4.9

James Georges

Business Administration - Pennsylvania State University - Abington

4.9
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
100%
Would Retake
132
Reviews
4.9
Quality
2.2
Difficulty
4.9
Helpful
4.9
Clarity

100%

Would Retake

132

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What Students Say

Had Georges last semester

BA321 - 5.0 rating

Always gives you pointers

HPA332 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

77%

Textbook Required

26%

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Based on 101 reported grades
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A: 32
Rather not say: 11
A+: 9
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Respected (34)
Gives good feedback (24)
Clear grading criteria (23)
Caring (22)
Inspirational (15)
Amazing lectures (11)
Hilarious (8)
Participation matters (8)
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MIS204

5.0

(19)

HPA332

5.0

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5.0

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MIS

5.0

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PCHA111

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4.0

ADVISE101

4.0

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Reviews (132)
4.0
2.0
BA321
Apr 1, 2011

Practical class, mostly PowerPoint presentations and videos. Your grade consists of weekly true/false quizzes, and creating a lengthy business plan. Not a bad class for being required, no textbook either.

4.0
2.0
BA321
May 10, 2011

Easy A. You grade your own quizzes and there is no format for the business plan so everyone gets an A. No textbook. You have to come to class though and it can be extremely boring.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Jul 13, 2011

He is great. I would love to take him again. is easy.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Aug 5, 2011

He is wonderful. Gives out in class quezes, which are pretty easy. Love him, he is great. Also loved his elevator pitch speech.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Apr 29, 2012

Great Guy Drops Lowest grade all quizzes no final Easy if you want to learn he will teach you too. He says "Does not believe that school should be a pain" Requires a lot of in class discussion

5.0
1.0
MGMT321
Oct 24, 2012

This professor is great! I had him for MGMT 321 and he is a lovely professor....has alot of knowledge on what he's teaching and he's just an overall great person!

5.0
1.0
BA321
May 10, 2013

Very nice guy, easy quiz each week. Small projects and one big project due at the end of semester (Business Plan). Great course. Go to class regularly, pay attention, you'll be sure to get a high grade. Talk to him if you have an issue with your grade. Very reasonable guy.

5.0
1.0
MGMT301
May 10, 2013

Super easy class. If you want an A, take Georges. You look at powerpoints each class, do a few case studies, article presentation and take a easy quiz each week. It's really hard to get a bad grade. Easy Grader. "Learning should not be a pain."

5.0
2.0
BA321
Grade: B+
Aug 24, 2013

Jim is an awesome teacher, come to class, pay attention, and you will do fine. Weekly quizes based on power points and a video, some projects we be due as well. We didn't use the text book.

1.0
2.0
MGMT301
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2013

Talks too much about himself, didn't learn much from him. Wasn't really helpful either. I missed class and he assigned HW. I emailed him and he said "do your best" refusing to answer my questions… Easy A but useless as a teacher.

5.0
1.0
BA321
May 22, 2014

Jim is the man. You must take him at least 2 or more times in order to get the full scope of his methods. Nuff said bub!!!!

5.0
3.0
MGMT321
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2014

Jim makes taking a class fun and interesting. He is very low key and into helping students learn about themselves and how to succeed. Uses a variety of DVDs, powerpoints and lots of handouts. Students have to research and prepare a presentation on a different (political, military, business, female, sports etc.)leader for almost every class.

5.0
1.0
MGMT331
Aug 19, 2014

Georges is a great guy. He really cares about the students. His class is very easy. Although it is easy, you still learn a lot of things. There are only weekly quizzes and articles. Great guy!

5.0
4.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 29, 2014

Assists students any way he can. Suffers no fools - tells people who can't see what is on the board to sit closer. Quiz on material after every chapter. Posts excellent materials on Angel to study. Reviews quizzes right after they are taken. Assignments to do elevator pitch, tweet, and Business Plan prepare you for the future .

5.0
4.0
HPA332
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 3, 2014

Jim is the only professor with actual health care experience teaching HPA courses. He actually cares if you learn something and gives almost weekly quizzes as opposed to big midterms and finals. He prefers that you talk to him about your grade before or after class - does not hide behind the electronic grade book. Always gives you pointers.

5.0
2.0
002
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 10, 2014

Do yourself a favor and take Georges! He is a great guy.

