2.1

Joann Hunter

Business - Community College of Allegheny County

2.1
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
19%
Would Retake
83
Reviews
2.1
Quality
3.7
Difficulty
2.1
Helpful
2.1
Clarity

19%

Would Retake

83

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

14

4

4

3

5

2

18

1

42

What Students Say

She's tough on grading assignments & discussion boards

BUS117 - 2.0 rating

She is ABSOLUTELY horrible

BUS143 - 1.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

79%

Textbook Required

57%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 15 grades
Most common grades:
B (6)
Not sure yet (4)
Incomplete (4)
Grade Distribution
A(4)B(7)C(1)D(3)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 30 reported grades
B: 6
Not sure yet: 4
Incomplete: 4
B+: 3
Common Tags
Tough grader (12)
Test heavy (6)
Graded by few things (4)
Participation matters (2)
TEST HEAVY (2)
Tough Grader (2)
Accessible outside class (2)
Clear grading criteria (2)
Rating Trend

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Reviews (83)
5.0
3.0
BUS
Apr 8, 2003

Nice to deal with. Doesn't take crap and can get mad which can be good (funny) and bad( it could be directed at you).

5.0
1.0
BUS
Aug 2, 2003

No Comments

2.0
5.0
BUS
Apr 23, 2004

I have NEVER taken such an opinion oriented class in my life! If you can't read a teachers mind for her exact opinion, but are trying to learn facts, take a differant course!! Won't communicate with students or return emails. True professor material...

1.0
5.0
BUS103
Apr 23, 2004

I changed my major after noticing that she taught most of the online business classes. I felt like I had signed up for English Comp 3 rather than a Business class. She didn't want to hear anyone's opinion but her own, and was extremely condescending!

2.0
3.0
BUS104
Apr 29, 2004

Not since the third grade have I been treated like such a child!! Micromanages her classes to the point of rediculousness and completely discourages creative thought. Frustrated me so much that I decided a C or D was better than dealing with her.

2.0
4.0
BUSMGT
May 8, 2004

Be mentally prepared to be treated like you are six years old. Some students need this, while the majority don't. Her problem is that she treats everyone as if they're the former. Flat out rude and disrespectful at times. Too hyper.

5.0
1.0
BUS116
Aug 12, 2004

i thought she was a great teacher. classes were fun and the tests aren't hard at all. i wound up with an A in her class and i enjoyed every minute of it. as long as you show up to class and take good notes you will do fine

1.0
5.0
BUS103
Aug 18, 2004

DO NOT TAKE HER INTERNET CLASSES. Some test questions were not in the book and some were completely wrong. Most writing assignments are not well thought out and difficult given the case studies. Difficult to reach via phone. She refused to schedule a t

5.0
3.0
BUS103
Nov 4, 2004

Nice, funny, actually makes going to class worthwhile.

1.0
4.0
BUS104
Dec 29, 2004

As others said, treats you like a child. Her opinion is the only right opinion. If you need someone to hold your hand and tell you how to think, take this class. Otherwise, pass. Comes off very snotty, seems to have some sort of superiority complex. Bottom line, bad attitute.

5.0
1.0
MGT
Dec 30, 2004

great teacher and a great class. easy tests and opportunity for extra credit. knows what she is taking about and is always willing to help you.

1.0
3.0
MARKETING
Jan 15, 2005

Terrible attitude. I had her 6 years ago and she was much better then. She hangs around with that Halsack guy and his evil influence seems to have rubbed off on her. AVOID.

5.0
1.0
BUS
Jan 18, 2005

great teacher and always willing to help. i learned a lot in her classes

1.0
3.0
ACCOUNTING
Mar 8, 2005

No Comments

3.0
3.0
BUS104
May 6, 2005

she was ok. test were difficult what was on the test she did not teach nor was it in the book to study. horrible.

1.0
5.0
EMARKETING
Oct 26, 2005

WORST ONLINE CLASS EVER! Only take this class if you ENJOY busywork out the rear...she gives SO SO SO much!

2.0
4.0
EMARKETING
Jan 10, 2006

I would have to say this was the worst class I have ever taken. I earned good grades on the written assignments, but none of the exams seemed to be about anything in the book. I purchased a book I didn't use for anything, then just had to BS my way through papers. AVOID THIS CLASS!

5.0
1.0
BUSCLASSES
Jan 17, 2006

She is one of the best teachers I had at CCAC. She would help any one and was always in a good mood and made class fun! She was awesome.

5.0
3.0
BUS104
Mar 8, 2006

Wonderful teacher, Id take her for everything if I could.

