2 tests and final worth 50%. No book. All you have to do is work out the problems (about 10 per chapter). And that is it! It is not hard stuff to learn, just do the problems on your own and you will do fine. I did this and have an A- so far.

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Very easy, his exams are based on his web problems. Most of the questions are identical to his web problems, the wording and numbers are the same. I never studied for the class, only a day before his exam, and I got an A.

So the first 2 midterms were cake as long as you did every web problem and have a really good memory.F final was very difficult. Advanved ?s we had never seen, no way to study for it either.

One of the best classes I took. Very straight forward and if you study web problems you can ace the tests. There to help you and tries to make class fun. I recommend him.

His lecture notes are a great tool for studying for the tests, and for a general base knowledge of Finance. If you do the web problems, you will ace the midterms...BUT!!! His final exam is ridiculously hard, and there is no way to study for it.

He is the easiest professor I have ever had!! I got an A on all tests by just practicing the web problems. The final is easy if you do the web problems, unfortunately most students did not do this, so they suffered on the final.

He's as straightforward as a prof can be when teaching a subject as complicated as finance. Practice the web problems, and you'll ace the exams, including the final.

Very helpful, very clear in his lectures. He comes as close as just about any prof can to making finance easy. A tremendous asset to his department, and, indeed, to SDSU.

2 midterms are easy, basically from web problems. final is hard though. if you know the conceptual idea then you'll understand the final; gotta think outside the box. lectures from his course packet; don't know about next semester, might have a book.

easy class,study web problems for every test including the final.most people say final doesn't represent web problems, but i studied ALL the webproblems and i got an A on the final.he's an easy professor.

His midterms are based on web problems, but his final has nothing to do with the course content! You're better off substituting this course (and FIN 329) at San Jose State University with Dr. Themistoclis Pantos.

This class is pretty easy. You don't even need to read the book! Just know how to do all the problems in the course packet and those are the exact same problems on the test. He tries to get the students involved.

The final is about 20 pages, very comprehensive and is very discouraging. You are guaranteed to Fail the final even if you did great on his mdterms.

exams are exactly the same as the web problems, final is just too much to remember but it's also from the web problems & some for the lecture, he is clear but only does the easy lecture problems not the wp. get a good calculator & learn to use it on ur own, short essay question on exam, show ur work

do not fall behind.get on the webproblems real quick. and you're good to go. if you fall behind, the tests are comprehensive and it will be hard to learn all the material in two nights.

His a very nice person. His class is hard but very intersting. He talks about a project at the begining of the semester and uses that example for the whole term. His mid-terms are out of the workbook, final extremly hard... I reccomend this teacher. Don't buy the textbook...

You need to ace the 1st 2 midterms, and its very attainable (Just do wkbk problems they are the midterms). The final is extremely difficult give yourself room to fall down to a B. Just buy his packet, and don't buy the book for the class. Interesting class, but i wouldn't wish it on anybody.

This is a hard class but the exam questions were straight from the workbook. How hard is that? I thought the final wasn't so bad either. If you got the examples then you could pass the exams. Show up and pay attention and you'll pass.

the midterm were not that bad just do webproblem but final was so so so so hard no joke. take him if u want a bad grade his final mess u up

Don't let people mislead you, the final is HARD. It only has about 2 or 3 workbook problems and the rest are brand new - it's these problems that are a whole level of difficulty higher. You can do very well on the midterms and that will help your final grade b/c that final will bring your grade DOWN

He actually TEACHES!!! Mid-terms are easy.The final is hard but if you really understand the materials(rather than memorizing stuff)you should be fine.He's a great professor! Take him if you wish to LEARN!

People say that the final is hard because the final(10+ Qs) is twice as much as the midterms(abt 5-6Qs). It is hard because the final is comprehensive and you need to understand the concepts. It's impossible to memorize the whole book! I got an A for this class. He's a fair grader overall.

He's a great teacher, who actually teaches. You will learn if you want to. The final is difficult but managable and the midterms are cake. You have to come to learn though to do well. You won't skate by. GREAT TEACHER!

Very dedicated, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and helpful. A great teacher who care about learning a lot. He keeps lectures interesting and makes the material come to life. Read his course package and do the web problems, you will score high. One of the best lecturers at SDSU and I highly recommend him.

It is definetly possible to pass his class if you study. Do not buy the book and DO THE WEB PROBLEMS. I would have failed id I haven't done them. Midterms are SUPER easy! Probs are identical to the web probs. Had an A going into the final and ended up getting a B-. He is very nice and he actually cares!

Easy class to pass. Don't buy the book just the class notes, do the web problems in the back, they're the same questions he has on the first two mid-terms. Finals tuff, had a A- going into final ended up with b-

He's a great prof. Funny, cares about students actually learning, explanations are clear, and makes the subject fun. Definitely take him. Exams arent too hard but you have to do ALL web problems to get an A.