5.0
2.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2014

MIS is a tough class at PSU, but do yourself a favor and get into his class as opposed to any other teacher. Easy to learn from. Register early because his classes fill up within minutes. Georges brings industry experience from government, law and military. Very down to earth. Doesn't hide behind his degrees or the podium. Lengthy boring book summarized by lengthy but thorough powerpoints. Cases in the book and slides and book in library on reserve if need it. Students do weekly presentations and quiz on each chapter. Is abut everything incluing grades Always willing to help. Asks what students think and want. Will write you letters of recommendation for internships, paying jobs and advanced schooling. Willing to do independent studies for students but very hard to get PSU to approve.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 19, 2014

He is the man. Only someone with a personal problem with him would give him a bad review. If you don't like doing work, take other teachers but you drop or flunk. Class is full. Transparent grading (brings books and graded exams to class and you can go over it with him). Reviews quiz questions and answers right after you take it. Fair

5.0
1.0
MIS
Dec 22, 2014

I pitty the fool that takes another teacher for MIS. This is a tough class anyway no matter who you try it with - hard to do well if you skip class or don't read the materials. But its even harder with the other teachers who have not had real or current MIS experience don't take the time to explain the materials or taking it on line. Tries to help everyone. Will take again.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Feb 2, 2015

Had Georges last semester. Taking again for another class. He definitely cares about the students and wants them "to get their money's worth." He is always willing to work one on one with any student who is willing to work with him. Serves as a mentor and does independent studies for those with conflicts or immediate needs for graduation.

5.0
1.0
XXXX
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 2, 2015

Had Georges for an Independent Study on Eldercare. No one else in the school knows anything about the subject - Georges teaches it in the adult education side too. Very knowledgeable on all healthcare matters. If you are interested in learning something, he is willing to mentor and teach. No one else would help me.

5.0
2.0
BA321
Grade: Rather not say
Feb 16, 2015

Georges did a great job last semester and I am taking him again. Made us do a complete business plan. If you follow his plan and do what he asks, you get a good grade. Also, Georges is willing to stick up for what is right and help you instead of telling you its not his job or to ignore you.

5.0
1.0
HPA332
Mar 2, 2015

Had him last semester. Relates the lecture and text materials to his real-world examples. Students also have to prepare an article and presentation each week on subject matter. Do yourself a favor and if he is not teaching HPA and you want to learn something about HPA as opposed to a recycled course, demand an independent study or wait .

5.0
1.0
MGMT301
Grade: A-
Mar 2, 2015

Had Georges last semester for another class. I like his values and methods, so took him again (so I thought). This semester, PSU switched him off teaching this class to another after we signed up. I got another professor and I am sorry I didn't drop right then. Georges is worth the wait. Accept no substitutes. PSU, pay him more.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 6, 2015

Georges is the best. Is a lifelong student so he understands. Brings in real-world examples from the workplace. Teaches his class like that too. Material is hard but Georges explains it clearly. Provides powerpoint slides for basis of lectures and summary of what to study. He cares that you learn something that makes you marketable.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Apr 13, 2015

I actually think I am going to pass this class. Have taken it before with another teacher unsuccessfully. Jim is very clear on his criteria to succeed. Tells you the testsmaterial is tough but he is a fair grader. Exam questions and answers are reviewed in class immediately after the exam. He tries to make the class fun.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: A+
Apr 20, 2015

Jim is worth the wait. PSU tried to switch who was teaching the class after we signed up. Never heard of the teacher they were trying to plug in there. Good thing they switched Jim back - the alternatives would have been gruesome. Jim actually cares about the students learning and getting their money's worth. Taking Jim for MGMT 301 next.

5.0
2.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
May 4, 2015

Georges shows why he is the one to take if you want to learn something about business. Shows you the way to start a company that earns money or if you need to get a nice safe job with a steady paycheck. Doing the Business Plan is tough because he makes you find your own way through the workbook and makes you motivate yourself to stay on track.

5.0
1.0
MGMT331
Grade: Not sure yet
May 11, 2015

Georges showed why you should wait for a spot in his class (why eat pink slime when you can have fillet). He takes a tough class and breaks it down so you can understand and take away the valuable parts. PSU has other non-business teachers trying to teach business courses. Jim is always willing to work with students to overcome obstacles.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: Rather not say
Jun 17, 2015

Jim's lectures are long but the material is comprehensive and complex. Listen to his examples because they help make sense. His article assignments make you learn current concepts and help your grade if you turn them in on time. I like the powerpoint format. PSU needs to let him teach more sections as it is hard to get a seat in his class.

