4.1

Jeffrey Sacksner

Business - Concordia University

4.1
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
66%
Would Retake
158
Reviews
4.1
Quality
3.0
Difficulty
4.1
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

66%

Would Retake

158

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

103

4

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3

7

2

9

1

18

What Students Say

Lectures are more entertaining than they are useful

COMM222 - 5.0 rating

Avoid him if possible

COMM401 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

94%

Textbook Required

75%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 24 grades
Most common grades:
A- (9)
B+ (7)
B (4)
Grade Distribution
A(2)B(6)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(16)
Based on 28 reported grades
A-: 9
B+: 7
B: 4
Not sure yet: 3
Common Tags
Hilarious (11)
Get ready to read (9)
Participation matters (6)
Gives good feedback (5)
Tough Grader (4)
Skip class? You won't pass. (4)
Tough grader (4)
Respected (3)
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Ratings by Course

222

5.0

(1)

MANA461

5.0

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OB

5.0

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ENTREPRENEUR

5.0

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ENTREPRNEURSHIP

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+11 more courses
Difficulty by Course

GDBA538

4.0

comm227

4.0

COMM401

3.5

COMM210

3.2

COMM222

3.0

Reviews (158)
5.0
1.0
COMM222
Jan 10, 2003

WOW!! Need I say more

5.0
2.0
MANA461
Feb 4, 2003

Amazing, energetic, very helpful

5.0
3.0
COMM222
Feb 22, 2003

Great guy, great prof, I love him :)

5.0
3.0
OB
Feb 26, 2003

No Comments

5.0
3.0
OB
Mar 5, 2003

What eye candy! Shake that groove thang!....M-A

5.0
1.0
222
Mar 29, 2003

No Comments

5.0
4.0
COMM401
Oct 29, 2003

In my three and half years at Concordia,Mr. Sackner has been by far my best teacher. He makes the class so interesting, always brings in great guest speakers and is always ready to help students and answer any questions . He is honestly the best!!!

5.0
3.0
COMM401
Oct 30, 2003

By far the best teacher I have ever had. I look forward to going to his class, even though it's at night. He has taught me so much! I am so thankful to have had him as my teacher. Other teachers can learn alot from him.

5.0
3.0
COMM401
Nov 11, 2003

Mr. Sacksner is honestly the best teacher I have ever had. He really cares about his students and truly wants to help them. He makes class super interesting and fun, and I actually enjoy going to his class! Thanks Sir! You're the best!

5.0
2.0
COMM401
Nov 23, 2003

Yes, they are absolutely right! The best prof. I've ever meet in this school! Actually he is the kind of prof. who is able to make the school a great place to study. Did I tell you how I enjoy your class? Thank you so much, sir.

5.0
3.0
COMM401
Dec 4, 2003

Amazing teacher! Made class worth going to every week. Such a nice and approachable guy!

5.0
3.0
COMM210
Apr 9, 2004

The best teacher yet!! Very cool guy so approachable you'll be calling him your buddy by the end of the term. Great examples and full of enthusiasm to teach even at 10pm. Bottom line awesome just awesome must take.

5.0
2.0
COMM320
Apr 10, 2004

No Comments

4.0
2.0
COMM210
Apr 25, 2004

A unique and valuable teacher. You wish all your teachers were as cool as him. HURRAY FOR JEFF!

4.0
3.0
COMM210
Sep 16, 2004

He is nice guy. He makes every class funny, and we really enjoy it.

5.0
4.0
COMM320
Dec 9, 2004

the guest speakers, who he broght in almost everyweek, were admirable. you will learn real world knowledge in a relaxed atmosphere.

5.0
2.0
ENTREPRENEUR
Jan 25, 2005

THis is by far one of the best teachers I have ever had, I got him once by chance and then I switched my schedule to take him again because I loved the class. His personality and the way he cares is truely amazing.

5.0
2.0
ENTREPRNEURSHIP
Apr 22, 2005

This is the best teacher ever. I am trying to take him for the 3rd time this summer. He makes the class amazing and he is so helpful. the fact that he is eye candy does not hurt a bit!

5.0
4.0
COMM401
Aug 11, 2005

THE BEST! Take him, he's helpful, always available for students (he gives his cell phone number). He brings amazing guest speakers... He makes the content interesting... He expects a lot from students but u'll want to give him ur best! Going to his class in the summer was not a torture. Thanks a lot Jeff!!!!

