dont listen to the other comments this gut is the best acc teacher at wcu

One of the best teachers I've had. His course is hard, but you will learn the material. He is disciplined and does not cut any slack - what's wrong with that - unless you are a crybaby!

Was no pushover, test were difficult but fair, open book. His grading was also fair. He is a prof. that will make you think. Glad I took his courses. Learned A TON!

Dr. Flynn is a teacher who challenges you, calls on you when you don't want to be, but overall a great teacher. He makes you think, not just memorize!

Was very helpful but the tests are very hard. Need to study, study, study. And do all work that you can get your hands on.

Flynn is a difficult teacher, but a great teacher. He actually teaches unlike other profs that make you learn material on your own. The exams are difficult, but passable. He is an **** & sexy in an old man way, but we're not there to socialize with him. He hasn't kept up with current tax issues. He knows what's in the text and not much more.

Flynn actually teachs, which is alot more than i can say for the other windbags in the accounting department. His tests are hard so be prepared to spend hours and hours studying.

Whoever wrote the comment b4 this is a moron. Obviously to stupid to do well in the course. I never cheated or looked at tests banks and I did really well in his course. I did it the hard way days and days in the library.

Go to his class and take notes. Good notes are very helpful in exams! Good luck!

To get a good grade dont miss class, take clear notes, ask questions, and do all of the extra credit. Study notes and make sure you can do every HW problem, if you do these things and cant get a C or better, acc isnt for you. Backtests help if you already understand what your doing. They dont gaurantee a good grade. Hardest ACC class at WCU!

Excellent teacher. His tests are difficult due to time constraints. If you don't want to put the time and effort in, then be a management major. His classes are tough, but you will know the material when you leave. He makes class very interesting, and he is an excellent public speaker.

everyone had me afraid of this teacher but I like him. he is clear and precise on what is expected but he is also hard. if you are willing to work, he is a great teacher.

Hard Work and showing up for class alone doesn't guarantee a passing grade. I suggest you go online and find a solution manual to the text book. This will ensure a 100% on all tax returns and homework, and will go a long way in passing tax classes, possibly even with a high grade.

Let's face it...Tax is a very complex topic, however, too many are quick to condemn Flynn. He is strict and demands a lot from his students, but you have to be willing to work hard to do well in his class. His tests are tough, but if you work hard on the tax returns which constitute 25% of your grade which helps. No solution manuals just hard work!

While Flynn's tax classes ARE hard, I find them doable. I'm a bright student and achieved an A in his course, without HOURS of studying. Flynn is a great teacher and his tests only include information learned in class. Many alumni are glad for everything they learned from him - thoroughly prepares you for the CPA Exam.

Eventally, I passed this class by doing nothing but studying day by day such as memorize all his notes, did all the problems over 10 times, and make sure you understand how to get all the answers......What a terrrible experience !

Tough class, but what would you expect? Tax isn't supposed to be easy. If you do what students are supposed to do (take notes, study, do homework), you will do well in his class. If you are lazy and want to cruise through college, enjoy taking his class over and over! Great professor in my opinion. He gives great notes so don't miss any of them.

Honestly I can't disagree with what he says in class about being prepared, studying, reading the book, etc. because if you can do it, the class is very passable. The problem is, a brotha's got like 4 other classes and a part time job and can't really be spending hours and hours on tax, but it is what it is I guess.

Took both tax classes, Got an A in each. Read everything prior to class. Do ALL assignments prior to class. Form study groups for studying and for the returns. Exams, do your best not to use your books. They will slow you down. Write every single note, and copy everything you think you might need from the text onto 9x11 paper. Bam, A.

Taking Tax I now. Probably the hardest class i've taken so far. Flynn isn't a bad teacher at all, it's just the material is difficult to study for. Type up all of your notes and condense them for quick reference sheets during tests and practice the problems over and over.

Very clear when teaching material, so attend every class.Not as bad as everyone else makes him out to be. The key, attend every class and keep up with the homework. It will be about 2-3 hours of work a week and on test day just redo the homework problems (will take about 5 hours) and you will pass the class.

