Gotta Love The Statement of Cash Flows!!

If you're willing to work, you'll find he's actually a good teacher. But it was one of the hardest classes I've taken. Also, he is very focused on making students drop out, so his class quizzes are impossible. Not much room for error in his class.

Dr. Carcello is very helpful and entertaining be ready to study hard for this class. He explains it all very well but the material is brutal. If he offers study sessions GO!

It's a tough class but he is a great teacher, although sometimes intimidating. He knows what he's talking about. Quizzes are hard but don't let those bring you down. The tests are challenging but not impossible. Do the HW and go to ALL extra sessions he offers. Very helpful for tests. One of the best teachers I've had.

Great Teacher!! Lots of Fun and entertaining! But very HARD class! Study Everyday and do all the homework!

Dr. Carcello is a great teacher! However, the material in this class is extremely hard. If you do not do the homework you will not pass this class. He can be very intimidating at times and sounds like he wants everyone to drop the class. The quizes are very hard and they make sure you study before you go to every class.

The class is really hard, but he is a great teacher! His class is very interesting. You need to stay on top of things, do the homework and study prior to every class. Go to the review sessions that he offers...they help out a lot!! He may be intimidating at first, but stick it out...he will make you want to do good in his class!

I can not express enough to stick it out. Dr. Carcello will make you fill after the first test like you will never amount to anything and you need to drop out of college. Many change there major to marketing and never make money for the rest of his or her life. His class is really hard. I have learned a lot and do not regret not having a life.

I loved him!! The class was extremely hard though. Probably the most difficult I've had in college, but he's great! He's scary at first, but as the semester goes on he gets much nicer.

Dr. Carcello... Where to even start? You better be ready to work hard, but if you can just hang in there his enthusiasm and knowledge of accouting will suck you in and create a passion for accounting in your heart too! He is hard but he is an amazing teacher, he knows his stuff. GO TO ALL REVIEW SESSIONS!!! GOOD LUCK!

Don't let him run you off at first.He only does that to make you tough for the rest of the class (which you have to be).Go to reviews and do the h/w.Let what he says sink in because he knows his stuff.Although he makes you feel stupid most of the time, it's hard to not like him because he is such a good teacher. Hang in there and God Bless.

Dr. Carcello's class was an awesome experience. Though this class will likely be one of the harder ones you take at this university, Dr. Carcello does all he can to make you learn as much as possible. His review sessions (which you really ought to go to) and professional awareness programs are a testament to his interest in your ultimate success.

As his son I want to echo all that has been said. Living with him as my father has been just as helpful to me as ACC 301 has been for Accounting majors. You think the quizzes are hard! Try day to day life under the guy, tough, but like the other comments said, ultimately helpful! And by the way, i got as far from him as i could at UT. Fine Arts bab

Take Dr. Townsend instead of Carcello!!! Starting this year Dr. Townsend changed his tests, which means he no longer uses Carcello's test. Dr. Townsend's tests are MUCH MUCH easier.

Awesome teacher,plz go to class everyday and do your h.w.You should be fine

Dr. Carcello is the reason I changed my major to accounting. Hardest class I have ever taken but well worth the effort. I would have gotten an A if I was prepared for the quizzes. Go to class or you will fail.

Defiantely the hardest class I've ever taken. Attendance and working homework is mandatory to get a good grade. He let's you know up front what's needed to be successful in the course. It may come across as a scare tactic, but it's absolutely true. I think his quizes are designed to show you what you don't know, so quiz grades tend to be low.

Find a study partner early in the class. It'll help keep you accountable in studying and you'll be able to help each other work through problems without wasting a lot of time spinning your wheels.

I will say by far he is the hardest teacher I have ever had and I have had some hard ones. His style is alot different from what I am used to. That can be both a good and bad thing. At the being of class, he will try to scare you. PLEASE believe everything that he says. It is true. I admire he dedication to teaching, but...goodness.

He is tough. Sometimes I thinks that he forgets that this a lower level accounting class. I know he is getting us ready, but he needs to understand that we are LEARNING. I don't think that he needs to "hug" us, maybe just slow down. He asks if we have questions, goes so fast it's hard to comprehend concept. Ask trivia about local and current events

He has a work ethic that is unbelievable. For example, he has a review session every Friday afternoon. There aren't many college professors willing to give up their friday afternoon to give help, but make sure to go to those! It's the hardest class i've ever taken, & requires LOTS of outside work. If you pass ull feel like uve accomplished somethin

Hardest teacher ive ever had. This mans tests were so hard that i started smoking cigarettes. True story.