4.0
2.0
COMM401
Aug 17, 2005

Simply entertaining! U learn alot about strategy! guest speakers are real professionals and class is so much fun.Very knowledgeable and calss is very interactive.Make sure you can accept criticism and be put on the spot. He's a real jokester. Jeff, if ur reading this: I got my 4 eyes watching!!!

5.0
3.0
COMM401
Aug 19, 2005

I actually was looking forward to class cause of him. Great guy, very smart, clever & funny. Knows his stuff inside & out. Makes the material interesting. Very bright & fascinating guest speakers, adorable kids. You end up wanting to make him proud. I wanna pick his brains some more, he’s captivating. I wish I could take another class with him.

5.0
3.0
COMM401
Grade: B
Aug 19, 2005

They’re right, he’s one hell of a teacher. Always available for you, answers all questions. Very good strategist. Re-arrange you’re whole schedule if you have to, he’s worth it. BTW he’s teaching MANA 461 this fall.

5.0
4.0
COMM401
Sep 6, 2005

FAB TEACHER! Funny, knowledgeable, helpful. Jeff makes the concepts clear and easy to relate to real life. He inspires you to do him proud and goes above and beyond his duties to make sure you understand everything. Jeff, if you want me to stop laughing, STOP BEING FUNNY!!!

5.0
3.0
COMM401
Sep 18, 2005

Amazing teacher! I took a class with him twice and it was the best decision I made. I actually looked foward to going to his classes, I've learned so much and had lots of fun. By far, the best teacher I've had at Concordia so do whatever it takes to take Jeff as your teacher. Thanks for 2 great classes Jeff! You have the most adorable kids :)

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Nov 11, 2005

Amazing teacher best teacher alive

2.0
3.0
COMM320
Dec 12, 2005

Will bring good speakers, but will make you work harder for the project than any other teacher. Funny, but not a very good teacher.

4.0
2.0
COMM320
Dec 15, 2005

definitely a lot of business experience, humorous and entertaining.as for course material, sometimes it feels like he taeaches a chapter in 5 min, less emphasis on theory more on talking about it and relating to real life.not bad. participate.let him know you re there-get on his good side.can do well if u work for it.

5.0
2.0
COMM320
Dec 20, 2005

Excellent teacher, theory is briefy looked over, but he makes sure that we learn to apply it to different situations.

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Jan 6, 2006

funny-friendly-cares about you. tough grader but I learned alot. Made a boring class interesting and you actually learn about real life situations. Best comm teacher ever! Thanks Jeff - you're the best!

4.0
4.0
COMM222
May 31, 2006

I registered for his class this spring '06. He is very funny. At times you would think that you are in a theatre.He goes through lectures really fast. Does he explain the material? Very briefly. If you want to learn "DO NOT TAKE HIS CLASS" .Appears to have preferences for Athletes.Be on his good side.

5.0
2.0
COMM222
Jun 5, 2006

AMAZING prof. Likes to get the whole class involved. Great memory, remembers names pretty fast. Grading is fair & he really wants to help. You can tell he cares about his students. Explains concepts with vivid examples that are memorable. If you take this FUN class you'll get input from the real practical business world & the text! I took'em twice!

5.0
2.0
COMM320
Jun 6, 2006

He is always available for his students either before or after class. he is so available he even gives his students his cell phone number. His lectures are interesting and focus on teh real-world. He brings in tons of guest-speakers, which really adds a lot to the class. he is funny and extremly knowledgeable about business and indusrty. Best prof!

5.0
4.0
COMM320
Aug 22, 2006

He might have ADD because he goes way off topic when gets distracted. His lecture notes/powerpoint slides are very useful but reading the text book is crucial. He is always willing to help before or after class but sometimes he isn't very clear in his explanations. He also has unreasonably high expectations for students.

5.0
2.0
COMM210
Sep 16, 2006

Eye candy... need I say more

5.0
1.0
COMM210
Dec 18, 2006

If more professors were like Jeff, students would actually enjoy coming to school...He is by far the best teacher at Concordia. EASY CLASS & EASY MARKER...Tells you exactly what's on the exam and even brings candy for his students...If you do your work, participate and listen to his jokes (BTW...he's HILARIOUS)...you're guaranteed an A+.

3.0
5.0
COMM320
Jan 3, 2007

tough grader !!! guess speakers are much better than him.

4.0
4.0
COMM222
Mar 16, 2007

funny guy, but not an easy marker. If you are not a native speaker of English, don't take his course.