He’s not the monster everyone makes him out to be but his tests are very hard. He should assign harder homework problems. You feel like you’re prepared when you do the homework but things on the test weren’t covered in the homework.

He’s not the monster everyone makes him out to be but his tests are very hard. He should assign harder homework problems. You feel like you’re prepared when you do the homework but things on the test weren't covered in the homework.

Very helpful as an instructor,good quality teaching method. Personally I wish there are more instructors like him, because he cares what your really learned. Exams are fair, he does not test material he didn't cover.

This was one of the hardest courses I ever took, it was a lot of work. Flynn is not a bad teacher, you can e mail him and go to his office for any questions you might have. Its so much work so do not take this class looking for an easy A, you might not be able to have a life when taking this class.

This class is not hard if you put the time in. You NEED to study and stay on top of the HW. He gives extra credit for certain HW's and they help you stay alive in that class. Tip to pass- Take really well organized notes for the open book/note exams. they will save your life!!

Tax was the hardest class I have ever had. It is a lot of work but Prof Flynn makes it as interesting as he can. A lot of people don't like him but he motivated me to work hard. Tests are very difficult; I didn't have a life a week up until the exam. Returns are hard as well but the homework saves you (it's extra credit). Attend every class.

Prof Flynn is an outstanding teacher, but this is the hardest class I have EVER had. The exams are very difficult but the hw's save your grade. Attend every class and do the work; you'll pass.

Tax is tough. I can understand people complaining about that. But Flynn is clear about what he expects and teaches exactly what will be on the tests. He is a great professor. Treat the classes with the respect they deserve and you will do well.

Dr. Flynn gets a lot of negative comments, but honestly, he is the best professor I had at West Chester. Make no mistake, tax will be the toughest course you'll take in college, but you leave knowing the material. Flynn will help you if you ask and make an effort. In my opinion, the students who don't read, study or go to class are the ones who fai

Toughest class I have taken at WCU, by far. So much material, but Flynn knows how to teach it. Go to class, spend time out of class reading, and don't save tax returns for last minute and you will be okay. Homeworks are a HUGE help. Tests are open book and note, but don't think that is enough; you have to read, highlight, study, sticky note.

Do the work and you'll be fine. Do the HW until you understand the concepts. Then do it again. My 2 As did not come easy. For tests, bring 1 paper for each chpt. Write everything on it that's important. Go in like ur not allowed to use ur book and you won't. Trust me 2 yrs into pub acct and youll wish u were back in FHG studying for a Flynn test:)

I watched this man take a 20% grade deduction from a tax return because the person showed up to class LITERALLY 30 seconds late. DO NOT take this class lightly. Don't lollygag the first test like I did and play catch up the rest of the way. Respect the class. Flynn teaches it the best way possible, but lock and load for a heck of a semester.

You will be challenged more than you were in any class you've taken at WCU, but it will make you a more disciplined student. Flynn takes a lot of pride and his teaching is outstanding. Do your part by being engaged, staying on top of assignments, participating, and you'll be very successful in this seemingly impossible class.

Dr Flynn is without a doubt the best professor I have ever had. He clearly explains every topic you need to know and actually makes you work for your grade. In order to do well, you have to go to every class, pay full attention, and make sure you understand the material. That's it. I got an A in the class and never read a chapter. Don't stress.

I am graduating in May and it looks like I will pass Tax 2, but I know there are people who may not. In my opinion, Tax 2 is much more difficult than Tax 1 solely because of the material being taught. Flynn teaches the material well though. Do the work and you should be alright. However, the first return assignment is way too much work.

I just graduated and am currently studying for the regulation portion of the CPA exam, which is roughly 60% taxation and I am very thankful for Dr. Flynn. He teaches the most important material and certainly prepares you well for the exam. You need to do the work though (read, take notes and do the HW). I got an A in the class.