2.0
5.0
BUSINESS
Mar 21, 2006

I had a very hard time.

1.0
4.0
BUS103
May 24, 2006

Poor, at best. What is wrong with her, anyway? She's all over the place, spazzing out as if the world's going to end any moment. Convoluted. A good supply of valiums would help her immensely. Indignant and snotty. Treats everyone like a 3rd grader. Tests don't relate to book or class lectures. All her own opinion. I can do that much. F this.

2.0
3.0
BUS103
Jun 4, 2006

I need this course to finish by dual-degree from Pitt. She treated me like I was a freshman on academic probation. She would assess penalties for going over time-limits. I understand that she has to follow her own policy, but she reduced my A test to a B for going over 3 seconds. Thought-out, descriptive answers take some time. NOT recommended.

5.0
1.0
ACCT101
Jun 26, 2007

Good teacher, explained the material very well. I learned more than what I expected from the course. Paying attention in class was enough to get perfect scores on the tests.

5.0
1.0
HIST101
Dec 17, 2007

great teacher!

1.0
5.0
BUS103
Dec 24, 2007

Joann does not know how to teach students anything that is related to management concepts. Her ideas are not how the real business world works. When students ask questions or make comments about what goes in the company he/she is working for she is very rude. I don't where she got a her MBA to teach. She is just plain horrible. She needs to retire

1.0
4.0
BUS104
Jan 2, 2008

Joanne can't teach that's the point. She knows nothing about the marketing world, and how to teach students marketing. Students would ask questions she would not know the answers. Her grading system stinks. She needs to retire and find a real job. She is not a real professor. DONT TAKE HER FOR ANY CLASSES YOU WILL NOT LEARN ANYTHING IMPORTANT

1.0
5.0
BUS103
Aug 29, 2008

She does not know how to teach college students. Her approach, theory does not work in the real business world.

3.0
3.0
BUS103
Oct 20, 2008

I took Business 103, Principles of Management, online. It was awful. Her tests are extremely difficult, you get like 100 questions and 60 minutes to answer them all. The papers weren't too hard though. I wouldn't take her again, and wish that I hadn't.

4.0
4.0
ACC100
Feb 16, 2009

She is a very helpful and enthusiastic teacher--apparently this attitude bothers some students and seems patronizing but I overlooked it. If you study, you will do well. I recommend her--she has to be head of the business department for a reason.

2.0
3.0
BUS103
Dec 12, 2009

Very poor teacher with limited comprehension about how to teach an online course. Would assign asinine message board discussion topics and redunant simplistic written assignments. Short answer portions of test too large a percentage of the grade and would require incorporation of third party sources not available during the test. Very medicore.

2.0
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BUS103
Jan 4, 2010

This class sucks!!! The tests are horrible and she's not very helpful :(

1.0
5.0
BUS10SP
Apr 23, 2010

PLEASE DO NOT TAKE HER CLASS! She cannot teach. I ended up in the ER she refused to let me take the test i missed ...DO NOT TAKE HER, she is also very snotty. Her test have nothing to do with the book, and the assignments are awful because she grades them like a Nazi...she does not care if you fail.UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES DO NOT TAKE HER!

2.0
4.0
BUS103
Apr 24, 2010

i also was in the er and missed a test however you can take the final and still get a good grade minus 10 points but what can you do if your in the hospital it is somewhat unfair.

1.0
5.0
BUS104
Mar 4, 2011

Horrible!!

5.0
1.0
ACC100
May 26, 2011

This class is easy if you just practice the concepts she teaches in class. Learning is more than just listening to the teacher talk, you have to apply it. She outlines this very clearly at the beginning of the semester, which makes it feel a little like preschool, but I did what she said and aced the class.

1.0
5.0
BUS103
Dec 7, 2011

Horrible teacher! Took online class. Tests are impossible to pass. You get like 30 seconds per question. I don't even know where she comes up with some of the questions. Not helpful what-so-ever. I will NEVER take another class taught by her.

3.0
4.0
BUS103
May 10, 2012

Her class isn't as difficult as people say. All you have to do is go to class, take notes, and read the book (All things that college students should do anyway) and you'll have no problem getting an A or a B.

2.0
4.0
BUS104
Sep 22, 2012

Signed up for the online Marketing class. Dropped it off after 2 weeks - her web site is not consistent at all, the information is spread out everywhere, some of the info is available ONLY on video. Discussions are mandatory, but her comments are not helpful at all, rather reprimanding.