5.0
3.0
COMM210
Apr 13, 2007

The most energetic and interactive course curriculum to date. J.Sacksner is totally involved and intent on making sure his students learn a great deal. There's no room for improvement here. I would register for every course he teaches without hesitation. A great asset to Concordia and the student population.

4.0
3.0
COMM210
Apr 19, 2007

He is nice teacher but his teacher styles is not that great. He does not prepare the exam as it supposed to be. Pick Fred Mcgreggor the easiest teacher of all time.

5.0
3.0
COMM401
Apr 23, 2007

Jeff is an amazing prof - by far the best at Concordia!! He has incredible business knowledge and very approachable (even gives you his cell phone#). He really makes class fun, gets you to participate and enjoy learning.

5.0
2.0
COMM210
Apr 24, 2007

Jeff is an excellent professor! COMM 210 involves a lot of work, but he goes out of his way to make it digestible. His sense of humor and teaching style make you look forward to coming to class. Pay attention, participate and do the work and you'll do great. I highly recommend Jeff’s class.

5.0
3.0
COMM210
Apr 24, 2007

Definitely try to take him if you can. Jeff is a great teacher. He is hysterical, gets the whole class involved and makes sure you learn a lot. Made a difficult class lots of fun.

5.0
2.0
COMM210
May 3, 2007

Awesome TEacher! The way teaching should be done. Enthusiastic and carzy at times but worth the ride. Great experience highly recommended! Melts in your mouth not in your hand!

4.0
3.0
COMM320
May 6, 2007

I took 2 classes with him. COMM 212 and COMM 320. He sounds like a nice guy and he acts like a real businessman. He provides something other teachers don't. He won't give u low marks but it is not easy to get an A from him. If you aim at an A, don't take him, otherwise his class is fun.

5.0
3.0
COMM320
May 6, 2007

Amazing prof!! Boy, this guy has an unbelievable amount of energy!!! Really gets you excited and interested in the class material. He really wants you to learn. Lots of business experience and it shows. Worth taking the class.

5.0
4.0
COMM210
May 16, 2007

The most fun i've had...great party last class!

2.0
3.0
COMM320
Jun 26, 2007

Wastes class time trying to make jokes (which aren't very funny). Then class is forced to teach themeselves because he couldn't manage to get all the class material into one semester. He's definately smart but NOT a professor.

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Jun 26, 2007

The Best teacher at JMSB. Extremely knowledgeable and manages to get everyone's attention and participation. Thanks for a great semester!!

2.0
3.0
COMM320
Jun 27, 2007

Useless class.

5.0
4.0
COMM401
Jul 1, 2007

Excellent teacher. Helps u understand strategy using real business examples. Provides immediate feedback unlike all other profs which is a big plus. Strongly recommend.

5.0
5.0
COMM320
Jul 2, 2007

Jeff is a really good teacher who is always available. His notes/slides are realy helpful... Good guest speaker. The business plan was a lot of work.. If you work hard and you'll do fine in his class

5.0
3.0
COMM210
Jul 4, 2007

Excellent professor. Good notes, very funny and helped you understand the course material. He seems to really wants you to learn.

4.0
2.0
COMM210
Aug 9, 2007

Challenging but fair. Explanations are clear

5.0
2.0
COMM222
Sep 11, 2007

Amazing teacher! He is super funny and interesting. First time I actually looked forward going to class since it was so much fun!

5.0
3.0
COMM210
Sep 12, 2007

Love him... An Amazing teacher who really knows how to get the class motivated to learn.

2.0
4.0
COMM210
Nov 12, 2007

Fun, that is all the class is about! Do you want to learn or have a good time? It is all up to you!

5.0
3.0
COMM210
Nov 24, 2007

Really good teacher. Course involves lots of reading!!! Explanations are clear. Excellent notes.

5.0
1.0
COMM320
Nov 29, 2007

Wow, best prof at Concordia! Took him in summer. Really stimulates your thinking. Great notes. You'll learn alot.

4.0
2.0
COMM210
Dec 13, 2007

great prof

5.0
3.0
COMM210
Dec 17, 2007

Jeff rules!!!!! Final grades were in instantly (love it..love him). Lots business experience.

4.0
3.0
COMM210
Dec 17, 2007

WAYYY too hypper all the time. Nice and very funny guy. He is also pretty attractive. Hard exams, somewhat a tough marker.