5.0
1.0
MGMT301
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 17, 2015

Jim is the fairest, kindest teacher I have met. He actually takes his time to help students, even if it doesn't relate to his class, when the front office, your advisor or everyone else whose job it is do not. I hope I can take him again for some of my other classes. Teaches clearly, uses examples from his experience, and lets students shine.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 22, 2015

Definitely not a helicopter professor. Makes you learn how to learn. Spells out the criteria in advance. Works with students' learning styles and schedules. Always willing to jump in and help when you have a real problem - school-related or not. Cares about doing things right and doing the right thing. Shares his wealth of knowledge.

5.0
2.0
BA321
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2015

Jim is a great guy and an all around great instructor. Come to class, put some effort into your business plan , and study the Powerpoint presentations as well as the videos and you will achieve an A. Not looking to trick you and is always willing to help.

5.0
1.0
MGMT301
Grade: A
Jul 27, 2015

Georges' class is easy if you study. He is clearly the most compassionate and caring professor I have seen at Penn State. Also, he is a quiet professional, doing his work as a teacher. There is no other teacher here that has the business and management experience that Professor Georges brings to class. Accept no substitutes for 301.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 29, 2015

Prof. Georges is one of the few teachers that actually makes sure that you get your money's worth. Classes are fun, students provide a lot of input. Time goes by fast and there are lots of little projects and quizzes. This is the first time a teacher actually made me think about doing a whole business plan. Pay him more.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2015

Georges knows his stuff - gives great examples. Willing to answer all questions and explain until everyone gets the point made. Knows how to make education fun. Reviews answers to exams in class after you take it. Flexible teaching styles to match those of students.

5.0
1.0
MGMT321
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 10, 2015

First and foremost, Jim is an educational leader. He takes the time to work with students individually. He wants each student to take away the maximum information possible. Learned the most from preparing and conducting presentations on leaders I chose. Love his teaching style. No such thing as a dumb question. Helps students.

5.0
1.0
MGMT321
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 10, 2015

Great teacher. Great class. Great summer course. Teacher very knowledgeable. Jim cares that you learn.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 10, 2015

Amazing teacher and experience. This is not my usual campus but we have no one like him where we are at. Makes you do a business plan soup to nuts. Lets you find your own way but will help you if you are totally lost. Glad I invested the time.

5.0
1.0
MGMT321
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 17, 2015

Easy class if you follow Prof. Georges' instructionsmethod. Teaches from real life experience - not some long out of work old guy or fresh out of PHD know-it-all with no experience. Has prepared lecture slides and notes. Uses Angel but doesn't hide behind it - has prepared lectures and slides. Allows group decisions and assignment formats

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2015

Treats you like an adult - shows you how to learn. Great PowerPoints, lectures and notes. Teaches you what you need to know. Lots of great examples. Shows you how to succeed in business. Always wants to talk to you about how to improve or maintain your grade. Clear standards. Would take another class with Jim.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Rather not say
Aug 24, 2015

Take anything he teaches if you actually want a return on your investment. Teaches you how to start a business. Makes you do a business plan. If you don't want to learn anything, take any one of the other suspects masquerading as a professor. Georges actually enjoys teaching and helping students solve problems. Always ready to advise.

5.0
1.0
MGMT301
Grade: A
Aug 31, 2015

Pleasant Summer term course. Georges is an excellent instructor. Slides outline the key materials he wants you to know. Book available on the internet for about $7.00. Brings his real world management experience from government, military, law enforcement, education, and healthcare into the classroom. Will take again.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 16, 2015

Georges works hard to make the class fun. Lets you make up missed quizzes and drops the lowest for everyone. Anyone can have a bad day he says. He is better than any advisor the school can assign you - he takes the time to analyze your situation as opposed to just telling you anything to get rid of you.

