get something out of college.

I took this class over summer school and I couldn't risk taking the 2nd exam after the first exam. This class is hard by nature. I must say though, professor Sorensen does provide very useful insight to topics that may/may not be on the syllabus.......He DID turn me into an investor. This may be more valuable than a GPA....???

Professor Sorensen puts every other teacher at state to shame. In fact, I'd go so far as to say, if every professor at state taught similarly to Sorensen, SFSU would be the UC Berkeley of state universities. If you're in business, he is a must take. Despite what you hear as him being a hard teacher, his intellect is worth your tuition.

Prof was very knowledgable and helpful. Class was very enjoyable and thought-provoking.

I was never the type of student that was outspoken in class. Furthermore, I was not particularly interested in economics either. But the way Sorenson's class is taught and structured has allowed me to succeed both personally and professionally. The lectures in class allowed me to tie in current events with the material in the book. Great Class!

he is actually a very good prof, he is very helpful with answering questions and encourages participation... Just make sure you read and study alot! Its profs like him that make SFSU a respectable busniness school... better than getting handed an A+ at USF...

Very good class. Sorensen raises the bar of all those road-kill on the job market instructors at SFSU. I am surprised they hired him knowing he will make most of the instructors look real bad due to his high standards. Take him if you can

This class is hard. However, it's awesome. ED is extremely fair. I respect his status will all my heart. I take his class for Cr/No Cr. He let me skip the final exam because I earned too much bonus point. Just feel free and talk like birdie in class. You will earn bonus points. It helps a lot. Please find the old exam to study. Don't memorize it.

Ed is great. Not an easy ride so if you expect one of those dime a dozen instructors you will be surprised. I respect him for sticking around and for making true effort to make you understand the substance. He clearly loves what he does and that in itself is something we dont see every day in this school. If you can - take his class!

Very good instructor. He is defenitely into his job and I enjoyed the class. Thank you

He's great. Not easy. Great. You gotta work hard, my friend, but it's worth it. His grading is nice: 87.75% is an A. You gotta talk to him. Dumb questions are fine - he's not gonna laugh at you. However, try to ask clever questions. Think, ask, earn bonus bucks. Go to his office and talk to the smartest guy in your stripped of money ghetto school

People who call him mean are dumb and lazy people who never worked hard in their lives. He's extremely bright. If all teachers at SFSU were like Mr. Sorensen... All slackers just don't deserve to be in his class. Smart, hard-working people, take him!

Very good class. Sorensen is on of the few instructor that makes SFSU worth the time

A tough class but you learn a lot and it's applicable to everyday life. Recommend going to class and reading the book before you come to class. Half the time he is teaching, half the time it's about what's going on in the world. Tests are hard but if you actually study the past exams + notes then you just might scrap through with a C or better.

The class is very difficult, I recommend coming to every class meeting. The topics discussed are current and he gives a lot of his own input and the information can actually be used in life. Tests are hard, there is math and MC, but if you have old tests it helps a lot! If you put in the work you'll be fine. GET BONUS BUCKS! Overall, he's brilliant

He's a really good teacher, but the class is very difficult. During most of the class, he would talk about current events and lead class discussions. There are 2 entire books he covers, and he doesn't provide notes on the board basically until the 2 half of semester. Put in the time n effort on ur own to get a good grade on the tests! And ask Q's!!

He is the smartest professor I have ever had. Take him if you study hard and want to learn some useful economic which you can use for your life. He gave very good resources you will benefit.

He's extremely smart! but you need to get the past exams to pass this class. they are pretty much the same. 3 or 4 exams, that's all you're graded on. take the note! everything he says can be on the essay question. i really enjoyed his class. he knows A LOT!!!!!!!!! but doesn't quite cover the text book.

challenging class. he expects a lot, but if you make a genuine effort and talk to him and do the problems, you will do fine. it does help to kiss his butt a little bit. the bonus bucks will help. get your hands on old tests to study. spends a lot of time a current events, but you still learn a lot. very interesting class

Professor Sorenon is a class act. Firslty he is an extremely talented economist and students can greatly benefit from his knowledge. He also eencourages discussions on current business and economical events that make the class more inteeresting and fum. I highly recommend him and thank him for making a positive impact in many business students liv

subject matter and lectures very interesting and very pertinent to life

Looking for good Professor? Prof. Sorensen is the one. He's fair. Give you study guide ahead for mid term and final. participate in Case Study and apply it to the exam questions. There is no reason to fail! Debate section help your work skill, prepare your own outline and give your speech. All you can do is rehearsal. you will learn a lot!