He's an expert on all things accounting and is very passionate about teaching. Excellent professor.

Very intelligent professor that can explain the material in a way that students can understand it. Go to the review sessions because they are extremely helpful in what may be the most difficult class you will take in your college career. About 1/3 of the class drops because they don't prepare well enough for the exams so study hard

The hardest class you will ever take. Didn't know what studying was until I took this class. If you arent commited you will fail. Miserableeee

overheard girls talking about how ridiculously difficult Carcello was is. May I just say, this is the one time you want to pick the most difficult option. His class is actually interesting and he actually has passion for accounting( most don't).His class will change the way you view accounting and change your future essentially.

dude reminds me of ari gold.

He is the best professor I have ever had. Take him because even though your grade might be lower, you will come out of the class with 5x more knowledge than with anyone else. Quizzes are harder than they need be, and there are 3 tests, so don't screw up. He also comes to campus on Friday afternoons to do a 1.5 hr review. It is important to go.

Someone has previously said that Carcello's bark is worse than his bite. This is funny bc everyone I have talked to would disagree with this. As a matter of fact, Carcello's bite is so fierce he makes a pit-bull look like a chihuahua. Most challenging course I have ever taken by far.

This class will test you mentally and physically. You'll leave the tests feeling like you've just run a marathon. Learned more in this class than entire college career. Go to review sessions!!!

you'll never look at carl lewis the same way again!! you'll see what i mean.

Professor: Great...Exams: Hell--get ready to study a lot.

Carcello Exam 1- low-grade nuclear fission bombing, Carcello Exam 2- Napalm carpet bombing, Carcello Exam 3- Thermonuclear ICBM strike, an Carcello quizes- cruise missiles, Acc 201 exams- machine gun fire, Any Marketing Exam- multiple choice hug fest. That should give a good flavor for the class.

Wow. Where do I start? I tell you what he is a really character. He is very entertaining so you?ll enjoy his class a lot. If there is one quote for Dr. Carcello that sticks out in my mind, and really describes the class and sums it up in one sentence is, "There are bell curves for a reason guys, not everyone can be great!"

Tony Horton based the intensity of p90x around Carcello's class. Yes, it's hard, but stick with it and you'll be fine. LISTEN when the man speaks, READ the book and test questions carefully, and ASK questions if something isn't clear. I'm in the best shape of my life thanks to Dr. Carcello!

Dr. Carcello is a lot like one of the most challenging, yet great, sports coaches out there. You absolutely hate it when are going through it, but you know when you are done, you can look back and be proud of what you accomplished and be much better prepared because of it.

Never in my life have I met a cooler guy... seriously, awesome personality, hilarious, calls things how he see's them and is obviously passionate about what he does. Definitely the best and hardest class I have taken at UT. Study like you have never studied before and you will come out ok

Don't make the mistake of thinking that just because you UNDERSTAND something that you KNOW something. Study and you will do well.

Yes, Carcello is hard. But definitely doable. To be honest, you won't have time to study everyday if you are also taking BA 341,342,331,332 and some other class such as Finance/BA361. Just make sure to set aside some time once or twice a week to read the book, do the HW and REALLY try to understand the material and you'll be fine.

Hands down the best professor I have had at UT. He genuinely wants his students to succeed and gives you all the tools needed to do well in the class, it's up to you if you want to put in the effort. Has an arrogant swagger about him, but definitely knows his stuff.

Dr. Carcello is the best Professor at UT. If you think You're smart enough to get by just doing you're thing, Carcello will send you to community college. His third test is life changing. If you don't fill up a 100 page notebook practicing you aren't ready. Did it. Made a B+. I'm very proud. I also made a 30 on my ACT. SCF test B+ > 30 on ACT.

As a former student now, I can say that when you are able to talk intelligently with a very attractive girl from Finland about accounting issues like IFRS and fair value while studying abroad, I know that Joe Carcello taught me well!!! That is when you know that his class was worth it!

Dr. Carcello is the most amazing professor I have ever had- and ever will. I love my accounting classes now but I can't even begin to tell you how much I miss having Dr. Carcello! Take advantage of the opportunity of having his class.. I would do anything to sit in one of his lectures again! He is the best. Take him if you have the chance.

One of the most informative classes you will take. Overheard some sophomores registering for classes in the library the other day and one asked the other," Ive got Carcello.Is he tough?" hahahaha I almost lost it!

He begins the sem. by presenting proof of what a hard prof he is-Perhaps to motivate, but I think it just makes him feel good. Yes, the class is hard. He doesn't hand you a good grade; you have to earn it. However, he teaches the material very well & he is sincerely interested in students actually comprehending it. Great Prof. I learned a lot.