5.0
1.0
ISSUESAMSOC
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 12, 2015

Georges delivers in this political science/sociology course. His explanation of the Constitution was unbelievable. He doesn't talk down to anyone and wants to help you get an A. Always willing to help on everything from legal matters, getting an internship, job hunting, graduate school. Wish he would teach more classes so I could take them.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 19, 2015

Prof. G is the man. He empathizes with students. He is very helpful to a fault and I do not know how he doesn't just flip out on some people. It is easy to approach him and he actually spends the time to understand and think about your problem instead of telling you its not his job. Not sure why he even teaches here - just likes students.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 9, 2015

Don't make the mistake of taking someone else. Georges knows his stuff and actually cares if you learn and get ahead.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 16, 2015

Learning more this semester about business than the rest of my time here. Georges makes you do a whole business plan. Actually demands that you turn in early drafts so progress can be charted. Shows videos and quizzes every chapter as completed. Drafted my first tweet. They should let him teach other classes. Cares about the students.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 30, 2015

Has to be one of the top professors in this place. Prof. Georges makes this tough class easy. Not just an outdated PHD whose life has been spent going to school. Has vast experience and gives examples which help tie MIS to other classes where teachers don't even bother to try to help students. Last class this week. Georges rocks.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2015

Better learn how to learn - dedicated to lifelong learning. Points you to the answer but will not do it for you. Respects all views. Treats students with dignity and respect. Challenges all students to work hard. Wants everyone to grow and learn. Business plan assignment is a hard individual challenge, but I learned a lot.

5.0
1.0
HPA332
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 14, 2015

In this special topics/healthcare management class, Georges actually teaches about healthcare management as opposed to trying to palm off finance or some other types of irrelevant specialties. Uses comprehensive examples from all perspectives. Reviews weekly quizzes right after given so you always know where you stand and the correct answer.

5.0
1.0
MGMT397
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 14, 2015

Take anything he teaches because he cares. This class was fun and I learned a few things. Weekly quizzes.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2015

Lots of work, videos to watch, quiz on every chapter. Have to write a business plan and prepare a presentation. He is a very fair grader - people try to take advantage but he holds the line. His classes are always full so come early to get a good seat.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: Rather not say
Jan 13, 2016

Tough class but it is worth the wait to get him. His class fills up in 2 minutes after registration opens. Is very fair and willing to help students learn the materials to get good grades. Actually has worked and continues to work in the field himself so brings the text materials to life. Very practical and willing to listen.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 10, 2016

Knows his stuff and makes it so he actually teaches you about business. If you want to be in charge of anything or to ever have your own business, better take Jim.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 16, 2016

Need more professors like Georges. Gives students his cell phone number and actually talks to you or calls back when you have a problem. Only teacher who did not give an assignment to do over spring break: "decompress and come back and hit it hard he says." Actually learn about business in his class. Projects are actually fun to do.

5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 11, 2016

Take Georges or you will not learn anything about business here.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 25, 2016

Hard class - fair teacher. Knows his students to a fault. Will meet you half way if you try. I hate computers but I liked his class. Knows his material and gives great examples. Nothing phases him. Always in control. Unwise to try the slip and slide on him as he sees through the scams in a heartbeat. Will take again if I can.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 29, 2016

Quiz every week instead of cumulative exams. Questions out of the materials he presents/teaches. Repetition of skills until you get It. You can make-up three missed quizzes no questions asked and he drops your lowest. Presentations are long but the book chapters are longer. No extra credit but no one is more fair. Will take again.

5.0
1.0
MGMT331
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 29, 2016

Only teacher I had here that asks you to tell him at the end of the semester how you would improve the class for the next time he teaches it. Treats students with a lot of respect. Willing to share his experience which is more than a lot of the others that have been here 30 years. Already took all classes he teaches. PSU let him teach more.

5.0
1.0
MGMT331
Grade: Not sure yet
May 2, 2016

Wants to help you succeed. Willing to help you even when you mess up. Not your typical professor or administrative bureaucrat. Like he says, choose wisely - why have hamburger helper when you can have fillet. Teaches you how to have it all, not how to settle for less.

5.0
1.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
May 3, 2016

He did save my semester. No one is more caring about the students. Most knowledgeable professor in this place, most educated, most experienced. Very patient in the class - will not move on until everyone who wants to gets what he is talking about. Not "soft on crime." Believes that it is his job to make sure you get what you need to know.

5.0
1.0
MGMT331
Grade: Not sure yet
May 3, 2016

Best professor of all time. He can help you do anything.

5.0
1.0
BA321
May 9, 2016

"So write me up if I give you too much work." Its hard to get a bad grade if you follow his plan. Sometimes he makes you take the harder, less travelled road, but like he says "there usually isn't an ambush on an azimuth."