5.0
4.0
COMM210
Dec 24, 2007

jeff is the man! never a boring class, hes always crackin jokes. one of the premier professors in the game. you're lucky if u get him. good times.

5.0
1.0
COMM210
Jan 4, 2008

Very energetic, makes articles and claims very clear, and best of all is really cute !

4.0
3.0
COMM210
Mar 13, 2008

No Comments

5.0
4.0
COMM320
Mar 21, 2008

Really good prof. very approachable and available. Good notes.

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Apr 13, 2008

Great prof. Learned a lot in a fun environment. Keeps you on your toes. Brough in interesting guest speakers. Highly recommend. Would like to take him for 401.

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Apr 23, 2008

Wow - Jeff has loads of energy.. Really enjoyed his class. Grades were in the next day. which is first for me.

5.0
4.0
COMM320
Apr 24, 2008

Funny.

3.0
3.0
ACAC
May 8, 2008

No Comments

5.0
2.0
COMM320
Jun 12, 2008

Amazing teacher, very friendly and available. He makes the class interesting with his explainations and jokes. He waas very hyper though. I took him in the summer and he taught us the material in 11 classes instead of 14. Definitely hot!

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Jun 25, 2008

Love him.. Great teacher who realy wants you to learn. Always available and immediate feedback - Yes imediate, unlike everyone else. Very funny and attractive too!!

5.0
3.0
COMM210
Nov 3, 2008

Great Prof!

2.0
5.0
COMM210
Dec 18, 2008

he is useless and very hard marker thinking that everything is a joke and only the natives like him ! he talks too much and is extremely annoying

1.0
5.0
COMM210
Dec 22, 2008

Last guy nailed it.Very hard grader and wastes time with his bad jokes.

4.0
2.0
COMM210
Dec 25, 2008

If you want good grade, I would avoid him

5.0
5.0
COMM210
Jan 3, 2009

Jeff's class isn't easy. If you want to get an easy A, he's not your guy. Take him if you wanna learn and have fun. You have to read a lot and participate, the midterm and final are hard. But he def makes the class interesting. And don't be offended by racial jokes, he's an overall good guy and doesn't mean harm - just takes it too far sometimes :)

1.0
5.0
COMM210
Jan 6, 2009

avoid avoid and avoid, you will waste your time with this kind of teacher, he doesnt know anything and makes stupid jokes !!!

1.0
2.0
COMM210
Jan 8, 2009

Good notes. You will have to work hard.

5.0
4.0
COMM210
Jan 12, 2009

Really enjoyed his class - keeps it lively. Grades were in next day.. Wow..

1.0
5.0
COMM210
Jan 12, 2009

Useless! Avoid if you don't want to screw your Gpa.There are much better teachers.

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Jan 26, 2009

Luv him! Really energetic, makes the class interesting and gets u working!

5.0
4.0
COMM320
Feb 16, 2009

Awesome. I Actually look forward to coming to class. He is very approachable and makes the course fun. He's not too hard to look at either.

5.0
1.0
COMM320
Mar 27, 2009

This is my last year at Concordia, and this is the best teacher so far. I highly recommend him.

1.0
5.0
COMM210
Mar 30, 2009

He corrects 70-80 Exams in a day.Disrespect to your Exam.He will make view about you in the class and mark accordingly.If you can write well take him but you wont learn anything.

5.0
4.0
COMM320
Apr 24, 2009

I wish all teachers were like him. Really tries to get you to participate. He does have an enormous amount of energy. In summary - enjoyable class and I learned a lot. Highly recommend. If he was teaching 401 I would take him instantly.

2.0
4.0
COMM210
May 2, 2009

I don't understand why anyone would take this teacher.He teaches you like its an MBA course.With half the effort that you have to put in his class, you can get a+ with other teachers.Its an easy course (depending on the teacher) with lot of reading.Better save your time for stats or accounting.

5.0
2.0
COMM320
May 3, 2009

Energetic prof. The class doesn't require much of your time (not like any of the finance or accounting courses). We finished the course material weeks ahead. Quizzes are a joke. Impossible to get a perfect grade on presentations or the project though. Note: Make sure you establish your presence in his class. Very fun, RECOMMEND in a heart beat.

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Jun 21, 2009

AMAZING.. Let me say it again.....AMAZING.... The best at Concordia. Completely changes the game. Extremely knowledgeable, helpful & very approachable. Looked forward to class. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.