Expect a constant love/hate relationship with Carcello. His lectures are undoubtedly interesting and hilarious. He keeps the class laughing--until exams. If you don't keep up with notes, reading, practice problems, and the WSJ, Carcello will be the only person laughing as he gleefully records "F"s. Keep up, study excessively, and pray it's enough.

Joe is fantastic. I have Stanga now and want to go back to Joe everyday. He is so passionate, funny and helpful. Its hard and only for the committed. Once u make it past test 1, and the losers quit, it gets better. You CAN make an A. U must do the homework. Quizzes are hard so be prepared every class. Dont run away b/c its hard. Best prof at UT

Getting an A is very doable if you KEEP UP WITH THE MATERIAL. Carcello doesn't hold your hand and he doesn't give out As like they're participation awards which just cheapens your education. He treats you like an adult and he tries to challenge you. I consider that a much greater sign of respect than giving you a free pass. Best... class... ever.

Prepare for class like it's gameday. Prepare for the first two tests like playoffs. Prepare for the final like it's the world championship. Don't freak out-just read what he tells you to and do the assigned problems. A LOT. Be VERY attentive in class. Getting an A is very possible. He is arguably the best acct. teacher in the country

Carcello practically tells you what is on every test. If you go to the review sessions and class then you will have a seen almost a verbatim example of his test problems. The stuff on the test isn't even the hardest stuff you go over. Just pay attention, an A isn't super difficult to get.

Read the book, do all homework, attend every class, and study every day. If you fall behind you will not catch up. His tests are very detailed, but if you go to the review sessions you should be ready for them. Most of the quizzes are extremely hard and unanounced. He tries to use scare tactics to make it seem like the class is much har

This class isn't hard. You just know nothing about Accounting. There is a reason there are intermediate and advanced portions of this class. Study and you will do fine.

Get ready for the hardest class you have taken in college. Be prepared to spend time on this class every week. If you go, pay attention, and keep up with the material you will do fine. Carcello is a pretty big deal in the accounting world. Take this opportunity to learn as much as you can from him. Quizzes are tough and test are harder.

Dr. Carcello is, without a doubt, the best professor I have had at UT. Take note that he is what I call a REAL professor and success in his course demands REAL students. That means reading the material ahead of time, doing all homework multiple times, and engaging in class. He presents all the tools needed for success, you simply need to use them.

Its the most interesting and challenging class i have taken so far..super motivating ...DO NOT TAKE THE COURSE LIGHTLY.once you fall behind, completely forget about your A grade...and i am a straight A student...You will need to put in atleast a couple of hours every day and many many more during exams.......

Dr. Carcello is the man. By far the best professor I have had. If accounting or finance is what you want to do, do not take this class with anyone else but him. Its definitely an intense class but the material is NOT difficult by nature, there is just a lot of it. Exams are tough but if you go to class and review sessions, should not be a problem.

This has been the most difficult yet rewarding course I have ever taken. Dr. Carcello brings an incredible amount of knowledge and experience to the classroom. I felt like I had really earned something upon completion of his course. If you want to go into accounting, there is no other choice but him. Far and away my favorite teacher I've had.

Sports comparison- This class is the Oregon offense and the teacher is Chip Kelly, Kenjon Barner, and Marcus Mariota all in one.It's fast paced but the material isn't all that impossible.Don't talk yourself out of getting a good grade though. He tries to intimidate.He's also not kidding when he says he only bumps your grade in clearly borderline.

Dr. Carcello's class was by far the hardest course I've taken.I ended the class with a B on top of working 20 hrs a week. I would advise taking Finance 301 over the summer to keep yourself sane! Dr. Carcello keeps his word. GO TO THE REVIEWS!

Dr. Carcello is the man. His tests require hours of preparation, but are doable. You want the grade? Then put in the time. I could listen to Carcello lecture all day because he is very knowledgeable about the accounting profession and current issues. If you do well in this class, employers will notice. Good luck!

Carcello's class will most likely be the hardest class you'll take at UT. He will try to scare you and he revels in the difficulty of his tests and quizzes. Frankly, his 3rd test will change your life. BUT, in the end, if you do the work, you'll really feel like you've accomplished something and you'll learn a ton. Take his class.

This is by no means an easy class but Dr. Carcello is a great teacher for the class. The material can be hard and quizzes are horrible at times but stick with it and study hard, I would definitely recommend Carcello for this class he really knows what hes talking about and a great teacher. go to class & review sessions study and read the textbook.