5.0
1.0
MGMT321
May 10, 2016

Nicest and hardest working teacher you will ever meet. Will help you no matter what. Knows business and management. Dude is larger than life. Rumor is they wouldn't let him teach in criminal justice so he went back to work for the real criminal justice system for 5 gazillion dollars. His theory is what are you going to do about it.

5.0
1.0
MGMT331
May 11, 2016

"Don't bring your week sauce." Clearly the nicest and most caring prof in this place. Helps you accomplish pretty much anything you want to do. Willing to give you multiple chances to succeed.

5.0
1.0
BA321
May 12, 2016

Can't find anyone better to help you when you are in a jam, whether its here or in the outside. Shows no fear in cutting through the pompous bureaucratic nonsense. Is "the Doctor of Business Doctrine" but he is Baby Doc to his friends.

5.0
1.0
BA321
May 15, 2016

Jim is all in. Very high energy - makes the Energizer Rabbit look lazy. He is the best, can't wait to take him again next year. Every once in a long while you meet someone who changes your outlook on things. Pay attention, do your work, study and get an A. Need more like Jim and get rid of the posers around here,

5.0
3.0
BA321
Jun 17, 2016
Would take again

Easy A if you study and follow the plan. Most caring guy there is. Knows about everything. He is teaching about business but it is really about learning about how not to be afraid to follow your dreams and be successful, however you define it. Never know what he will say and you have to pay attention to figure out what he says/

5.0
4.0
MGMT321
Aug 3, 2016
Would take again

Study leaders in different environments. Shows you what is important in whatever choices you make. Study a different leader for each class. Have a presentation due in every class. Can't help but learn. If you listen close, he is very funny. Not afraid of technology. Should make the administration take his classes.

5.0
4.0
MGMT321
Aug 7, 2016
Would take again

Georges is my advisor because I can never find the one the school has assigned to me. He actually takes the time to research problems and find solutions as opposed to just winging it. Makes you do presentations every class. Cares about giving you your money's worth. Hard to figure out everything he has done in life - knows his stuff.

5.0
4.0
BA321
Aug 9, 2016
Would take again

Pull your socks up and get ready to work. Tells people o their face that if they act like a slug and do nothing, they get treated like one - he will pour salt on you and then listen to you his. Sets clear standards and expectations and then holds you to them. Otherwise, is a teddy bear. Will never refuse to help you. Respects students.

5.0
5.0
BA321
Aug 15, 2016
Would take again

Business plan project is tough. You are on your own and have to do it all. Learned a lot. Quiz every week. Drops the lowest. Willing to work with me one on one.

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
4.0
MGMT301
Aug 15, 2016
Would take again

First string player. Best summer course ever.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
BA321
Aug 17, 2016
Would take again

Clearly likes to teach and do the heavy lifting. Best lecture is when he talks about employment, discrimination, airlines, SEPTA police and Hooters. Lectures are packed with information. Provides powerpoint slides and video shorts on Angel. Everything is well organized. Expects students to be the same.

Participation matters
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
5.0
PCHA111
Grade: Audit/No Grade
Sep 14, 2016
Would take again

Never knew this existed. Jim was an instructor in our Licensing Course taught out of continuing education. Was not hard to listen to even in the Friday night time slot. Taught me what I needed to know to pass the State exam in his areas of expertise and most of the other teachers' areas too. Brought in a guest speaker from a bank too.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
5.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
Oct 5, 2016
Would take again

Is as advertised. Work hard, do as he says - no problem. This is a hard class. But, like Jim says, there usually isn't an ambush on an azimuth. Extra credit project based on The Circle book.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
MGMT301
Grade: A
Oct 17, 2016
Would take again

Worth the wait. Is real. Don't make the mistake of taking someone else. Manages people in real life; doesn't just talk about what he thinks as if he has been in school all his life and then working at teaching in school. Uses management examples from business, government, military and school. "College is a large bureaucracy."

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
5.0
2.0
BA321
Nov 28, 2016
Would take again

He is amazing!!! This course had one big assignment, and quiz before every class. No final. This class is not very demanding. He is knowledgeable about the subject. Has a lot of experience. Doesn't keep you very late in class. He is very trusting, and genuinely cares about his students & wants to help. TAKE HIM- you won't regret it! He's the man!

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Caring
5.0
2.0
BA321
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2016
Would take again

JIM is the diamond in the ruff that is Penn State Abington. I'm here to give him credit where he deserves it. I couldn't of taken a more professional and dedicated professor than him. Keep up the great work Jim I know you read these!

