4.0

James Giordano

Business - LaGuardia Community College

4.0
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
88%
Would Retake
84
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4.0
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
3.9
Helpful
4.0
Clarity

88%

Would Retake

84

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

He is very polite and a great professor as well

BTT1010131 - 5.0 rating

This professor teaches by reading directly from slides that are created for the textbook

BTN211 - 4.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

94%

Textbook Required

85%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 15 grades
Most common grades:
A (12)
Rather_Not_Say (1)
B+ (1)
Grade Distribution
A(12)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(1)A-/B+(2)
Based on 17 reported grades
A: 12
Rather_Not_Say: 1
B+: 1
A-: 1
Common Tags
Respected (6)
Gives good feedback (5)
EXTRA CREDIT (4)
Caring (4)
Inspirational (3)
Participation matters (3)
Clear grading criteria (2)
Lots of homework (2)
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Reviews (84)
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AMM101
Mar 17, 2004

HE is one of the best teacher's in the school. Very easy to get along with and also very helpful towards his students.

5.0
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AMM101
Jun 7, 2004

He is a very nice professor, and always help his students.

2.0
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AMM104
Jun 27, 2004

No Comments

5.0
2.0
AMM101
Nov 9, 2004

He is a good professor. Some students may not agree, but once he sees you are doing your'e assignments,passing your exams and coming to class, you should come out of there with an easy B+ or an A.

5.0
2.0
AMN195
Nov 17, 2004

Two Words; Awesome teacher.

4.0
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AMN195
Jan 5, 2005

He's a nice guy, but very lazy, never give our paper back.

5.0
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AMM101
Jan 6, 2005

He was very fair. Straight forward. Not overwhelming with assignments. Very laidback. Soft spoken. I enjoyed his class and recommend him.

5.0
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AMM104
Jan 28, 2005

Although he relies on his laptop, his lectures are easy to understand.. he gives good examples, speaks clearly and is helpful to his students needs.

2.0
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AMN104
Feb 18, 2005

Very disorganized and unresponsible professor. DO NOT take this professor if you actually want to learn something in the class. His lectures are very poor...he basically just reads off the book' power point slides. One more thing...if you like Pr.Arroyo, you will most likely hate Giordano's classes.

5.0
1.0
AMM101
May 23, 2005

He is the bst teacher! don't forget JUST GO TO CLASS! That's all you need to do.

5.0
1.0
AMMIOI
Grade: Rather_Not_Say
Oct 19, 2005

GREAT

5.0
1.0
AMM101
Dec 19, 2005

Great teacher,attend classes and read, I got an A, he gives good explanatons please go to class.

5.0
1.0
AMM101
Jan 14, 2006

Dr. Giordano is a gentleman and a very good teacher. His homeworks are very easy to do and he is very helpful.

4.0
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AMM103AMM104
Jan 27, 2006

I like Giordano, he has a sincerity about him and he is extremely polite, though sometimes corny he is funny and i enjoyed his classes.Very strong person, there was a semster i took where he was going through alot of problems in his life and he pulled through it and gave 100%.I respect him so much.Alittle boring but not hard to understand or pass.

5.0
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AMM101
Feb 15, 2006

best professor in this department . he is very helpful you really learn this from his class

1.0
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AMM103
Mar 14, 2006

think clear eyes commercial...

3.0
1.0
AMM101
Apr 4, 2006

He's unorganized. He teaches everything exactly from the text book. His exams are fairly easy. He's a good professor. Participate, read your notes the day of taking them and you'll get an A

5.0
1.0
MANAGEMENT
Jun 20, 2006

very easy piece of mrshmallow

2.0
5.0
AMM103
Jun 22, 2006

exams very tricky and confusing nothing from the syllabus on the test

5.0
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AMM103
Jun 24, 2006

Great teacher. An easy A, come to class and buy text.

