4.3

George Bernard

Business - Seminole State College

4.3
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
65%
Would Retake
86
Reviews
4.3
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

65%

Would Retake

86

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official
86 total ratings

5

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4

10

3

7

2

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1

5

What Students Say

His teaching ability isn't bad at all

GEB2112 - 1.0 rating

All of the homework & tests are on connect

ACG - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

61%

Textbook Required

20%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 24 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (10)
A (6)
B (3)
Grade Distribution
A(16)B(4)C(2)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 25 reported grades
A+: 10
A: 6
B: 3
B-: 1
Common Tags
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (4)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (3)
Participation matters (3)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Lots of homework (3)
Tough Grader (2)
Gives good feedback (2)
Hilarious (1)
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Reviews (85)
5.0
1.0
GEB1011
Apr 6, 2004

No Comments

5.0
2.0
QEB
Oct 1, 2004

Mr. Bernard is a great teacher. SCC needs a 100 more just like him.

5.0
2.0
GEB1011
Oct 12, 2004

He is great and very helpful...Great teacher

5.0
1.0
MANACC
Nov 9, 2004

He isa great teacher. He even gives you the answers for the tests a week before. But not only that, even if he talk a lot, he is really interesting and helpful.

4.0
2.0
GEB1033
Nov 10, 2004

No Comments

5.0
1.0
QMB1001
Nov 15, 2004

He is so cool and funny. If I could I would take him every semester. Anybody doing a business major take Mr. Bernard

4.0
3.0
BUSINESS
Nov 17, 2004

Very good teacher. Makes things very visual, would definitely take his class again.

5.0
3.0
GEB1011
Nov 17, 2004

Gives great real life examples from the business world. Very interesting. Would take Professor Bernard again.

5.0
1.0
GEB1011
Grade: B-
Nov 22, 2004

im taking his intro to business right now and i believe that he is a great teacher because alot of teachers in college don't care about the student but mr. bernard really tries to help you when you have a problem.. def. take his class again...he is funny and always has jokes.

5.0
2.0
SBM
Nov 23, 2004

Clear expectations, comprehensive tests. If you can't pass this class, you don't belong in business....

5.0
2.0
MANACC
Nov 30, 2004

AWESOME TEACHER! One of the few teachers that actually knows how to teach. Very clear on what he expects. Though the content of the material is sometimes difficult to understand, he goes over the it thoroughly. When it comes to teaching, his #1 priority are his students. Highly recommend him.

5.0
1.0
BUSINESS
Dec 7, 2004

great neighbor! very quiet, and very friendly! keeps his lawn in tip top shape! highly recomendable!

5.0
2.0
GEB1000
Dec 14, 2004

take this class it is very good!

5.0
1.0
ACCOUNTING
Dec 28, 2004

Very helpful and great looking teacher...to bad he is married. He doesnt just give you good grades but he makes you learn the material. SCC needs more like him.

5.0
1.0
QMB101
Jan 4, 2005

Great professor. I found him very helpful, he does not mind explaining the material, and will give you examples of how it is used in real life. I would recommend him for all the business classes, he is one of the best!

3.0
3.0
ACG2071C
Jan 7, 2005

Was extremely personable...I enjoyed his happy attitude. However, in my class a lot of students, including myself, felt that he just raced through the material by assuming we could understand everything so quickly. Managerial accounting is tough enough without being rushed through it.

5.0
2.0
INTROTOBIZ
Jan 7, 2005

GREAT teacher, make sure to attend class and look over notes and you'll be fine. He goes through everything and makes sure you understand. Definitely taking any other class he teaches.

5.0
1.0
SBM
Apr 4, 2005

VERY helpful if you want to start your own business. You learn everything from different kinds of businesses to starting your own business plan. Actually cares for you to do well and is very helpful; highly recommended.

5.0
2.0
ACG2
May 3, 2005

great. his tests are almost multiple choice questions. he would review clearly, so you can get a good grades. However, i did not like he uses powerpoint to teach, it is so boring.

5.0
3.0
ACG2071C
May 4, 2005

Mr. Bernard was very helpful and took great pains to make sure his class understood the material. He was very patient with even the most obscure questions. He made accounting ALMOST fun and definately understandable. I recommend him for any class you have to take.