Respected
Inspirational
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
4.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 24, 2017
Would take again

Good dude. His Saturday class fills up fast but "lots of good parking spots available." No other teacher knows this stuff like Jim does here at PSU. Grades still due but I think I did pretty good on weekly quizzes and article assignments. I do most of what he teaches at work but never understood why until this class. Best advisor ever.

Tough Grader
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
2.0
MIS204
Grade: Not sure yet
May 1, 2017
Would take again

Jim is a wonderful prof. weekly quizzes (T/F) are simple and based on chapters read (all answers in power-points) Offers extra credit in the beg. of course (extra credit book free). Overall great man and very helpful, always you to make up quizzes. He wants to see you succeed. Totally Recommend him! PS: Saturday Class was great!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
MIS204
Grade: A
May 10, 2017
Would take again

The class itself is not easy, but taking it with Georges is the best option you have. A great Professor and cares for his students.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Get ready to read
5.0
5.0
MIS204
Grade: Rather not say
May 11, 2017
Would take again

Georges wants you to do well and helps you in every way he can. I dreaded having to take an alternative teacher and was considering trying to take it outside PSU when his Saturday class opened up. Quizzes T or F. Hard but fair - not a free ride. School is a ghost town on Saturday "All food groups available in the snack machines."

Caring
5.0
5.0
MGMT301
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 5, 2017
Would take again

Exceptional teacher in an average place. Looks out for students.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
4.0
MGMT321
Grade: A
Sep 1, 2017
Would take again

Made us do different leaders every class. Awesome movies and documentaries. Good dude. Fair grader. Walks the walk.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
B100
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 27, 2017
Would take again

Good teacher. Wealth of knowledge for this starter business survey course. Not like the other teachers - cares if you succeed. Great examples make me remember. Willing to work with you. Pretty funny but you learn things. I can see why his classes fill up.

Respected
TEST HEAVY
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BA100S
Dec 5, 2017
Would take again

Professor Georges is a phenomenal teacher who truly cares about his students. His lectures are full of examples that make the material fascinating and easy to understand. He is definitely approachable if you ever have an issue, and will work with his students to make sure they have what they need. I would highly recommend taking this class

Respected
Amazing lectures
Would take again
5.0
2.0
BA100S
Grade: A+
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

Easy A, easy to understand, no tests, very little homework, weekly super easy quizzes, no final or midterm

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BA100S
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2017
Would take again

This guy is a Straight Up Legend. He has such a great understanding of students and what we need to learn the material as well as what we need to stay engaged. He always provides interesting input on the topics that we learn about and he wants everyone to get a good grade. Weekly powerpoints of your choice. I hope you can take him

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MGMT397
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2017
Would take again

T/F quiz and presentations every week. Genuinely cares about learning and a big advocate on continuous learning. Teaches other BA and MGMT courses, take as many as you can!

Respected
Caring
Would take again
5.0
5.0
BA100S
Grade: Rather not say
Dec 11, 2017
Would take again

Best first year teacher there is. Not sure where the other goosanos came from. Quiz every week, develop a presentation a week on any topic in the chapter. Flexible like gumby but keeps it real and on track. Wish I could take him for more classes.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MIS204
Dec 14, 2017
Would take again

I've had Georges for three courses and I don't regret taking him. He is hands down the best professor at psuab. "Exceptional teacher in an average place" he's knowledgeable, wants his students to succeed, funny and his lectures are always good. Would do anything he could to help a student. He's the man!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Would take again
5.0
2.0
HPA332
Dec 14, 2017
Would take again

a weekly quiz consisting of 20 T/F questions, and a weekly powerpoint. He wants all of his students to succeed. He keeps his lectures fresh. He has a real knowledge of what he's teaching. He would do anything to help a student out. He's flexible and hands down probably the best professor at psuab.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
MGMT331
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 7, 2018
Would take again

Not sure why I didn't take another class he taught earlier. My last semester. What you see is what you get. 20 Q T or F Quizzes weekly and prepare Powerpoint weekly on relevant topic to present if called on. Very knowledgeable. Give Jim a bigger room b/c every seat is full. Jim rocks.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Respected
5.0
4.0
BA100S
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 9, 2018
Would take again

Makes a hard class easy by focusing on real-world examples. Also incorporates examples from other countries. Twenty question quiz almost every week. Powerpoint due every week. Willing to help students when assigned Advisors are invisible and of no help.