5.0
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AMM103
Sep 9, 2006

he is excellent professor in this campus man tell you that. he has a lot of experience and love to help his students . I like him he is great men . no matter what people say about his in you are in his class you will learn some how man ... best man in the campus

2.0
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AMN0
Dec 21, 2006

very bad + boring prof. gives loads of paper work. does not know how to teach students to understand the subject. a D+ teacher. skip him

4.0
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AMM101
Dec 23, 2006

he's a good teacher , you dont learnd that much in his class , but he will do anything to help you to pass his class

5.0
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AMM101
Feb 5, 2007

this guy is the best!!!!!!!!!!

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AMM101
Mar 5, 2007

OMG I LOVE THIS TEACHER HES THE BEST ... I RECOMEND ANY1 TO TAKE CLASS WIT HIM ... =]

4.0
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AMM261
Jun 7, 2007

Nice guy. Profesionally dressed. Very calm, very patient. Extremely laid back as far as assignments go. Not really the exciting type, but he gets the job done. The class itself was as dull as any of the other AMM 200 level courses.

3.0
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AMM104
Jun 17, 2007

Do these: be present in class. be professional. pass the test. go over the final project until you understand every point of it.

1.0
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AMN104
Jun 30, 2007

he is an ****..you don't want to take his class..you will fail his class..guyz please don't take his class...thankssssss..

4.0
4.0
AMM104
Jul 29, 2007

First, make a point of calling him using the correct prefix 'Dr. Giordano' (he notes respect). His class was marketing class was cool. I learn alot as I was forced to push myself to study (he doesn't spoon feed). He doesn't give out many assignments and start studying based on the syllabus also be as creative as possible w/ the project he gives.

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AMM101
Aug 3, 2007

i love this Professors if you do what you need to do for the class you can pass it with at least an c the final project is fun and he is really nice everyone in my class had a good time many of they are taking him again for other Business classes

1.0
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AMM104
Sep 13, 2007

He is one of the Raciest prof. I ever see in LaGcc. Department should kick him out forever. He doesn't know how to teach. He uses CD in the computer and read every single lines form the CD. He does not explain anything. Nothing come out from his head. His grading wrost. I got 97 of the 1st test, did quizzes,project. As a result i got C.Bull****.

4.0
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AMM101
Dec 19, 2007

This is an easy class if you attend class, read the textbook and do the few simple assignments. The prof mostly uses powerpoint and text book to teach his class. If students don't ask questions he will go ahead with the lessons. However even though you may not pay attention during his class cause it can get boring as long as you read the textbook y

5.0
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AMM101
Dec 21, 2007

Very easy teacher. Complete all assignments, and you dont really need to study that hard for the test. He gives you all the info you need to succeed. A + Teacher! Please make sure u address him as Doctor Giordano, he is not a Professor so respect it!

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AMM104
Dec 31, 2007

Never take his class if you don't wanna your grade!!!!Terrible, and terrible professor.If your language is not English, you can't get A even if studying hard.Wast of your time and money!!

5.0
3.0
AMM101
Mar 8, 2008

I love this Professor because he believes in hands on experience over textbook and reading and writing. he is always available to help.

5.0
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AMM104
Jun 14, 2008

he is really good in teaching and explaining, he prepares you well for exam and will give you extra credit assisgment just to help you pass the class. he is willing to help and very understandable. i had him in intro to business and marketing. he always jokes around and help you enjoy the time in class.

5.0
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AMM101
Aug 21, 2008

I LOVED HIM, HE IS A GREAT PROFESSOR I WISH THERE WERE MORE LIKE HIM VERY HELPFUL. IF ANY ONE DID NOT PASS HIS CLASS IT'S BECAUSE THEY DID NOT TRY OR DID NOT WORK HARD FOR IT VERY NICE GUY TREATS STUDENTS WELL.

5.0
1.0
AMN195
Dec 17, 2008

The coolest Doctor(professor) ever. Understandable, gives easy exams. However, must refer to him as Doctor Giordano, not professor. You will love his class. Grades fairly and his class is very interesting. Take him, the best.

1.0
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AMN195
Jun 22, 2009

His smile is very cute, but don't faith to his smile, because it will cheat you. He makes the class unnecessery hard. I did my all work very sincerely, but he lost my two my major paper I give him again but he never grade it. Don't take him you will get a C.