If you like talking then you're good. He offers EC to those who speak in class. This tends to foster a bunch of people speaking just for the sake of speaking, and the topic would get very far off. Even if you're a good student, you won't do good on studying alone. The material in class and in the book won't even cover what's on the test.

One of the best professors at SFSU! Very knowledgeable of current events. Encourages relevant discussion. Don't expect to be asked to recite definitions. Instead, through careful analysis of case studies, you will learn how to look at the same problem from different perspectives. Great skill to have in real life. I highly recommend this teacher!

Not your typical dead meat instructor. However he is NOT easy and the material itself requires math and study time. You need to speak English to do well in his class so that excludes around 80% of the students but so what, he does NOT curve so one must invest a lot of time to get a good grade. Still instructors like him are rare at SFSU!

He is awesome! Just be respectful and follow his syllabus. Take notes and participate. He is always open to help! He is even helping me with another class that he doesn't teach!

Very smart guy and talks about current events. You can really learn a lot from him. He is however very full of himself. Go to his office hours and show him that you need his help... 30% of ur grade is class participation so make sure you talk at every clas!!! I learned a lot from him.

This guy is very very Smart!!! I think people who talk bad about him are not willing to put the effort that he requires. He is not an easy professor but you will learn A LOT from him!!! Come to class, do your assignments, Participate in class discussions and you will be fine!!! I am very glad I got to take a class with him! :)

Professor Sorensen is one of the few that actually care about students learning the actual subject. In my class he offered extra credit to students who tutored students falling behind. This shows his ingenuity and genuine concern for students learning. Warning: You will have to do work to pass this class. Conciliation: You actually learn something.

There may be crazy stories about him but he is a smart man. He knows what he's talking about and has an economist view point. You must WORK HARD to earn your grade unlike other classes. If you don't want a "serious" class where you really need to work, avoid this professor. If you want to learn, take him.

As expected based on the feedback here Sorensen is a top notch teacher and one-of-a-kind compared to most of the other instructors on staff at SFSU. Good work! I wish he teaches more classes than just few business and DS sections. Whoever got him on-board was thinking of the well being of public education in California.

Excellent teacher. Great material though Summer school is kind of short and everything happens on a hurry. Thank you!

Great lecturer. Amazing experience as I learned new ways to look at complex political, economical, and social issues of our time. great discussions in class. Teacher not suitable toward busy, lazy, or non-dedicated students. Final debate format requires a lot of research. Course enhanced my analytic capability and speaking skills as well...

Very good professor. One of the few at SFSU that know their stuff and are not PC obsessed. Do come to class and do participate, you will learn a lot.

very good teacher..old school tho..both class attendance and class participation are mandatory..30% of the final grade and if you miss 4 times you get a F..a lot to learn..

I like Prof. Sorensen. His humor is exceptional and he's class is very helpful. Extremely hard, though so get ready to hit the books and study. Other than that, this class is totally worth it. He might have even changed my life.

I have this class right now, he`s one of the few prof`s who really cares & really pushes you to study hard. I had to study 400-500 pages for my debate ... at the end we all got As..if you want to learn something take his class, if you try hard, he is good grader too

He's a really awesome teacher! Very nice, enthusiastic and knows his material. Encourages questions and very helpful. The assignments are clear and the tests are on material that's been covered in class. Just remember to read the book and you're golden.

Well..if you're looking to skate through the semester...Sorensen is not your man. He's tough but wants to teach you something. You walk out of his class and you feel like you got a your money's worth. Read the cases, team up with the right people to study for the midterm and final and participate in class. Sorensen loves people who talk.

In the beginning, his class seems like a nightmare. By the end, it's obvious he just wants his students to learn & develop into more confident/outspoken individuals. Doesn't respond to emails & procrastinates, but very understanding & takes time after class & in office hours to offer help. Be one of the first debate groups -- he will go easy on u.

He wants to make you a better business individual. He may be tough, but is very helpful and understanding. I got a D in my midterm but worked hard to end with B+. Take him, you will learn something.