DO NOT BUY BOOK JUST THE PACKET. The test is hard b/c you have to memorize stuff from the packet. The test is not multiple choice. However, if you attend every class and read the packet carefully (no need for web problem), you should get a B easy. Many easy points.

he is a very nice teacher but he's class is very demanding. the midterm are essay but the final is killer. take him if you want to learn. expect to but lots of time doe studying for his course. this class is hard that what he curve the grade, but you learn so much.

this class is super hard. took it in the summer.dont buy textbook just course packet. my advice is to do all the web problem b/c for the 2 midterm he use the same exact question, (exact same wording and number) so try to do well on the midterm b/c the final is super hard. final will hurt your grade at the end worth 50% grade. not a easy class

He is one of the best teacher in SDSU. His lectures are very interesting and fun. In order to do well in his exam, just practice a lot his web-problems. He is very helpful explaing any questions. He likes students that participate and ask question in class. You don't need to buy a book.

This guy looks like Tom Cruise! J/K -He likes to say that. This guy knows his stuff. If you're going to major in Finance, you need to take as many classes with him as possible. And if not, his FIN 323 class is easy if you're still good at algebra and actually do the Web Problems. The Practice Web problems in his course packet are THE EXACT SAME PROBLEMS on his tests!

I got a B on a C on his first 2 tests and the final screwed me over and ended up with a D-, what a waste.Dont get to confident if you do good at first.

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very helpful & caring during office hours. study all problems from his book & consentrate more on the web problems. Very easy exams and midterm, very hard final but it's all out of his own book make sure you know how to do all the problems from his book

It is not Dr. Kim who is tough it is the subject matter. Professor Kim is very helpful and always has time for his students. My best advice is: never get behind the material, do the webproblems, never miss class,did I mention keep practicing the webproblems [hint, hint].

There is not doubt that Prof Kim knows his stuff well and can teach it well!! The thing with this class is that you have got to do each and every web problem, next time problem, and in class problem 5 times in order to score half decent on his exam. The exams are way hard! He's very helpful though.

If you're looking to pass this class the first time around, DO NOT take Kim. If you are ready to work a lot harder than you would have to for any other teacher, then he's your man.

If you want to pass do web problems, next time problems, and in class problems, dont bother with tutors or other paid reviews cause their garbage just keep up with material on weekly basis and you should pass the class with B, but definately go into this class like it will be the hardest class every and take it very serious

This class was pretty tough. attendance is mandatory and is checked every class period. shoot for an A or high B for the first two midterms so you have a cushion going into the final. the final is impossible and he does not give partial credit. about 5 people left within the first 10 minutes. try to take pawar if possible.

The best (and easiest) of the Finance 323 professors.

Great teacher, material is not the easiest but he teaches it well. People don't do well in the class b/c they don't attend, and don't practice the material. its a math class, like all math, practice makes perfect. so if you practice you will do well, if not then you might not pass the class. As simple as that. office hours are useful too.

I liked the teacher/class all the way up until the final. I got A's on both midterms but finished the class with a B- because the final exam was virtually impossible.

You could learn fundamental of finance efficiently if you follow the class. Prof. is a very nice guy and he will help you to understand. I won't say this class is easy but very good class!!!

Highly recommended. Not an easy class but Kim's test are very predictable. If you do the work and study you will suceed easily. I would take him again for another class.

Prof Kim makes a very difficult subject clear and interesting! Best professor I have had at SDSU. I will probably get a C but it was really interesting and I learned a lot. He doesn't tolerate laziness or excuses, but rewards hard work. Exams are difficult, because there is a lot to remember, but perfectly predictable. Great teacher!

I went from no interest in finance to fascinated! This should be a required course for everyone. Real world practical concepts that you can use. Nice guy, reasonable and organized, cares about students. How well you do is directly related to the effort you put in. Don't pay any attention to complainers. This is a first-rate teacher!

Tough class, must attend to pass. Kim knows his stuff and is really organized and helpful if you show some effort. Go to his office hours because that helps a lot if you get behind in class. DO NOT GET BEHIND EARLY!! Everything builds on previous material that you learn at the beginning of class. Recommended

Not an easy class, but quite useful if you make a sincere effort. Tests can be difficult (especially the final), but I got a good grade by working with A. Tutor. Even Dr. Kim recommends him to students who need additional help.

Difficult class but the prof does an ok job. Tests are way hard, but they are almost all straight out of the book, just do the problems. Also, he curves the class, but it is subjective. So go to class and practice the problems from the book.