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
ADVISE101
Grade: A
Feb 12, 2018
Would take again

Had Georges for class in the Fall. Most caring guy there is here. Get him to help you with your degree audit and getting classes you need to graduate. Actually takes the time to look at your audit. When your assigned advisor can't read, won't or can't help, Georges jumps in and offers to do something. Ab then gets involved.

Respected
Participation matters
Inspirational
5.0
5.0
ADVISE101
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2018
Would take again

Agreed. Not my assigned advisor who teaches in a totally different subject matter area than me and has no clue. Got to know where to find Georges but if you talk to him, he will help you get what you want. Georges saved me when my advisor had no clue. Funny teacher too.

Gives good feedback
Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
2.0
MGMT331
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2018
Would take again

Super easy going teacher, really wants his students to learn the info. He relates his lectures to real life situations and it makes sense. There's quizzes in the beginning of every class, 20 T/F questions. Also there's presentation outlines due every week but thats pretty much it. Would definitely take him again.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
1.0
BA100
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 19, 2018
Would take again

Not only a great professor, but also a great life guide. Inspiring human being, have a lot of degrees lol.

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 26, 2018
Would take again

Definetly one of the best professors at Penn State Abington by far. I had Jim for both BA321 and MGMT/331 this semester and he's great. In both classes we had weekly quizzes to complete which are not the easiest in the world, but he helps everyone out when he can, just talk to him. Jim is a gem, we love him. I wish Jim thought more classes at PSUA

Gives good feedback
Respected
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
1.0
MGMT331
Grade: A
May 3, 2018
Would take again

I respect this man a lot for many reasons. I always recommend to my friends this professor... just attend class, take your quizzes and you will pass with flying colors.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
MGMT331
Grade: A
May 7, 2018
Would take again

I've had Professor Jim pleantly of times here at Abington and passed! Turn in your articles and study for your exams and you will be fine! If his class is open, join ASAP!

Respected
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
4.0
MGMT321
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 1, 2018
Would take again

Rock star of Summer teachers. Shows you how to lead and manage. Fun class. Lots of documentaries and films. Do a presentation a week. 20 Question T & F quizzes. Makes mid-course adjustments to improve grades. Helps everyone.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
4.0
4.0
MGMT321
Grade: A
Aug 1, 2018
Would take again

Professor Jim is a great teacher to take any time you want to learn the Business craft, have fun learning leadership, or get a decent grade. He loves students. You have to put together a presentation a week and take a 20 Q T & F quiz every week. There actually are 20 students in his class in the Summer as opposed to 2 or 3 for the others.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
MGMT321
Grade: A
Aug 6, 2018
Would take again

High quality. Gives all the materials you need instead of making you buy a book. Actually uses the materials he provides. Sincerely cares.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
BA321
Grade: A+
Oct 10, 2018
Would take again

One of the best professors I've ever had. Just study the slides in Canvas for the quizzes every week and you'll pass. Quizzes are easy as they are more about learning how to read questions carefully then actually knowing 100% of the material. I would have him every semester if I could!

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
MGMT397
Grade: A
Nov 6, 2018
Would take again

Took this class as a HPA 332 class, but it came up as MGMT397 special topics. This teacher is one of the best, just come to class and you'll pass. Do the homework, and you'll pass. Highly recommend.

Hilarious
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
Caring
5.0
4.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 28, 2018
Would take again

Delta Force of teachers. Unstoppable. Relentless. Loves all students. Hilarious if you listen closely in class. Quizzes are sometimes difficult. Works with everyone to help them succeed. Wish I could take him every semester. Come to class, study what he tells you, turn in assignments on time, get a good grade. Repeat.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
MGMT321
Grade: A+
Nov 29, 2018
Would take again

One of the best professional teacher at penn state.

Respected
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
5.0
BA100
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

Clearly the nicest, smartest, most experienced teacher here. Cares if you do well in class and if you succeed in life. Hard but fair grader. Best teacher I had this semester. Quiz and project due every week but no cumulative exams. Wish I could take him for every class. Pay Jim more PSU.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MGMT397
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 7, 2018
Would take again

Easygoing. Can tell he enjoys teaching. Come to class and do as he says for a good grade and a good learning experience. He brings the materials to life with his experience. Will do anything to help a student in trouble.