5.0
2.0
COMM320
Jul 28, 2009

He is a good teacher, concordia could use more like him. He is a little arrogant at times but livable. Study your stuff and participate in class and you`ll do just fine. B+ with moderate work. Recommended

5.0
2.0
COMM320
Sep 2, 2009

Excellent and approachable. Really liked him and his teaching style. Great business experience. Course was challenging, but not too Crazy.

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Apr 18, 2010

Loved his class! Very very entertaining! Funny, helpful and approachable! Highly recommended!!

5.0
3.0
IBUS466
Apr 28, 2010

He's the best prof in ibus. The minute he walked into the room I was sure we would learn from his experience. Lots of energy. Very demanding, but he does in a great way!! If I wasn't graduating then I would take him again in a second.

5.0
3.0
IBUS466
May 8, 2010

Hands down the best prof at JMSB. Intelligent, animated, funny, experienced, just plain and simply a great person to have teaching you a course. He expects alot out of you for both the exams and assignments but offers you all the help and insight you need. He responds to your emails within minutes. Highly, highly recommended

5.0
2.0
COMM320
May 13, 2010

I've attended 3 unversities in Canada, and 3 abroad, and this teacher easily competed for the number 1 position in my book. Humble, confident, knowledgeble, thinks on his feet, a natural born educator and businessman. A great human being, a waste not to experience being his student. No B.S, gotta own your material.

4.0
2.0
MBA609
Jun 7, 2010

Good prof, fun and energetic. Tough marker on projects and cases.

5.0
2.0
IBUS466
Jun 10, 2010

Best Prof I got during my time at Concordia. Your crazy not to take his class, extremely fun and interesting. Hard marker on project and cases but very helpful criticism later on.

2.0
4.0
COMM320
Aug 19, 2010

Good slides. Knew what he was talking about. Extremely VAIN. Thinks he is in the comedy business and spends half the class practicing his routine. Everyone seemed to think he was funny but I wanted to take my eyes out and put them in my ears.

5.0
2.0
COMM320
Aug 31, 2010

Great teacher, funny, sarcastic, he might pick on u, very real world oriented, quizzes study 4m slides good feedback but very precise tough grader, but worth his class. ps: pick ur group very wisely!!!

5.0
1.0
COMM210
Dec 14, 2010

Best Prof ever. highly highly recommended. hes reachable at anytime

5.0
2.0
COMM210
Dec 18, 2010

Great teacher, take him! Teaches you everything you need to know in class and keeps you awake...I had a night class with him and no one ever skipped, really fun teacher! As long as you show your face in class and participate he marks you really well....the material is dull so if you have to take it definitely take Jeff!!

5.0
1.0
COMM320
Apr 21, 2011

COMM 320, is a pretty useless class, it's like a chapter out of OB and another out of Marketing taught over 4 months. Waste of time, that's why you MUST TAKE JEFF!! BEST TEACHER! Great for your GPA, never keeps you in for the full 2.5hr. grades for this semester: 1A+ 4A 12A- 13B+ 10B 6B- 1C+ 4C 0C- 0D+ 0D 0D- 0F

5.0
2.0
IBUS466
Apr 24, 2011

Just one word: Wow! The best teacher I ever had for the past three years. He knows what he's talking about, extremely motivated and simply alive. Attendance is important for him, his multiple choice questions can be tricky but if you studied well, you will do well! BEST PROF EVER, I wish he was teaching more classes!

1.0
5.0
COMM320
May 23, 2011

stay away from him! Hard grader as hell!

1.0
5.0
COMM401
Jun 28, 2011

DO NOT RECOMMEND! VERY HARD MARKER!

1.0
5.0
COMM401
Jun 29, 2011

Someone just erased my previous rating!!! This prof is not fair, makes fun of students, canceled classes and most important his grading very harsh! If I new I wouldn't register for his section.

1.0
5.0
COMM401
Jun 29, 2011

Please, do not delete our ratings! The only thing I have to say about this prof is bad experience! Take another prof if possible!

5.0
2.0
COMM320
Aug 29, 2011

AMAZING Teacher. Really wanted us to learn. Knows his stuff. Project was a lot of work, but learned a lot. Highly recommend.

1.0
5.0
COMM401
Sep 5, 2011

Avoid him! Very hard marker.

5.0
2.0
IBUS466
Dec 15, 2011

The best teacher at Concordia yet. Really gets you into the course with his subject passion and style of teaching.