All the comments I read about Flynn were not true. They just made me scared and lost confidance on myself. He has a diffrent way of teaching, so all you need is read the chapters, do the HK, and pay a full attention. so try to understand and do your best, then judge him.

Dr. Flynn is the best in the Accounting Department. He explains things very clear, and we actually learned. You put the hours study, you earn the grade. Read the book before and after class, and do the problems, you will be fine. Dr. Flynn is a very humor person, he makes Tax classes very interesting, sometimes he makes us laughing so hard :)

Dr. Flynn, probably the most feared Accounting professor, but he shouldn't be. Tax is hard, you HAVE to stay on top of the readings, and try to do the homework. Also, make sure you do the homework he collects, big help. And don't wait until the last week for the Tax Returns. He was the best professor I had at WCU and I will always remember him.

Everyone scares you about Professor Flynn. I still don't understand why. Put in the effort and you will do well. He's not mean, he just doesn't brook nonsense. A college level course, so you can't expect to show up and pass. Fair grading - wants to prepare you for the workplace. Overall great teacher.

Definitely one of the hardest Accounting professors at West Chester. Tax is definitely a tough class and you will have to put in some long hours and work hard, but it is by no means an impossible class. DO NOT CRAM for the tests, it will not work. Leave yourself a week or so to review for each test and take good notes and you should be fine.

Great professor. Give a little true effort you'll do fine.

Tax class is a ton of material, no matter who teaches it. Flynn breaks down difficult material into bite size pieces. Note heavy, but the notes are REALLY useful. TRY the homework, REDO the homework for practice. Index your notes to make tests easier to work through!

Dr. Flynn's tax classes are the most difficult classes an accounting student at WCU will take, but they aren't impossible. Forget whatever concept of studying you had before, because a couple hours here and there aren't enough. Beyond just tax, Flynn's classes teach you how to learn and not memorize, and force you to be meticulous. Great professor.

Don't believe the rumors, Dr. Flynn is one of the best professors I have ever had. The material, in general, is tough so it is a class that you have to work for in order to get the grade you desire. But, if you are actually interested in learning Tax, Prof. Flynn is the professor to take.

This class is difficult but you will learn a lot for your degree. Flynn can be rough but it's the best money I've spent to actually learn. Study his lecture notes, get to know a classmate well and work on tax assignments early. Homework adds extra points to exams. Withdraw on the last day and retake it for an easier time if you can.

Greatest bang for your buck in terms of not only knowledge but how you go about learning itself. The class is not subject to grade inflation like some others, therefore you are going to need to work hard for your grade. It may not seem apparent at times, but he cares about his students and is preparing you for your career. No sloppy work!

Tax I was easily the hardest class I've ever taken, but it's also the class I learned the most as an accounting major. Read and do problems before class, go to class, and redo problems as many times as you can before exams to drill the concepts into your head. Spend majority of exam time on the MC because they can really hurt you if a lot are wrong

Flynn has a reputation for being a difficult professor, mostly due to the material. He can be hard on students that aren't prepared for class, but he is an excellent teacher if you put the work in. When preparing for exams, study the material as if it isn't an open book test. If you put in some time to study, the course is very manageable.

Flynn is a ball buster if you do not put the work in but if you do what is expected of you. You earn the grade you deserve. It is a tough course and Flynn doesnt cut much slack but I learned more in that class than any class ever. & I would take him again. Its not as bad as everyone says.

Dr. Flynn's class is very challenging, but you do some serious learning! He can be sarcastic and standoffish, but if you show up, participate, and respond positively to him, Dr. Flynn isn't so bad. Do the problems and review the lectures for at least a week or two before the tests. Look online for IRS instructions for the tax returns!

Dr. Flynn is a great professor and structures his class to prepare you to be competitive in the real world. If you have any interest in the tax field, this class will help you determine if that interest is legitimate. To pass this class you must put the time in. The exams are tough. Complete the CPA review questions at the end of each chapter!