4.0
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AMM103
Aug 16, 2009

A lazy professor. That's why easy exams and assignment accomplished. Really helpful with extra credit. Take him. You will not regard it!!

5.0
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AMM104
Sep 16, 2009

His assingments and tests are not hard and u could easy get a good grade. However, sometimes he could be very disorganized: on the day of our test he came 45min late (for the 1h class) and lowered grade to everybody who left class after 30 min waiting for him. I think this is not fair:(

4.0
3.0
BTM104
Dec 3, 2009

Truly cares about his students.

3.0
3.0
BTT101
Jul 13, 2010

Pompous, disorganized, and unprofessional. Not worth taking him for any Travel & Tourism / Hospitality Management courses.

4.0
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BTM102
Dec 28, 2010

Giordano class was boring but fun, he asks students about their opinion, never judges and gives students breaks. Very understanding professor even if you failed some exams he will try to help you get a better grade. Great professor!

3.0
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BTT101
Dec 29, 2010

Difficult to get an A in this course. Teaches with the use of power point presentations so you must read each chapter in your textbook. Exams are True or False, Multiple Choice and Essay format.

5.0
1.0
BTM101
Feb 22, 2011

HE IS WONDERFUL! DR. GIORDANO WILL EXPLAIN TOO U ANYTHING U WANT TO KNOW ABOUT BUSINESS OVER AND OVER! HE IS RESPECTFUL TO ALL STUDENTS AND HE IS SMILING ALL THE TIME. HE GIVES TO STUDENTS OPPORTUNITY FOR EXTRA CREDIT.REVIEWS FOR TESTS ARE CLEAR AND TESTS ARE BASED EXACTLY ON THEM. I RECOMMEND DR. GIORDANO LIKE NO OTHER STAFF SO FAR!

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BTT223
Jun 14, 2011

This class was the easiest class I took. 2 exams. Never had time to read the book. We reached only to chapter 5. We were out putting what we learned into practice. The final was our journals of events we attended. Seems like an easy A, but he grades in a weird way. Most of my grades are B+. He is very unorganized and forgets what he gives as H.W.

2.0
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BTT101
Jun 23, 2011

Helpful, somewhat inspiring, assertive -but a little dull. His class gave me a mild headache. Can be difficult to deal with, but odds are you won't have any problems.

3.0
1.0
BTT223
Jul 28, 2011

As an instructor he actually forgot that I was a member of his class. I was concerned for my grade and had to speak to a department chair. I think he should retire.

2.0
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BTM104
Aug 16, 2011

Took him in short section. He is more lazier than the students. No test or finals were given, which is not a good thing. Took 1 week out of a 6 weeks to go on his vacation. Read about only 4 chapters of power points to us. Rest of the class he either cancels it when you get there, or let us go in 1hr early. He does not know how to grade you clearly

4.0
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BTT231
Feb 10, 2012

There were only 2 exams, a midterm, which was 6 chapters, and a final comprised of 8 chapters. Also, there was a field trip to a hotel and 2 essays were assigned. Prof. Giordano was generous with giving opportunities for extra credit. Just participate, and memorize the material for exams, and you will do fine.

5.0
1.0
BTT231
Mar 2, 2012

During the short semester only two exams: Multiple choice, True/False questions and short answer essays. A field trip to a business hotel was mandatory, and the class had to write two short essays regarding the field trip. You can easily get an A, by writing professionally, memorizing the material for exams, as well as class participation.

5.0
1.0
BTT223
May 27, 2012

This was a Hybrid course, which met only 1 hour per week, and one - two pages of writing assigments were given every other week. Overall this course was easy. You will be involved with working a couple of events. You must write well, and in your own words with no plagiarism, and you must utilize Meeting & Event Planning language for your reports.

5.0
1.0
BTT232
Aug 15, 2012

Took this easy course during Spring 2nd semester. Learned about front office mgmt techniques by visiting various hotels. One midterm with T/F and Multiple Choice questions, and a lot of writing assignments.

5.0
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BTT101
Jan 5, 2013

Great Professor, good teaching skills and good humor. Just do your assignments, pay attention in class, his tests are multiple choice and an essay. Great Professor!