He is an amazing teacher who really knows his stuff. DO NOT TAKE THIS COURSE LIGHTLY!!You could listen to him for hours. His quizzes and exams on the other hand are incredibly difficult. The quizzes are like an average classes exam questions. Exams require you to think outside of the box and apply what you should know. Study 3 or 4 hours EVERYDAY!

Incredibly difficult class, but excellent teacher. I would say he is easily in my top 5 favorites, despite difficulty. Passing this class in an achievement that takes a GREAT DEAL of studying. I actually thanked him for a C at the end. If you have an addictive personality beware, you may take up drinking/smoking because of this class.

The Carpenters, The Carpenters, The Carpenters....

Welcome to your first real college-level course. You should return to your previous instructors and smack them for not providing you with the value of education that you paid for. You'll get it here. For those complaining about having to do the simple task of reading articles, good luck at Starbucks.

Very intense class. but he is the best teacher I have had at UT. Read the books, go to every class and review session, and do all the homework and youll be fine.

The most challenging class you will take at UT. Carcello is by far the most intelligent professor at UT and can keep you entertained the entire class. Test/Quizzes have to be prepared for as if you're about to play in a national championship for accounting.

Carcello taught me to really challenge myself in the class and it ended up being one of the most rewarding experiences. Go to class, pay attention, and listen to everything the man has to say. Not only does he teach about accounting, but also the steps it takes to be successful as well.

I've never had a professor like him and probably never will again. Because of how well-versed and expertly active he is in his field, he has the potential to be a very condescending authority figure. But I never once felt belittled or felt like he had anything but the advancement of his students in mind in every aspect of his teaching.

The best/ most intelligent teacher i've ever had. Considering all the USEFUL material I have learned in my academic career, i'd say about 60% pertains to material I learned from 1st grade to sophomore year of college. The other 40% came from this class. You're a new born baby crawling on the floor. He'll turn you into Carl Lewis. Good luck.

I earned an A in this class. How? I went to every single class and review, I recorded every lecture, I studied every day, and I did every problem I could find until I memorized them all (and then I made up problems of my own). Now the idiots that made fun of me for trying so hard are paying me to tutor them.

This guy is a professional. Go to play ball every day. If you don't approach this class like it's the real deal you will fail. Over half usually retake it.

This class is a 98mph fastball. Dr. Carcello will be very thorough in the lectures and homework. He will be very straightforward about what will be on the tests. You'll know exactly what is coming. Hit it if you can. (I've taken almost 200 hours of college courses, his final was the most difficult test I've taken in any class).

This intro class is, unfortunately, the highlight of the accounting curriculum at UT. If you are expecting the rest of the program to be of the same caliber, think again. On the other hand, if you are an undergrad at UT in any major, you would be doing yourself a disservice by not at least temporarily declaring a business major to take this class.

When Joe Carcello was in High School, he played on the middle school team so he would dominate. In his fraternity, he was the head pledge hazer.. as a graduate student. Later in life, he lead the both the Highway 80 and Battle of the Junkyard assaults in desert storm. Accounting 301 is the academic equivalent of Omaha Beach. Expect no mercy.

So I found out today that I made it through Accounting 301. The hardest class I have ever taken. GO to all Review Sessions. Cancel a club if you have to. He bumped me up almost 3 points because I went to all. He will make you earn your success, but it is so worth it and I know I will have a great accounting career. He is a sweetheart at heart too.

Carcello is an incredible professor. You cant complain about him only the difficult of 301. Bring a blanket and a pillow to Hodges on the first day and live there for the semester is my best advice. The Tests will blow your mind. The Final will make you want to cry. But if you put the work in you will get the results. NEVER MISS A CLASS OR A REVIEW

Carcello will give you the hardest semester of your life, but if you're willing to put in the effort you will succeed. He gave me a C and I don't think I've ever been happier. Do examples until you think you've done enough and then do twice as many more. And go ahead and start cash flows on day 1... Carl Lewis is definitely "life-changing."

1. DO NOT LISTEN TO OTHER PEOPLE'S HYPE ABOUT THE TESTS AND QUIZZES BUT don't underestimate. Build your own expectation. Don't let others jack up your thought process & nerves. 2. The hardest part about the tests is the TIME. STUDY HARD so it won't be a issue Carcello KNOWS what he's doing START STRONG FINISH ALIVE Enjoy the odyssey YOU GOT THIS!

Incredible class. Absolutely difficult. Try your pants off.

He is an expert in the field and a big deal in the accounting world. However, he is also an excellent teacher. He tells great stories and teaches the material well.