5.0
3.0
IBUS466
Dec 22, 2011

Wow! one of the best teachers I had at concordia! 14 A- and 23 B+ with no one below C in the class of 60 is a pretty high average, so he is not a very hard marker! I would definitely take other classes with him! :) highly recommended! and be sure to come to all classes, cuz participation is mandatory

1.0
3.0
COMM320
Jan 2, 2012

you have to take his notes down because regardless of what is on the course pack he will give a grade only if you write what he explained in class. I barely read the text book but got a A- in this course.. grades harshly and its unfair for an easy class like this. many of the students ended in C+ and C's

5.0
4.0
MBA609
Jun 14, 2012

Really fun and provides really good feedback...midterms are pretty tough though....gets external professionals which is really great...ull learn ALOT from him!

5.0
3.0
COMM401
Jun 20, 2012

I've had Jeff for both Comm 320 and Comm 401. I love his approach to teaching. He has street smarts and incorporates them while teaching. He doesn't just lecture from the textbook. Makes you want to go to class and you want to do well so you don't disappoint him. Tough grader when it comes to projects but you learn so much from him.

1.0
5.0
COMM401
Jun 29, 2012

Very harsh grader and makes stupid jokes all the time in class, but watch out and write everything down what he said. Group project is OK and interesting, be very thorough with individual assignment, he will cut off a lot of your grade if you don't use his lectures. Avoid him if possible.

4.0
2.0
COMM401
Sep 16, 2012

Funny guy!!! best teacher I had at concordia during my b.comm.

5.0
3.0
COMM320
Jun 24, 2013

Best Teacher at concordia! If you go to class and participate you'll do well. He is a very nice guy and makes you die of laughter in class! Take him if you can!

1.0
2.0
IBUS466
Nov 4, 2013

Best teacher at concordia

5.0
3.0
IBUS466
Nov 11, 2013

Excellent teacher! Real world business experience, very funny and keeps lectures interesting. I strongly recommend Saxner!

5.0
3.0
SEL150
Feb 10, 2014

What an incredible teacher. Funny, kind, always willing to help. I definitely suggest any sacksner class.

5.0
2.0
IBUS466
Grade: A
Oct 22, 2014

One of the best teachers at Concordia. He will always keep you entertained and has a lot of real business experience that you can learn from. Tests and projects are very fair. He accommodates students and is very helpful accessible if you have any questions. Must take teacher!

1.0
5.0
COMM401
Grade: B+
Nov 23, 2014

Jefferey expects way too much for an already demanding course. Average grade in class was a C and highest grade was 1 A-, everything else was in the Bs and Cs. Super hard marker; very low class average for final presentation and assignments. Avoid. Will definitely hurt your GPA. Had to work super hard for a B+.

5.0
3.0
COMM222
Grade: B+
Dec 19, 2014

Jeff is so friendly and approachable and his course was the highlight of my semester. He makes himself available to his students as much as possible and is so kind when helping you. He's absolutely hilarious and his lectures go by quickly. He's a fair marker and his exams are alright, just the usual university level.

5.0
3.0
COMM222
Jan 8, 2015

One of the best teachers at Concordia. He is responsive and has good sense of humor. I recommend him.

5.0
1.0
COMM320
Grade: B+
Oct 13, 2015

By far the best professor I've ever had at JMSB. He's hilarious and very chill. Classes are really interesting he's a part-time businessman who teaches at Concordia. His exams are very fair and with proper studying and reading the book you can definitely do well. Would recommend him for any class!

5.0
3.0
COMM210
Dec 14, 2015

If you attend class, there shouldn't be any surprises on exams

5.0
1.0
COMM222
Apr 23, 2016

Amazing teacher! Very friendly and approachable and always willing to help students out

5.0
4.0
COMM222
Grade: A-
Apr 27, 2016

Literally the best and most inspiring prof I've ever had in my life.. simply caring and his powerpoint slides are so good... plus he's hilarious!

5.0
2.0
MBA609
Grade: A-
Apr 30, 2016

Simply.. Amazing Jeff!!!! Tests are tricky and he provides great feedback on your report/presentation. I would pay to attend to his class, it is freaking entertaining..

5.0
2.0
COMM222
Grade: A-
May 9, 2016

Lectures are more entertaining than they are useful. He thinks he's the funniest guy in the room and it shows. That said, Jeff is a good professor who cares about his students. His slides are good and he prepares you well for the exam. Concordia professors can be a bit boring and distant - not Jeff. Worth taking at least once.