TAKE THIS CLASS. My 1st prof review ever but wanted to take the time because the class was very good. Any MBA student reading this review-take the class, the guy knows his stuff, the material is more useful than any other MBA class I took, real-world examples, interesting, etc. Decent amt of financial work but reasonable. Good guy too

difficult subject, but easy explanations. two midterms and a final all from the book. Shouldn't be difficult if u do the homeworks and at least try to solve all the problems at the back of the chapter. very straightforward.

Wonderful professor! Love his wonderful family too!

Difficult class but not impossible. There are 3 tests each worth %25 of your grade - they are super hard but they questions are right out of the book. Do yourself a favor and do the book work! I don't know why he has so many bad reviews - he just expects his students to pay attention and make an effort. Bonus - he is really funny!

I really enjoyed Kim's class. He's relatively funny and knows what he's talking about. He tells you how to pass his class, what's on his tests... this class is definitely passable. Do the problems in the back of the book and you're golden. Love this guy.

That's the kind of professor you meet only once in your life: very passionate and unique way to teach you finance. Class is hard, but Jaemin strictly follows the book: do the exercises and you'll get a B. Online exam every week and 3 mid-terms (multiple choices quest.). No final. Take this class !

Very predictable class. Online HW and exams are based on the practice problems at the end of each chapter. Prof. Kim is very helpful. 3 exams only, no cumulative final. He is funny! You'll learn a lot and you'll like him. He is very nice and passionate about finance. Take him!

Great teacher overall. Not an easy course but he goes out of his way to help you understand everything if you ask questions/ go to his office hours. Do all the hw problems and read the mini cases carefully and you can do well on the tests.

Great Professor, smart and funny!!!! You don't really need to use the book, just attend every class and you'll get a good grade!

A funny, friendly, enthusiastic, humble, and knowledgeable professor. It's an engaging class with plenty of case discussions-cases are not dry, so don't worry. Professor Kim is not out to get students by giving out super hard tests, etc.; he is enthusiastic about the subject and enjoys good, practical, class discussions. Highly recommended.

One of my more thought provoking professors. He shared a lot of enthusiasm for fin/econ and constantly discussed relevant topics in current events. The term paper/exams were quite difficult and I don't feel completely reflected my understanding of the material, but nevertheless Kim still managed to challenge us to think globally and conceptually.

This professor does a great job of following his syllabus. There is no confusion about what is due or when it is due. Class participation is key, but it benefits the students because perspectives from other students is very helpful.

Professor Kim was probably a stand-up comedian in Korea. He is hilarious, and he knows his stuff. But beware: his final has perilously little to do with in-class discussions and the case studies that you spend all semester reading. He says it is "straight forward" but that presumes much about student knowledge attained from other classes.

Great Professor read all articles posted online and the mini cases and study the power points. I received a B and never read the book just slides.

One of the best classes I've taken in the MBA program. I learned something new every class & enjoyed every minute of his lectures. He is funny, entertaining, and very friendly. Our weekly assignments were to analyze case studies & discuss them during class. The case studies were very stimulating and taught me a lot. Just don't be late to class.

Good professor.... Gives good feedback and interesting lectures. Some of the exam questions come from the book and not the lectures. Most MBA students like him.

Best teacher I've had at state. The subject can be difficult but he does his best to have it make sense. Accent is not bad at all and helps with his humor. Funny guy, I'd def take another class with him. VERY EASY POINTS can be earned on the exam if you carefully read the articles. The other stuff just go to A+, no class needed.

The best professor I've ever taken. The class materials are hard but really practical and useful. Take him. He is the greatest professor.

Kim is a great instructor but his class was pretty difficult. A+ review is essential to get a decent grade. Attend all class lectures and participate to ensure yourself extra points thatll be applied to your final grade. Overall, I had a good experience in this class.

great teacher

Kim is a helpful, caring professor. He gives students plenty of opportunities to ask questions and is more than willing to answer questions no matter how dumb or smart they are. His goal is for students to learn. The exams are hard. Study the articles & homework problems, and review his powerpoints before class. The exams are curved so that helps.

Honest Review: If you're at college looking to further your education and ACTUALLY learn some complex concepts, this is the guy to take. He knows just about everything there is to know about the topic he teaches and he cares about the learning of his students. Pay attention, take notes, and you'll learn a lot more from him than you will from an A.

As previously stated by someone else, if you want to ACTUALLY learn- take him! Professor Kim is a hidden gem at SDSU. The course is difficult- there are 3 quizzes and 3 LDB exams. Exams are tough but he curves. He is funny, he cares, and is an overall great professor. One thing I'd encourage for his class is to participate.

I took fin654 over the summer and ended with A- (didnt use A+). Hardest class ive taken at state. BUT, rewarding material. I failed the final exam but as long as you email him a bunch and show him you are trying he will help you out. He gets that the class material is difficult so he just wants to see his students be engaged and try.