2.0
4.0
BUS103
Feb 5, 2013

See is rude and its a hard class. does not give grades back in timely fashion. Not easy to answer her question sometime. she wants you to read the stuff but does get you have other classes to do work in and other things

2.0
5.0
BUS103
Mar 5, 2013

rude and class is hard gives you extra reading besides the book. here disscussion questions are tricky and online class is a pain in the butt. dont take her class if you can

2.0
4.0
BUS117
Jul 27, 2013

Spends alot of time going over cyber bullying through tutorial and paperwork. Many test questions could possible have two answers. Gives NO flexability whatsoever, which is odd for an online course. I would NOT recommend this teacher.

1.0
4.0
BUS117
Jul 31, 2013

She is absolutely HORRIBLE!! I needed this class in order to graduate from my university on time, as I numerously stated to her. Ofcourse she didn't care. I repeaditly asked for help in order to pass to class but instead of helping she continued to recite the syllabus to me and failed me with a 69.3% She's non-caring, non-helpful, and just rude!!

1.0
5.0
BUS104
Sep 19, 2013

Prof hunter does not adhere to her own guidelines for written assignments and discussion board . Your grade is based on her opinion of written assignments and not on textbook information. I unfortunately had her for 3 bus classes all were the same. She does not give enough time for tests and quizzes and incorporates several narrative answers.

1.0
5.0
BUS104
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Oct 3, 2013

Tests do not give enough time to complete as the narrative questions require depth of thought, example and several parts to the question that need to be addressed. She requires ridiculous amounts of work that focuses more on her opinion and your tolerance level of her redundancy and not the course material as it is applied in the profession.

5.0
3.0
BUS103
Dec 10, 2013

One of the best teachers I've ever had. She is helpful if you ask her and gives great tutor recommendations. Her test come word for word from the notes. Students tend to forget we are in HIGHER EDUCATION meaning you may have to open a book or dedicate a few hours to studying.

2.0
5.0
ACC100
Jan 24, 2014

Shes terrible when you ask questions she complains that you dont do your hw but when you don't she complains no one is paying attention do yourself a favor and do not take any of her courses

2.0
5.0
BUS117
Oct 24, 2014

Online test questions can be tricky & multiple answers may seem correct. She's tough on grading assignments & discussion boards. No way will you be permitted to retake anything whether you bombed it or missed it. I have her for an online class so I've never met her in person. She seems very inflexible and rigid. I'd pass on this professor.

3.0
5.0
BUS103
Oct 29, 2014

She is a tough grader and won't tolerate filler.

1.0
5.0
BUS143
Mar 7, 2015

The subject matter of this class is not hard to grasp, it is Professor Hunter's content. Its internet marketing. She loves to use the word "characteristic" but her definition of a characteristic is not that of webster's dictionary. I have solid A'sB's in every other course, and had good grades in my other institutions. This class will ruin you.

2.0
5.0
BUS143
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 11, 2015

The information presented in the book, is not what we are tested on. We are tested on what would be lecture, however as an online course all you have is the reading material. This class seems entirely opinion based, and being an online course we have no real inclination to what Hunter's opinions are.

5.0
3.0
BUS103
Grade: B+
Apr 26, 2015

Mrs. Hunter is a great instructor who knows her subject matter incredibly well and communicates lessons to students with ease. She is a very likable teacher and I very much enjoyed having her for two classes. She claims to be strict about attendance but never gave me a problem. Just get the work done.

1.0
3.0
ACC100NC01
Jun 22, 2015

She is terrible, I mean terrible at answering questions. You ask her a question and she freaks out saying you didn't do your hw or pay attention, meanwhile she doesn't answers you question. Awful with material. Do yourself a favor and stay away from her class.

1.0
5.0
ACC100
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Oct 21, 2015

WORST PROFESSOR EVER!!! She doesn't answers questions that students may have. Her answer for everything is, YOU DID NOT DO YOUR HOMEWORK. Her test questions do not match material practiced and are very hard. She is not helpful or understanding at all. Yes, a book is mandatory.

1.0
3.0
BUS104
Grade: B
Nov 19, 2015

She only grades well if you fall into her "style" in short answer test questions and writing pieces. I confirmed this by having my last paper proofed until there was no proofing to be done by a tutor, confirming that I answered all of her questions to the T. Even if you answer correctly she counts them wrong.

1.0
4.0
BUS143
Mar 6, 2016

Awful online class. She gives you low scores on written assignments for no reason at all, yet does not use proper grammar. Her tests have nothing to do with the book and have more than one answer. No use studying because you get limited time to take tests and will fail even if you know all the material. I take mostly online classes and HAD a 4.0.