4.0
1.0
BTN211
Jan 31, 2013

This professor teaches by reading directly from slides that are created for the textbook. You could stay home reading the same slides & learn the same thing. Even though most of his classes are easy i would NOT recommend him. His feedback on work is not considered constructive criticism just rude. Avoid taking him.

5.0
1.0
BTI201
Feb 26, 2013

Dr, Giordano has a natural flair for motivating and inspiring students like myself to excel in the Travel, Tourism and Hospitality industry. It was a privilege and honor to intern for him.

4.0
2.0
BTT
Mar 2, 2013

You will need the textbooks for most classes, his classes are pretty easy with just reading and writing. Pay attention and you will get an A. The classes are a bore and are pretty dull, made me want to sleep.

5.0
1.0
BTT101
Jun 15, 2013

It's an easy A if you memorize the notes he will give you prior to taking his exams and two out of three exams are multiple choice, True/False and a short essay. The final was a take home exam, five essay topics. Also, there is very little homework and a travel writing assignment.

2.0
1.0
BTN211
Aug 12, 2013

This independent study "writing intensive" course was great. I was flying solo for the most part. I only saw the prof. twice. Never received any feedback from him for my various assignments, but I received an "A" for the course. I guess no news is good news in my case.

2.0
1.0
BTN211
Aug 12, 2013

This independent study writing intensive course was great. I was flying solo for the most part and only saw the professor twice during the Spring - 2nd semester. Never received any feedback from him for my various assignments, but I received an "A" for the course. I guess no news is good news in my case.

3.0
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BTN211
Aug 12, 2013

His teaching methods are ordinary and unfortunately this man is a deceptively overachiever with a ruthless side. When it boils down to student efforts, nothing is ever good enough for him, and it never occurred to this man that students are people with feelings. The butt that he kicks will eventually be the butt that he will kiss.

5.0
1.0
BTT101
Nov 22, 2013

Amazing Professor very experienced in the field of the tourism and hospitality industry and very helpful to the ones that are trying! Work hard and you will get a good grade

5.0
3.0
BTT231
Grade: B+
Jun 12, 2014

Giordano is the best teacher in Laguardia he is flexible and understanding. Always there to help and has a great knowledge of the hospitality field

3.0
3.0
101
Dec 21, 2014

He has the cuttest smile ever. His work isn't that easy. But he doesn't make you stress . I kind of liked it

5.0
2.0
BTT1010131
Grade: A
Jun 16, 2015

Dr. Giordano is very knowledgeable in the hospitality field. He is very polite and a great professor as well. If you are a persistent student, and you pass his exams, he certainly gives you A. Otherwise, don't expect A if you never do anything. One more thing, he is very helpful and offers extra credits. Be able to work. Life is based on sacrifices

5.0
2.0
BTT101
Grade: A
Sep 1, 2015

Very knowledgeable about the hospitality business, takes field trips to hotels or restaurants, funny and interested in interaction with the students. Try to participate, very important to him! I recommend him, very good prof.

5.0
3.0
BTT101
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

he is very patient and kind understanding he gives extra credit for students that need to catch up just a pleasant person to deal with

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
1.0
1.0
BTT101
Jun 12, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Does not see potential in his students & doesn't care about us either. He's too busy with a lot of responsibilities and doesn't have a clear grading system, super disorganized and so hard to communicate an actual conversation with because his mind will be on cloud 9 as you speak. But the exams are easy, so just have to deal with him.

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
3.0
BTT101
Grade: A
Jul 24, 2017
Would take again

He is an excellent teacher and has a lot of knowledge of the subject in the class, he give extra credit if you need help, just attends his classes, do the homework and quiz and you will get an easy A.

Respected
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
BTT231
Grade: A-
Aug 8, 2017
Would take again

Where do I start with Giordano such an amazing professor, very caring, helpful, and amazing! I feel if you do your reading you'll get a great grade on class work and exams. Keep being amazing !!