5.0
2.0
ACG2071
May 11, 2005

Great teacher! If this class is a requirement, take Mr. B's class. He thoroughly explains the material, make sure you understand it, and gives great test reviews. His desire is that each student effectively learn the material and is able to utilize it in a real-life atmosphere.

5.0
2.0
QMB1001
May 11, 2005

Business Math was the first class I had with George Bernard. He uses power points and he took time to explain the work.

4.0
2.0
SMALLBUSINESS
Sep 27, 2005

Good Teacher

3.0
3.0
ACG2071
Nov 25, 2005

Don't believe everything you read. This instructor is not clear in his instruction. He speeds through his PowerPoint and then runs through the exercises. Somehow, it sounds like rambling noise. And yes he gives test review, but there are times when test question was not even covered. You’d be better off studying on you own. The only reason the clas

4.0
2.0
ACG2071
Grade: B
Nov 30, 2005

this class is kind of hard but he tries to make it as easy as he can. everything is on powerpoint. he does test reviews. he goes over homework in class.

5.0
2.0
GEB1011
Dec 21, 2005

Took the online class & had just enough advice from Mr. Bernard to get it! The text is great - READ IT IF YOU WANT TO MAKE $! It’s an essential read if you really want to make money or start a business/franchise. I'm all MBA now 100% focused on opening my first franchise! THANK YOU MR. B!

5.0
3.0
ACG
Apr 23, 2006

ACG financial accounting

5.0
1.0
FIN2001
May 10, 2006

This teacher is very helpful. He actually wants to pass his classes with a good grade. He gives good test reviews and even curves on the exames. He also gives additional points just for showing up to class. I have taken him for 5 classes already and will be taking him for a sixth over the summer. I think this shows how much student loyalty he has.

1.0
1.0
MANACCT
Jun 22, 2006

Easy A, but I don't think he really knew what he was talking about. His teaching style is to read the power point word-for-word. This made the class very boring. But, tests were easy.

5.0
2.0
MANACCT
Aug 4, 2006

This teacher is awesome! He actually wants his students to pass and understand. He doesn't try to trick you tests. He has powerpoints and HW w/answers for you. Great reviews are also given for tests. He knows what he's talking about. You should definitely take him! This is my 2nd class w/him.

5.0
2.0
MANAGERIALACC
Aug 5, 2006

Great teacher. Pay attention and go to class, you will get an A. He is very friendly and relaxed. Other teachers should copy his style of teaching. He made the class fun. TAKE ANY CLASS HE TEACHES.....

5.0
2.0
GEB1011
Nov 2, 2006

Very easy going guy. Interesting class discussions. Helpful test reviews. Stays on syllibus. Not looking to fail anyone. He wants to make sure all understand the material. Wants a Honda S2000.

5.0
1.0
SBM2000
Dec 24, 2006

Great teacher all the way around. A professor who cares.

5.0
1.0
SBM2000
Jan 11, 2007

Awesome instructor, always willing to give you help. will stay after class,before class or during office hours. If you want an A and a professor that cares take his classes!!

5.0
1.0
MAR101
Apr 11, 2007

this is the best teacher ever!! i never got less than a A on his test! and i never went to class....

5.0
3.0
ACG2021
Jun 8, 2007

This guy really knows his stuff! Actually made accounting interesting! Recommend him highly!

3.0
3.0
BUS2021
Jul 16, 2007

This intelligent professor is awesome & I took all his classes and did well. One of the best professors I have had at SCC while attending & would recommend taking all the classes he teaches. Helped with any type of problem I had with understanding the material. Your a great Professor Mr. Bernard. Thanks for all the knowledge I've gained.

5.0
1.0
SBM2000
Aug 11, 2007

Mr. Bernard was awesome! This was my first online course and my experience was great! All the tools were provided to complete the course. He went above and beyond to make his students were successful. I highly recommend Mr. Bernard and will definitely take another class with him.

5.0
1.0
ACG2021
Jun 16, 2008

I took Mr. Bernard for Fin. Accounting and was probably the best teacher I have ever had @ SCC. He makes accounting which can be a tough subject very interesting. He gives plenty of opportunities for XC and his lectures are cut and dry, and to the point.