I enjoyed Sorensen's teaching style and humor. I learned a lot and he graded everything fairly, despite the steep requirements. If you follow instructions well, and participate actively, you'll do well. If not, he doesn't suffer fools gladly.

Looking back,Im glad to have ended my SFSU career with Sorensen's class.The subject matter was interesting and he definitely made me go outside my comfort zone with his teaching style.He runs the class like a communications class, requiring lots of speaking.It was nice to finally be challenged in an SFSU course.We need more teachers like him.

One of the best professor in SFSU. Real World-relevant information and assignment always. All works are easy in his class as long as you pay attention to what he's saying. Although he is getting old, he still a great guy that know how to relate to his student.

I only took him because the other sections are full. But boy, was I glad I took him! He is very demanding as a teacher, and at times, the classroom felt like an interrogation room. I wish I had half of his intelligence. Take him and u will learn a lot! Do make sure u and ur team do the work and follow ALL his rules! He will penalize u no joke!

One of the best teachers at SFSU. Not easy, but that is for your own good. Did the most to prepare me for the real world. No homework, but there are case studies every week that are discussed in class.MT+Final on those case studies.Group debate requires a lot of research, but it is a great experience overall. Gives 20% EC for simply speaking class.

Overall, a good teacher. I learned a lot in this class. I highly recommend Sorensen for Business 682. You have to prepare for a debate, and you need to know your topic inside and out. You can get extra credit for posting discussion topics on the ilearn forum.

By far one of the best teachers at SFSU. Do not take his class if you want to get an easy A. You will have to work for your grade. Do your home work, show up to class prepared, ask him if you need help and you will do fine. Make sure you pick your debate group carefully and be responsible for your work.

Sorensen is a great teacher. He teaches classes like all classes should be taught. Some people think he is to hard, but come on SFSU its not like its going to be any easier in the real world. If you can't keep up with his class than you might be in the wrong major.

Sorensen is the strictest professor I've ever had. He's a very tough grader on midterms, finals, and the debate. Make sure you know the topic of your debate really well, every nook and cranny. He grills you hard on your topic. Sometimes it feels like you're being interrogated. Take this class with caution.

Come prepared to talk/participate. This class isn't easy but totally doable as long as you put the work in. Many failed the first midterm-but don't worry, there are a lot of points you can get in this class. Do the extra credit(online posts,talk in class), find a good debate group. Know your topic or he'll embarrass you.

Do not take this guy!!!!!!!! If he is the only person that fits into your schedule than be prepared to do the extra credit assignments. There is an in class debate and he is just BRUTAL. oh and for your debate research do work and meet with him this guy will not pull any punches when he grills you. Again do not take him. My most hated class ever!

Class format: 2 midterm based on textbook case studies( 4 business case studies) 4 online quizzes. and Team Debate presentation + 10 written paper research about your debate. The professor tend to fail everyone in the first Exam. However, the first exam is only 10% of you total grade. Do good in your debate and you will pass. Key: Office Hours

Professor Sorensen gives you a chance to earn your worth in this class. He helps students engage in debate and the ultimate result is to learn skills practiced in the real world. More importantly, every class added value to my education. If I had a chance to take a course with him again, I sure would.

Prof. Sorensen acknowledges hard work. He has high standards and expects a high level of readiness in class. He is VERY supportive and is always available to help you. If you are a serious student, I suggest you take him. He is challenging but motivating ! Spend EXTRA time on debate research and be sure to participate! You will be glad you did.

Professor Sorensen is a great professor,tough and very fair. 6 case studies are used in the class to help boost your grade up. The first 3 will be on the midterm and the last 3 will be on the final. Participation extra points! Debates were very tough. Absolutely go to office hours for your debate topic. He tells you everything you need to know!

Sorensen offered a new option this semester, to not do the debate or paper and instead have the tests count for double and receive a maximum grade of a B. Read the cases and participate in class, as every comment is worth extra points. Debates are rough, so be prepared for questions. Test questions are very random case study facts- read carefully

Although the tests were tortuous I really enjoyed the class. He is very funny and I enjoyed laughing in at least one class at SFSU. The bonus bucks were great although I didn't get many of them. I had done very well in previous economics classes so it was startling to flunk some tests. I persevered though. A memorable personality!