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Caring
5.0
2.0
BTT101
Grade: A
Feb 14, 2018
Would take again

Doctor Giordano is the best professor at LaGuardia college. He is very knowledgeable about Tourism and Hospitality field and also his lectures are hilarious. He is trying his best to involve students in converstions and gives tons of opportunities for extra credit. He is truly one of a kind, I will miss having him as my professor.

5.0
2.0
BTN211
Grade: A
Mar 27, 2019
Would take again

The best professor EVER !!!

4.0
2.0
BTT101
May 3, 2019
Would take again

One of my favorite professors!! He gives extra credit. Push back exam/presentation dates if needed.

Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
BTT101
Grade: A
Dec 21, 2019
Would take again

He is the best professor in LaGuardia community college. I love his class. I will 100% recommend student to take his classes. Such a lovely professor!!!!

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
4.0
2.0
BTT223
Grade: A
Jun 13, 2020
Would take again

I had this professor 4 times.I chose his class because it is very easy. I had harder classes so I chose his class to balance it off. Participate, do the work & you will do great. This class is a piece of cake. The exams he gives you a lot of hints,he literally gives you the pages. BUT He is boring, he reads off his powerpoints. I fell asleep a lot

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
BTM104
Grade: Rather not say
Jun 18, 2020
Would take again

An amazing Marketing professor. He is kind and understanding, would move deadlines around to give everyone a chance to complete assignments. At first his class might seen challenging however he simplified it , in the end you will be able to write a professional marketing plan.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
BTM104
Grade: A
Jun 20, 2020
Would take again

Professor Dr. James Giordano is a nice professor. I never witnessed him to judge any of the students of their works. He gives you lots of work but in the end you get a good grade definitely.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Lots of homework
5.0
1.0
BTT232
Grade: A
Aug 20, 2020
Would take again

This professor is boring to me, I took him 5 times because I had tough classes. You really do get to learn because when it comes to presentations (which he loves) he asks questions just to see if you understand what you are talking about. If you feel doubtful about anything just talk to him. Build a great relationship with him because he's helpful.

EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
BTN211
Aug 2, 2022
Would take again

Professor is very fair in grading and really helps you understand the material.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
1.0
4.0
BTT101
Grade: F
Dec 20, 2023

This professor has been using his teaching method for decades, he doesn't update his techniques, which makes it hard to understand. He is boring, sits there, and just reads PowerPoints. He doesn't know how to keep his students awake, or motivated at all. He is a tough grader also.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
BTT101
Grade: A
Jan 5, 2024
Would take again

I really liked having him as my professor. He is really caring and nice to students. The lessons he gave was very interesting and fun to listen to. I wish he taught other classes because he was one of my favorites.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BTT223
Grade: A
Mar 6, 2025
Would take again

Professor Giordano makes the lessons fun and is great to be around. He gives us projects, reports, and writing assignments. It's an easy A if you are a student that is willing to work hard and pay attention. I'm taking another class with him called BTT 212 which is customer service and sales. I'm glad I'm taking him again for my courses.

Participation matters
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
BTT
Grade: A
Jun 25, 2025
Would take again

I took Professor Giordano for BTT 212, BTT 223 and BTT 101. He is an amazing professor and very nice. The lessons he taught was amazing and kept me engaged. He is very nice and I wish he taught all of my hospitality classes. He didn't give a lot of homework and helped me develop a lot of skills like public speaking. He is wonderful.

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Respected
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

94%

Textbook Required

85%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 15 grades
Most common grades:
A (12)
Rather_Not_Say (1)
B+ (1)
Grade Distribution
A(12)B(0)C(0)D(0)F(1)A-/B+(2)
Based on 17 reported grades
A: 12
Rather_Not_Say: 1
B+: 1
A-: 1
Common Tags
Respected (6)
Gives good feedback (5)
EXTRA CREDIT (4)
Caring (4)
Inspirational (3)
Participation matters (3)
Clear grading criteria (2)
Lots of homework (2)
Rating Trend

Improving

+0.33 avg change
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Last 6 months
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AMMIOI

5.0

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MANAGEMENT

5.0

(1)

BTM101

5.0

(1)

BTT232

5.0

(2)

BTI201

5.0

(1)
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BTM102

5.0

AMN104

4.0

AMN0

4.0

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