Dr. Flynn is a great professor. I have learned more in his tax classes than I have in any of my other courses at WCU. If you want to do well, prioritize it put in the work. The students who have negative things to say are generally the students who don't put the work in. Go to class, do your homework and study. It's easy to receive an A doing that

Flynn is a different professor when he teaches Not-For-Profit. He is very clear and srtaightforward, but he does pick on people for not doing the reading or homework. For ACC407, he doesn't post the homework answers online, so you need to come to is office or, better yet, class to get the solution.

Flynn gets a bad rep from his difficult tax 1 class but non profit is way different! it is not easy by any means but very manageable. Expects you to read the text and do the homework before class. Flynn isn't easy but he wants everyone to learn and do well after school, not just pass the class. Do the work and study and you will be fine.

Dr. Flynn is an excellent professor. Hard classes but very possible to get a good grade. He challenges students to learn, and prepares them for the real world. My advice for doing well in his tax classes - Don't be afraid of asking questions. Embrace the challenge of tax. I've seen too many people in his classes fail due to fear of looking dumb.

Tax is by no means an "easy" course but taking it with Dr. Flynn helped me learn more than just tax things. It teaches you organization and preparation skills as he expects you to go over the class materials beforehand. He gives you plenty of materials to assist in learning you just have to be willing to put in more than the minimum effort.

I took Tax 1&2 and non-profit with Flynn and got high B's. He tells you exactly what you need to know/do for class on the syllabus. It's not a cake walk, but it's not impossible either. Not for profit is definitely less out-of-class work than tax, as long as you pay attention and put in effort. Exams are similar to in-class problems & homework.

He gives students everything they needed to be successful, but I know many students were either unable or unwilling to put in the work that a 400 level course such as this requires. Open-ended questions on the test are the same as the problems from class and he goes over the answers to them so you are well equipped. will be taking him for tax 2.

Everything is open note. Just go to class, be prepared, and pay attention. He gives you everything you need, you just need to be willing to put in more than the bare minimum. If you don't want to put in work then don't take this class... and maybe change your major. Also, never answer a question with "I don't know" or "is it ____?".

Tax Returns are a challenge but the tests are basically from the notes. You will learn tax if you take the time to learn. If you want to be a good accountant take Flynn.

Great guy and teacher, but this is a very difficult class. Make sure you are taking notes and doing the reading every night, you really have to put in the work. Even with all the extra credit his test were very hard. Overall a good professor but you still have to put in a lot of work by yourself in order to pass.

Lol at some of these reviews. Dr. Flynn is a fantastic professor who provides you with everything you need to succeed in his courses. People don't like him because he doesn't put up with nonsense - if you don't do the reading or homework and it shows, you will get called out. Don't expect an A without putting work in.

dr flynn is a legend just show up and pay attention youll be fine in 407... tax ii is tough though

I've taken Flynn for several classes now and he is hands down one of the best Accounting professors at WCU. He expects high quality work from his students and does not tolerate slackers, so be warned if you think you're going to coast through Tax / NFP Accounting.

Dr. Flynn was one of the best professors of my undergraduate career, and he confirmed my interest in tax. While his personality may be hard to work with at times, he's an extremely effective teacher. Thorough lectures, detailed handouts, and plenty of practice problems prior to exams. Take these reviews with a grain of salt.

Honestly he is a great lecturer. The material makes a lot of sense simply by him explaining it. With that being said, don't even think about missing a class because you will be incredibly behind. Tax returns and exams are unreasonably hard. The time spent on this class is like no other class, almost like a full time job. Good luck, you'll need it.

Flynn isn't as bad as people made him out to be. He is strict but he wants you to do well, I would take his class again before sitting through Belak's lectures. Tax is hard, but he makes the material very easy to understand. With that being said, you still have to put in a lot of effort to do well in the class. If you pay attention you will pass.

He is tough on students, but really wants them to do well. I learned so much from this course. His lectures are great and he is very structured, which ensures students are not left guessing. I had him twice and would definitely take him again! I am so grateful for his chapter outlines since they will be very helpful when I take the CPA exam.