Respected
Caring
5.0
4.0
MGMT397
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

Best teacher here at PSU. Take someone else for what he teaches and you will be sorry. Helps you solve problems when the front office, your adviser, or other teachers don't bother to listen. Wish I could take him again but I have taken everything he teaches.

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
B100
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

Best class all semester.

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
4.0
MGMT397
Grade: A
Dec 30, 2018
Would take again

The best. Get him as your wing-man and he helps you for life. Class was well organize, was up front about the work that needed to be done.

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MGMT331
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2019
Would take again

Show up to do True/ False quiz and you pass.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Graded by few things
5.0
2.0
BA321
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

Great class

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
BA100
Grade: A
Apr 29, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher. Subject matter is kinda bland.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Inspirational
3.0
3.0
BA100
Grade: A-
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

George is a nice guy but sometimes he plans quizzed in the last second. He does care about your grade.

Caring
Tough grader
5.0
5.0
BA100
Grade: A
May 5, 2019
Would take again

East rider. Georges runs a good class. Everything as on syllabus. You know what is going to happen every day. Quizzes on schedule and announced. Homework deadlines listed at beginning of semester. Come to class, study the materials, turn in your assignments, get an A.

Respected
Lots of homework
Inspirational
4.0
1.0
BA100
Grade: A
Aug 13, 2019
Would take again

This is probably one of the easiest classes you will ever take. You're graded on weekly quizzes and presentations (you won't even have to present!). The quizzes are based off his class lectures and they are all T/F. If you miss a quiz or feel you are not ready he allows you to take it at a later date and he will drop 1-2 of your worst scores.

Graded by few things
Test heavy
Caring
5.0
2.0
MGMT331
Grade: A
Dec 3, 2019
Would take again

Great teacher. Would take again. Just one quiz each week.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
5.0
BA321
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 15, 2019
Would take again

Too cool for this school. Works everywhere. Helps everyone. Don't mess with his Plan for your success.

Respected
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
5.0
BA321
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2020
Would take again

One of the few teachers here who is in business and knows what he is talking about. He has so many real examples that make it bearable to sit in class at night. The business plan assignment is hard but once you know how to analyze, you have the keys.

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BA321
Jan 26, 2020
Would take again

Sign up early to avoid having to wait another semester. George's is everything that is advertised so far. He is a nice man with lots of experience to share. He wants everyone to be successful. Wish the rest of the teachers are were like him and that he would teach more subjects.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
4.0
BA100
Grade: A+
Apr 2, 2020
Would take again

Had him for the fall semester at PSU Abington. One of the best professors since i have started college. He makes lectures interesting by adding personal stories and past experiences. He is a very well educated guy and the lectures reflect so. Pay attention in the class, study the material and you have a chance to score an A.

Respected
Inspirational
Hilarious
5.0
1.0
BA100
Grade: A+
May 5, 2020
Would take again

Great guy, easy class, very very nice. Just a weekly quiz which is so easy. I used to read the powerpoint slides 30 minutes before the quiz and get an A

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
BA321
Grade: A
May 9, 2020
Would take again

One of the greatest business professors. I've taken him for multiple classes. His lectures are very insightful and never boring. There's a T/F quiz (not to difficult) every class so attendance matters. And some light work allocated during the semester.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
5.0
MGMT397
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 6, 2020
Would take again

Cares about students and their success. Teaches COVID mixed mode but students can connect to class from wherever they want. Special topic is healthcare management. Variety of assignments. Case studies mimic work. Power point presentations turned in every week. No cumulative midterm or final. Possesses healthcare experience.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BA321
Grade: A
Jan 2, 2021
Would take again

Big project is a business plan. Taught some of the younger teachers here. Only cares that you do the work and get your money's worth. "School should be fun." Does not get wrapped around the hype. Will work with you no matter what happens. Just an all around nice person. Tons of experience - his lectures are always interesting.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
BA321
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2021
Would take again

By far one of the easiest classes to pass with him as your professor. Homework is minimal and the same every single weekend, so it becomes extremely easy to throw together. No quizzes. No tests. No finals. Lectures are long and boring, but he does care about teaching and is a great guy. Showed up to maybe 10 classes overall & still passed with an A

5.0
1.0
BA100
Grade: A-
Jan 7, 2022
Would take again

Prof Georges is a great professor who really cares about the course and students taking it. He provides real life examples of the content making it easier to understand and his classes are straightforward.

Inspirational
Lecture heavy
Caring
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