5.0
2.0
MAR2011
Sep 19, 2008

I took his online marketing class and loved it! Very lenient and helpful if you ask. Only downfall is that he doesn't give you your grade until late in the semester but he's got a lot on his plate so it's definitely understandable. Will definitely take another class with Professor Bernard!

4.0
1.0
GEB1011
Apr 29, 2009

good teacher!?!

2.0
1.0
SBM2000
Apr 29, 2009

I took this guy online and he's unhelpful, has no personality and is unorganized. He will say things like "read your syllabus", but the information's not there. This guy's a total jerk and i will never take him again.

5.0
3.0
SBM2000
Jul 12, 2009

I would ignore the previous posting - there is no way that student took Mr. Bernard's course! I took the same SBM 2000 online course and I found Mr. Bernard to be very helpful and nice! It was a GREAT course!

5.0
1.0
MAN2021
Aug 5, 2009

I took his online class for intro to business and intro to manangement. He is a very staight forward intstructor. For an online class as a single parent this is a great professor to take. You do the work and get the grade. Quizzes are directly from the book and discussion questions are short and sweet. If you fail this class, easy professor

5.0
1.0
GEB1101
Aug 23, 2009

I took intro to business in the summer this teacher was awesome online he responds back to you in a required manner. You could not fail his class as long as you read and do all tests and postings

5.0
1.0
GEB1101
Sep 8, 2009

I took him for 3 classes loved them all - recommend him to anyone

3.0
3.0
SBM2000
Nov 13, 2009

SECOND TIME TAKING THIS TEACHER OK BOTH TIMES. A LITTLE RUDE THIS TIME AROUND BUT OVERALL GOOD TEACHER. JUST READ AND PASS QUIZZES AND YOU WILL PASS. I WOULD TAKE HIM AGAIN AND PROBABLY WILL....

5.0
2.0
SBM2000
Jan 11, 2010

Not an easy class but he is a great teacher. I have had him for a few classroom classes as well in the past. He is very helpful and fair.

5.0
4.0
GEB1011
Jul 29, 2010

Read, it's the best advise I can give you. Follow the syllabus. The instructions were crystal clear. It would be hard to not get an A in this class. You were told what had to be done at the start and knew what was expected of you. Any questions that I had were answered quickly, and politely. I recommend this professor if you are taking this class.

5.0
4.0
GEB1011
Jul 29, 2010

Read,it's the best advise I can give you. Follow the syllabus. The instructions were crystal clear. It would be hard to not get an A in this class. You were told what had to be done at the start and knew what was expected of you. Any questions that I had were answered quickly, and politely. I recommend this professor if you are taking this class.

5.0
1.0
SBM2000
May 2, 2011

EASY! TOOK HIS ONLINE CLASS, HE TAKES A WHILE TO ANSWER EMAILS BUT HE IS VERY CLEAR ON WHAT HE WANTS FROM DAY 1. 4 TESTS, 15 SHORT QUIZZES, A FEW VIDEOS TO WATCH WITH 3 QUESTIONS TO ANSWER ABOUT THE VIDEO AND ONE BIG PAPER THAT IS EASY.

5.0
1.0
GEB1011
Dec 1, 2011

SO EASY! I took entrepreneur and intro to business with this teacher. There is only one major project and a quiz at the end of each chapter and a test after about 3-4 chapters and are all really easy. He doesn't respond to messages very quickly but if you ask other students you can get a faster response. He also provides plenty of time per chapter.

5.0
2.0
SBM2000
Dec 8, 2011

Great Teacher. Can't wait to take another one of his classes.

5.0
2.0
GEB1011
Mar 20, 2012

I LOVED HIS CLASS

5.0
1.0
GEB1011
Apr 15, 2012

AMAZING! Professor Bernard is the guy that reminds you why you want to stay in college in the first place. He's a patient, kind human being with a true passion for teaching. A truly great man, if you can take ANY class with him at all I highly recommend it.