3.0
3.0
MBA625
Grade: A-
Sep 25, 2016
Would take again

Okay, real experiences

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GRADED BY FEW THINGS
GROUP PROJECTS
2.0
4.0
MBA609
Jun 30, 2017
Wouldn't take again

One thing about him: he thinks he's hilarious. Thinks he's the funniest and expects you to laugh at his (mostly) lame jokes. He's ok at teaching, although he thinks he's better than he actually is. Anyways, wouldn't take him again. I found him too full of himself, even if class material was quite interesting.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
3.0
4.0
IBUS466
Sep 13, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Jeff is funny and cares about his students, but he's demanding. You'll have to work to get a decent grade. I loved his class but would not take again.

Tough Grader
Respected
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4.0
5.0
COMM401
Grade: B-
Dec 11, 2017
Wouldn't take again

It was a great experience attending his class. Entertaining and funny (with dirty and offensive jokes) makes classes real fun. He is very vain and a few jokes were lame. I would not take him again as his grading is tough and he basically chooses a range (A- to B-) and puts you in one of those. He brings in outside speakers. Take him at least once!

Tough Grader
Hilarious
Caring
3.0
3.0
COMM222
Dec 15, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Funny guy very entertaining but just is not clear on what we have to learn for the final and just tells you to learn everything. but he did say though that hes curves most of the time

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Inspirational
Hilarious
4.0
3.0
COMM210
Grade: A-
Jan 2, 2018
Would take again

He likes the work he is doing, not for the money i believe but to share his experience with the students. Never boring in the class, make classes lively and interacting. with hard work and participation, you'll definitely have a good grade with this guy.

Respected
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
5.0
COMM222
Jan 8, 2018
Would take again

Take this prof!!! He cares, is amazing, & is hilarious. His lectures & slides are also amazing. It makes the course material much easier to digest. This is a very theory-intensive course so you need to read everything regularly and test yourself. You won't pass if you wait until 2 weeks before exams. Definitely recommend & would take again!

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Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
IBUS466
Grade: A-
Apr 27, 2018
Would take again

Jeff is a great teacher, he has a strong character, makes his classes entertaining by cracking jokes, and is always energetic. He is demanding and expects work to be done, but can also be very understanding. Stay honest! His lectures tend to be shortened, and he doesn't focus on theory (no need) group work is where you'll get those grades

Tough Grader
Hilarious
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
5.0
COMM222
Apr 27, 2018
Would take again

Amazing lecturer! Concordia needs more profs like Jeff who is hilarious & animates the class instead of put them to sleep. Even if they're full of themselves. Classes were super chill, especially for a boring subject like OB, which made it way easier to digest. Read the book & test yourself regularly or you won't pass final. DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!!

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Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
COMM222
Grade: A+
Dec 17, 2018
Would take again

Great Teacher. Super clear grading system. He is super understanding and knowledgeable. Read his slides and you can easily achieve an A+. Definitely recommend taking him whenever possible.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
4.0
COMM222
Apr 26, 2019
Would take again

Sacksner's slides are gold, he tries his best to help students, sometimes give tips, and he is generous. The only hard thing in this class is remembering the concepts and exactly write the definitions and explanations in the exams. Jeff tries his best to explain and gives real life experience. I would definitely recommend.

Gives good feedback
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Hilarious
3.0
3.0
COMM222
Apr 28, 2019
Would take again

Jeff is a very funny and nice teacher. His class is actually enjoyable to go to. The only bad thing is that I find he goes off topic a little too much and skims through course material. With that being said, you need to really study the textbook on your own time to do well. If you learn best from lectures, I would avoid.

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Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
2.0
COMM222
Jun 27, 2019
Would take again

One of the best professors I've ever had in JMSB. You can tell he's a smart guy and he shares many stories about things he has done in his life. Just sitting and listening to him will increase your knowledge about the course and life in general. Extremely enjoyable class, my only suggestion would be to make sure you read the textbook on your own.

Respected
Accessible outside class
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5.0
3.0
COMM401
Grade: A-
Jan 25, 2020
Would take again

Best teacher ever. Took his class at McGill and Concordia and would highly suggest. He is a professor who genuinely cares about his students learning and will go above and beyond to make sure you understand the course material.

5.0
3.0
COMM222
Grade: B-
Apr 2, 2020
Would take again

we all love Jeff, he is a unique character, he makes fun of everyone, i know a few students didn't enjoy so much his jokes, but who cares. he makes what it could be one of the most boring classes at JMSB a very enjoyable class. I would definitely take him again. Plus i know he hires some of his best students, so show your brilliance.