Dr. Carcello does not belittle students. He is straight forward in his expectations for the class. He will challenge you like you've never been challenged, but, in the end, you'll have learned a lot . To the person who changed their major because of him, it's your loss. I guess it's true, if you can't stand the heat, switch to an easy major.

Dr. Carcellos is the best teacher at this school. Flat out. You are all sitting in accounting 301 right now, scared, and with no clue how beneficial this class will be. Not only will Dr. Carcello teach you more in this one semester than you have ever learned in your life, but he puts you in direct contact with each of the big 4 accounting firms

The tests will ruin your life. He says there is some type of partial credit, but do NOT count on getting any. He will make you feel like a stupid, lesser human for not being as good at accounting as he is.

Dr. Carcello is THE gatekeeper and he knows it. But I've learned more in Acct 301 than I have in any other college course. The material is not that tough, but if you fall behind, well... have fun in marketing. It's obvious that he knows what he's talking about and you definitely need to attend class because he works so many practice problems.

Carcello is the man! I had 4 yrs accounting experience coming into this class, and barely squeaked by on a borderline B. This will be the hardest class you take. Study every day and you'll be okay. Practice problems for the exams 1000X and you might be okay. Ready the WSJ every single day, and expect the quizzes to rock you about half the time.

If you think Carcello is scary, he's not. He's the BEST there is, and he will either teach you to fly or shoot you down w/ a Javelin. You think A200 was hard? Welcome to the Pros boys. If you miss one class, drop. If you don't get high B's on the first two exams, drop. If you think you can get by without reading or studying, drop. Expect no mercy.

After reading some of the reviews on here I was terrified of Dr. Carcello. His class, the material, Carl Lewis, the final exam, etc. are all a trip through Hell and back. He says from day 1 that you have to earn your grade and he keeps his promise. He is tough, but he is by far the best professor at UT and teaches you more than just accounting.

This class IS the most difficult class in the college of business hands down. Don't underestimate the tests but also don't freak yourself out come test day. The tests are VERY hard but also very doable. Go to class EVERY meeting with the mindset to truly learn and absorb the info instead of showing up in fear of missing information for the test.

I passed his class and learned ALOT. What did bother me was how lowly he spoke of marketers especially since he knows half of his students will soon have to switch their major to marketing (because of this class).He's very in your face and insulting about it too. No reason to make kids who aren't cut out for accounting feel inferior.

Listen. Carcello is the greatest professor ever. With that said, you are about to go through a literal hell. Prepare to be literally tortured by his quizzes and tests. YOU SHALL NOT PASS!

Dr. Carcello was an amazing professor. With that said, prepare for hell. Although every class was 75 mins, it seemed like 15. The sheer amount of information covered can be somewhat terrifying. *Guide for Exams scale 1-10* Exam 1: Difficulty "9" Exam 2: Difficulty "10" Exam 3 Difficulty "The equivalent to fighting Chuck Norris and Bruce Lee."

Carcello is a great teacher. However, this class is near impossible. I had 75's on the first 2 exams and had to drop. I really did like the man, but I wish he didn't get so much enjoyment out of seeing students drop/fail his class. The class would be better if he didn't just use 3 impossible tests to determine your fate (grade).

Get ready for the most intense class you'll ever take. Don't believe all the hype that the material is extremely difficult, because it really isn't. If you study and practice enough it will all make sense. That being said, Carcello is a great teacher and very knowledgeable about Accounting, and he WILL help you but only if you help yourself first.

Dr. Carcello is by far, unequivocally my favorite professor I have ever had and most likely will ever have. Don't get me wrong, this class is world's harder than anything you have ever taken before. However, you will learn far more than just accounting in his class. This man is incredible, brilliant and, while difficult, is a genuinely good person.

ACCT 301 was by far the hardest class I have taken in college so far. When he says the final will change your life, believe him (only 2 people got an A on our final). My best advice is to attend every class and review session, and study at least a week in advance. If you rework the problems until you know them as well as your name, you'll pass

Do you go to school to learn? Do you enjoy a challenge? If you answer yes to these questions, then you've found the class for you. Keep up with the material and study hard, and you'll pass. Carcello is by far the single most influential professor I've ever had and quite possibly will ever have, and it was truly an honor to be apart of his class.

This class definitely lived up to its hype. Exams are worth 90% of your grade and the quizzes usually end up bringing your grade down. About 1/3 of the class remained at the end and only a percentage of those people passed. That being said, I love Carcello and he makes this class incredible. I miss it so much and not at all at the same time!