5.0
2.0
BUS101
Grade: A+
Apr 5, 2016

Great professor!! I thoroughly enjoyed her class and even reference my notes presently. She explains things simply and uses lots of real world comparisons which helps you understand and retain all the info in this class. Very informative, exciting class! I've heard ppl say they don't like her, .. But if you are interactive in class, u will love it!

1.0
5.0
BUS143
Apr 28, 2016

I just can't believe that this "professor" still had a job. She is ABSOLUTELY horrible. Example: I ask how I can get a better grade in her class and she responds "you need a success coach" . I think it's hilarious how just because her position at CCAC being some sort of head director she can treat her students like peasants and get away with it

4.0
3.0
BUS103
Mar 30, 2017
Would take again

Mrs Hunter isn't the easiest but as long as you LISTEN, take notes, and study, you should have no problems. This is college so be an adult and do the work and you'll get her respect. She recommends "flash cards". Do them! I've been working in Corporate for 7 years and even I needed them for my last minute cram sessions.

Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
LECTURE HEAVY
2.0
4.0
BUS103
Dec 21, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Professor Hunter's online course is nothing to take lightly. She is an extremely hard grader, and has an entirely different grading scale than normal. Her exams are pretty simple if you study the notes, and read through the chapters. The written essays were graded the hardest. She does make it easy to contact her.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
TEST HEAVY
1.0
4.0
BUS104
Grade: A
Sep 8, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Professor Hunter was a pain! Tests were easy but she had ridiculous grading criteria for essays. The only plus is she drops yours lowest essay score. Here's the trick, it has nothing to do with your quality of writing, she just wants to see you put LOTS of time. Email her a draft of your essay and let her critique, then ask lots of questions!

Tough Grader
1.0
4.0
ACC100
Grade: B
Mar 12, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I'd rather eat razor blades than take this class again. The only good thing is that she makes it easy to contact her, even though her responses can be vague. Toughest grader I've ever seen, meanwhile I had an ACCOUNTANT review my work before it was submitted. Trips up students with dumb word play on tests & uses accounting terminology her own way.

Accessible outside class
Graded by few things
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
BUS103
Grade: C-
Mar 13, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Says to refer to the book yet the book isnt in order. Give specific text book definitions as answers or your answer is wrong. Dont use examples given in class. Notes dont contain all aspects needed for tests.

Accessible outside class
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BUS212
Grade: B+
Oct 12, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Tough Grader, loves to act like an English professor when she doesn't teach it. Impossible to please. loves written assignments and will give you B's on them even when they're actually good. I've never gotten less than an A in any class but somehow I received a B in this one.

4.0
3.0
BUS104
Grade: A+
Dec 8, 2020
Would take again

I just copied down the notes of the powerpoint she provides for each chapter then use them for my test. Pretty simple there were some writing assignments I would probably take it again it was an easy class. She can be rude sometimes though in emails.

1.0
5.0
ACCT101
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Dec 16, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Did not teach me a single thing over the semester of this course. During the semester I had a death in the family, so I emailed her to ask if it would be possible for me to take a test, we had coming up, another time and she said no. Tests were also extremely hard, and her presentations/notes did not correlate with what is on the test.

1.0
3.0
BUS212
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 23, 2021
Wouldn't take again

(Online class) Horrible organization and structure. Near impossible to achieve 100% on any tests/quizzes. Gives zero feedback and poor responses when asked a question. Just one big mess with this one... Avoid if possible!

Tough grader
3.0
3.0
BUS103
Grade: B
Nov 27, 2022
Would take again

She is NOT an easy teacher. But, she genuinely wants you to do your best. She allows you to turn in your papers and she will give you feedback so you can make corrections. If you follow her directions, you will do great in her class.

Tough grader
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
5.0
BUS212
Grade: Incomplete
Feb 22, 2024

Hands down the worst teacher of any kind I have ever had. Without fail all over he quiz's have open ended responses. That's fine except when its an online course with only 25 minutes allotted to complete the quiz, and she can't for the life of her ask a question clearly. I have tanked my grade because I am not given even a chance to clarify questio

1.0
3.0
BUS212
Grade: Incomplete
Feb 22, 2024

Not exactly sure what she does. She gives quiz's and writing assignments, but doesn't actually teach anything. It is an online class, but she structures it for students to fail. 25 minutes for a quick quiz isn't bad, but my computer froze during one and once the computer closed the quiz was graded. She also does not ask questions clearly. Not Good.

Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
BUS212
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 13, 2024
Would take again

Ms. Hunter seems very content to collect her paycheck while students teach themselves a course. I dont want to complain too much since it is an online course. She does not post lectures, or even give her thoughts on the general topics. Its every man for themselves while she sits on her hands

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
4.0
BUS212
Grade: Rather not say
Mar 14, 2024

Unhelpful and unwilling to do her job

Graded by few things
1.0
3.0
BUS212
Grade: Incomplete
Mar 15, 2024

After taking a look at her ratings, it sounds like she's only a tolerable instructor if it's in person and even then it's questionable. She is incredibly unhelpful, and her grading is inconsistent. Would heavily not recommend and I am not an individual who generally has issues with teachers.

1.0
4.0
BUS212
Grade: Incomplete
Mar 19, 2024

Honestly the least helpful professor I have ever had the displeasure of having.

Tough grader
Test heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
3.0
BUS
Grade: Rather not say
Mar 20, 2024

She does not set students up for success

1.0
5.0
BUS117
Grade: Not sure yet
May 11, 2024

There are not enough negative buttons for this horrible professor. I have a Master's degree and have taken a ton of college courses. I wanted more knowledge in PR. She is the absolute worst grader and communicator. Her writing assessments leave open ended questions and the student must decipher what she is trying to ask. Stay away if you can!

Tough grader
1.0
4.0
BUS
Grade: Rather not say
Nov 4, 2024

I am usually not one to complain about a professor, but she may be one of the worst. Her writing assessments leave open ended questions and the student must decipher what she is trying to ask. The the fact that the assessments are timed does not help with this.

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
ACCT101
Grade: B
Nov 23, 2024

By far the worst professor I've had at CCAC. Super difficult, gives inconsistent feedback, and her grading is wild. I'm on my 4th semester and have had 15 other professors. I'd never take a class of hers again.

Tough grader
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
MARKETING
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Nov 26, 2024

She refused to allow me to take a test after I was in the hospital and provided the documentation because after seeing it was Magee Women's Hospital she said it looked like "just a women's problem and not a real problem." Somehow the dean did not care and suggested I withdraw from the class. She's a poor professor and and even worse human being.

1.0
5.0
BUS
Grade: B+
Feb 26, 2025

One of the worst professors I have ever had. While I did get along with her, I would never willingly take her classes again. Her online class was as if I was taking two classes with the amount of work she would give. She does take off the lowest quiz grade and lowest writing assignment, timed quizzes with barely enough time to finish.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Test heavy
1.0
3.0
BUS101
Grade: B
Apr 13, 2025

She refused to give a day extension with proof of flu. Shes rude

1.0
3.0
BUS
Grade: B
Sep 16, 2025

This is still the worst experience I've had with a professor, and I haven't had many good ones, outside of mech courses. Anytime someone upsets me, though, I think to myself, "Well... they're not Hunter!" I will cheer for the younger generations when she quits her torture & decides stop robbing the fine people of Pennsylvania and Allegheny county.

Tough grader
1.0
3.0
BUS
Grade: B-
Sep 16, 2025

She doesnt give feedback, she doesnt provide explanations, she doesnt ever actually lecture on anything, and it seems she doesn't even actually read what you put in front of her. She is either not competent/not very intelligent or just flat out doesn't care. Probably all three if we're being honest. Stuck in her ways and unwilling to change. RETIRE

Tough grader
So many papers
4.0
3.0
BUSCLASSES
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2025
Would take again

Always responded to emails and cleared up any issues. Engaging course material and reading. Weekly quizzes and discussion boards. 3 writing assignments, drops your lowest grade. Quizzes are a mix of open ended and multiple choice questions, which sometimes felt rushed to answer the open ended before the time was up.

Clear grading criteria
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

79%

Textbook Required

57%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

B+

95% confidence
Based on 15 grades
Most common grades:
B (6)
Not sure yet (4)
Incomplete (4)
Grade Distribution
A(4)B(7)C(1)D(3)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 30 reported grades
B: 6
Not sure yet: 4
Incomplete: 4
B+: 3
Common Tags
Tough grader (12)
Test heavy (6)
Graded by few things (4)
Participation matters (2)
TEST HEAVY (2)
Tough Grader (2)
Accessible outside class (2)
Clear grading criteria (2)
Rating Trend

Declining

-0.79 avg change
May
Nov
Feb
Apr
Sep
Dec
Last 6 months
Ratings by Course

BUS116

5.0

(1)

MGT

5.0

(1)

HIST101

5.0

(1)

BUSCLASSES

4.5

(2)

BUS101

3.0

(2)
+15 more courses
Difficulty by Course

BUSINESS

5.0

BUS10SP

5.0

BUS143

4.8

EMARKETING

4.5

BUS117

4.5

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