4.0
4.0
COMM222
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 17, 2020
Would take again

Professor Sacksner knows his stuff. He is funny, qualified and knows how to keep the class from falling asleep in a course as boring as COMM 222. The tests generally have pretty tough MCQs and attendance is compulsory. He definitely makes you work for your grade. I wish he would stop mentioning his son every 5 mins though. He is obsessed with him.

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Group projects
Hilarious
2.0
3.0
COMM222
Grade: B
May 1, 2020
Wouldn't take again

He does keep you entertained during lectures but they're a lot more entertaining than they are useful and his tests are oddly tricky compared to other COMM 222 teachers. You need to read the textbook do get an A on the final exam since it's a common course.

Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
1.0
4.0
GDBA538
Grade: B+
Jul 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Had to take the course compulsorily for credit. The professor is very rude and not at all helpful. Tells you how he needs an assignment done and then changes his conditions as he wants. Unreliable. Wont ever take his class again.

Test heavy
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
COMM320
Grade: B+
Jan 16, 2021
Would take again

funny guy, who tells a lot of jokes. encourage people to talk even when the class is on Zoom. Brings great guest speakers to the class. BUT, boy, his guideline for the project was hella ambiguous and you have to guess what he might want. he has a tough grader who was almost trying to picking bones in the eggs from our exam and project.

1.0
1.0
MBA609
Grade: B+
Feb 11, 2021
Wouldn't take again

An absolute disgrace to education. He has the superhuman ability to mark around 40 MBA, each at least 5 pages long, papers in less than 24 hours. Lazy, unmotivated and unintelligent who shows up to class as reluctantly as most of his students. His favourite topic for the class: personal and professional failures.

1.0
5.0
COMM210
Grade: B
Apr 18, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Useless professor. All he does is talk about his personal life and gives no criteria for grading on the essays. One of the hardest graders I have ever encountered in my entire life. Do not take this guy.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Tough grader
1.0
5.0
COMM210
Grade: Rather not say
Apr 23, 2021
Wouldn't take again

He does not provide accurate feedback and it is impossible to get a good grade in his class.

Tough grader
3.0
1.0
COMM320
Grade: A-
May 4, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Knowledgeable but spends so little time going over material that it doesn't seem like he wants to teach. Class always ends early and we even skipped some classes. Slides are very basic and his class is "discussion" oriented. He has an inflated personality so if you feel intimidated by profs avoid this one. He just came off as rude to me.

4.0
2.0
COMM401
Aug 27, 2021
Would take again

Jeff was truly a great prof; he's an interesting person to listen to and a very fair grader. He does flip flop around lectures a lot with anecdotes and stories that he thinks engage us but end up taking up unnecessary class time. Aside from that, he involves the class a lot with questions and isn't afraid of being critical of your work when needed.

Gives good feedback
Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
COMM222
Grade: B
Jun 30, 2022
Would take again

Good teacher, his lectures were fun. Midterm was tough so he gave everyone that BEHAVE (who attend classes) a bonus. Do what he asked and you will be fine.

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Caring
5.0
3.0
COMM401
Grade: A-
Nov 19, 2024
Would take again

My favourite professor at JMSB as a 4th year. This professor is amazing, he has a lot of concrete experience as he also works full-time. He is hilarious and his lectures are captivating to say the least. Wish I could've had him in more classes throughout my bachelor's degree. In-class attendance does count, make sure to show up.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
COMM401
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 29, 2025
Would take again

My favourite professor I've had in my time at JMSB. He's very knowledgeable as he has a lot of real-life experience, and is hilarious too (although he does get off-track sometimes). He's very honest and makes sure you come away with real knowledge that will be applicable and helpful after graduation. Breath of fresh air, I highly recommend him.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
comm227
Grade: B+
May 2, 2025
Would take again

Honestly favourite teacher I've taken so far and will be taking him again for my higher level courses that he teaches, does go a little off topic but very knowledgeable and gives interesting lectures.

Tough grader
Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
4.0
3.0
COMM320
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 27, 2025
Would take again

Jeffrey is a very interesting person and always has anecdotes to share during class which makes the lectures better. He is great when it comes to work related stuff but lacks when it comes to teaching. I would still take him again cause his classes are fun even though he speeds through the powerpoints and he barely teaches the material.

Participation matters
Hilarious
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