5.0
2.0
GEB2112
Jun 12, 2012

I took him twice. Both online classes. He mad taking online classes fun and easy. Just do your work and turn it in on time and you will be fine! Wish he offered even more classes. I recommend taking him for Entrepreneurship the Business Plan is not as scarey as it looks, get the book that comes with the CD. Step by step walk through!

5.0
1.0
GEB1011
May 8, 2013

Clear, easy to understand, and lenient. He really cares about his students and goes the extra mile to make sure everyone not only understands, but passes as well. Tests and papers are very easy, gives excellent study guides. Great for business majors and non-majors alike, everyone should take him.

5.0
1.0
GEB1101
Grade: A
Nov 3, 2014

Even though lots of tests and such. I love taking some classes with him, easy to pass. I loved it, took two almost three with him.

4.0
3.0
ACG2100
Grade: B
Nov 10, 2014

Nice guy:)

5.0
1.0
GEB1011
Grade: A+
Nov 19, 2014

I would have to say this is probably my favorite professor for anything that has to do with majoring in business. He really doesn't want anyone to fail his class and i mean he will do anything to help you pass the class.

5.0
1.0
GEB1011
Jan 5, 2015

Awesome class! I will be taking all my business classes with Professor Bernard because he was easy to understand and gave great feed back. And I felt like he cared about his students.

5.0
1.0
ACG
May 2, 2015

Professor Bernard is a really good professor. He is there for you and wants to make you life easier. He is pro-student! He will always finish the class early and he'll be very clear to students about what's gonna be in the exams. I highly recommend him!

4.0
4.0
ACG
Grade: C
Jun 21, 2015

I took his Financial Accounting online class during the summer. I thought it was going to be easy class, but it's very difficult! All of the homework & tests are on connect. Attend review sessions or teach yourself and faiI. Takes about 5 hrs to finish 2 homework assignments every week. Very time consuming & difficult if you don't know accounting!

5.0
1.0
GEB2112
Grade: A+
Jun 23, 2015

Took him this summer online and this is the best teacher. I highly recommend him and you will not regret it.

4.0
4.0
ACG2021
Grade: A
Aug 4, 2015

Took this class online over the summer. I really liked Professor Bernard He wants you to do well and pushes you to excel in the class. I learned a lot in it but by no means is this an easy class. He holds review sessions for the tests, if you can't attend be prepared for a fairly difficult test.

2.0
4.0
QMB1001
Grade: A
Jan 8, 2016

The teacher was distant from his online class. Many of us were confused on assignments and grades.

5.0
3.0
ACG2100
Grade: A-
Jan 12, 2016

This professor is awesome. Don't get me wrong. This class is tough, and there is a lot of homework. It's accounting. It's not an easy A. However, he gives great feedback and does awesome test reviews. He makes learning accounting fun and interesting. I would highly recommend taking this course with him if possible.

5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A+
Apr 28, 2016

I took his class online and for me it was an easy A. Everything is clearly outlined in the beginning of the class so you know when everything is due. There are assignments for every chapter, 4 exams, and 1 project. He is quick and helpful to respond to questions. I would definitely take again.

5.0
3.0
ACG2071
Grade: A+
Jul 28, 2016
Would take again

Professor Bernard a great teacher and actually cares for his students learning. I took the class online, which I recommend you take on campus instead. Online course are much more about being self taught if you prefer to go that route. He emails you back the same day and provides study guides for all his tests. The course material is tough though.

5.0
2.0
ACG2021
Grade: A+
Aug 29, 2016
Would take again

I was not looking forward to taking accounting but it was required for my major. I absolutely loved this professor because he took the time to explain things. There is quite a bit of homework but the tests are more important. He gives a study guide for each question on the test so no surprises. I enjoyed taking accounting with him. Highly recommend

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
1.0
3.0
GEB2112
Sep 1, 2017
Wouldn't take again

His teaching ability isn't bad at all. What's unfortunate is the manner in which he acts towards his students. Very strict and just outright terrible personality. Made me feel very uncomfortable. I won't say much else but if I had to choose between jumping off a bridge and taking his class again, let's just say it would be an easy choice.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
3.0
3.0
FIN3403
Grade: A
Oct 25, 2017
Wouldn't take again

The HW was extremely hard but you can get the problem wrong and get the correct answer that way.

4.0
3.0
FIN3403
Grade: A
Apr 6, 2018
Would take again

Homework takes a long time to complete. Homework is a must in Accounting to pass the exams. Everything is done with the book code, so no book needed. Very straight forward of what he expects and just take it week by week. Exams mirror the homework so nothing tricky there. Prof is good at responding to emails quickly. Would def take again.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
SBM2000
Grade: A+
Apr 28, 2018
Would take again

Bernard is awesome! Responds to emails quickly and is overall a nice dude! Took his small business management online as an elective, and finished it in two weeks. Take this guy!

4.0
4.0
GEB1101
Grade: A+
Apr 30, 2018
Would take again

Really great guy.

Gives good feedback
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
5.0
2.0
FIN2001
Grade: A+
May 7, 2018
Would take again

Loved this prof. Take it online, easy elective. Buy the learnsmart and do the work. I took the 12 week course, best decision ever. Work at your own pace.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
1.0
4.0
SBM2000
Grade: D+
Dec 11, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I had some health problems throughout the semester and he showed no sympathy towards me. Refused to work with me and help me pass his class. All he said is to look at the material posted online. Even then it was hard to score well on the tests.

Tough Grader
Get ready to read
5.0
2.0
FIN3403
Grade: A
Apr 8, 2019
Would take again

Easy A. Allows you to redo homework and case studies an unlimited amount of times through Pearson portal.

Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
FIN2001
Grade: C-
Nov 4, 2019
Wouldn't take again

This professor is completely hands off. You better already have a very strong understanding of finance before you start because you go strictly off the online course and the outlines and lectures are more confusing than just "winging it". Also and this is super important: YOU CANNOT COMPLETE ANYTHING EVEN 1 HOUR LATE. YOU WILL GET A ZERO! ABSURD!

Skip class? You won't pass.
Graded by few things
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
GEB1011
Grade: A+
Mar 27, 2022
Would take again

it’s a very easy class. as long as everything is turned in on time you should be fine. he doesn’t accept ANY late work so be sure to keep track of your assignments when it’s due!

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
FIN3403
Mar 10, 2024
Would take again

Easy class. I took this class online and earned an A. I barely made a C in both accounting classes, so I thought this class would be a challenge. Homework, case studies, and a discussion post due every week. You're allowed 3 attempts to get a 100% on hw and case studies. Tests are open book.

3.0
1.0
GEB1011
Aug 1, 2024
Would take again

There is about 4 assignments per module, it feels like a lot at first but once you get started, it's not too bad, 1 of them, you automatically get a 100 as long as you complete it, and 2/4 are only a couple of questions and are easy to go back and fix your mistakes and the last is a quiz. as long as you turn stuff in, you'll be okay.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
3.0
FIN3403
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 11, 2025

I hate this class. IF I knew this was going to be an accounting III class, I would not have signed up for it. I have enough on my plate.

3.0
4.0
GEB1011
Grade: B
Oct 12, 2025

This is a very heavy-load class for a starting elective.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
FIN3403
Grade: A+
Oct 29, 2025
Would take again

You can work ahead in this class. Each week there is a discussion, homework, assignment, a quiz, etc. He uses MindTap! There is a lot of accounting but in all honesty isn't too bad and everything is open note.

Participation matters
Lots of homework
Online Savvy
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

61%

Textbook Required

20%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 24 grades
Most common grades:
A+ (10)
A (6)
B (3)
Grade Distribution
A(16)B(4)C(2)D(1)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 25 reported grades
A+: 10
A: 6
B: 3
B-: 1
Common Tags
LOTS OF HOMEWORK (4)
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS (3)
Participation matters (3)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Lots of homework (3)
Tough Grader (2)
Gives good feedback (2)
Hilarious (1)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.38 avg change
Nov
Mar
Mar
Aug
Sep
Oct
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

QEB

5.0

(1)

MANACC

5.0

(2)

SBM

5.0

(2)

GEB1000

5.0

(1)

ACCOUNTING

5.0

(1)
+24 more courses
Difficulty by Course

ACG2071C

3.0

BUS2021

3.0

ACG2100

3.0

ACG

2.7

FIN3403

2.7

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