very nice teacher, interesting class, want to come, all essay tests

Grades fair, take class to learn. Helpful when needed.

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Great Teacher; gives you answers to all of her exams

Very fair and always willing to help, open door all the time, good with responding to emails. Also funny and charasmatic, gets to know students.

Awesome teacher! Be willing to work for grade. Her class is not easy, but she is very fair and will help you any way she can.

need to work hard but rewarded in the end, clear notes and clear with saying whats gonna be on the test. she cares about students

Great teacher, gives answers to her test ahead of time.

She's great! Must work hard for your grade but that's what it's all about right? When you earn your A you know you really worked for it. Take THOROUGH notes to make it easy on yourself. Go to class everyday!

Good class, would recommend.

One of the best teachers at state: she makes you challenge yourself. Easy in class participation points, interesting lectures (just take good notes), gives answers to tests, and is friendly. Take this teacher, but don't cheaT (AFTER ALL...it is an ethics class!

Yes, it is a sucky subject but some of us are required to take it. She is a good teacher. TAKE NOTES and MEMORIZE them. She gives a study guide for each of her tests, theres no suprises. A lot of the class is based on your participation. 1 easy presentation, midterms and the final.

Very helpful, gives study guides, no surprises on tests. Material is not as interesting as I would like it to be.

Very helpful instructor. Exams are difficult but study session during the class before exam. Some material interesting some not. Grade based on class average. Helps alot to take notes & attend all classes. Grade based on 3 exams, 1 group presentation, attendence, 3 surprise quizes

Dr. Ryan is a great professor with a friendly teaching style. She makes the class interesting and really knows what shes talking about. Likes class participation. Need to memorize answers from study guide for exams (short answer/essay). This class is an easy B for anyone and an easy A for those that can memorize lots of stuff.

Although there's a lot of boring theory in the classs, the group discussions are actually interesting and enjoyable. VERY nice woman. I went to class about 60% of the time and got an A. You do the math...

Not an easy class (boring) to attend, but easy exams. They are taken straight from the lectures, so take good notes. Grade is based on 2 midterms, 1 very easy group presentation, surprise quizzes, and final. She is very helpful if you go to her office or email. Recommend if you want an easy A.

Her and her husband both teach in the business dept. Both are good teachers, care, make you learn, and aren't that difficult. For you Finance majors try to get both of them if possible.

Teacher very enthusiastic and well informed. I found tests difficult, but class was definitely favorite out of 6, expected grade- A/A-, highly advise taking this teacher, my favorite at SDSU

she knows her stuff and is really helpful. Class is not easy though.. A lot of theory and you need to put in a lot of time. Out of all my classees this was definetly one of the hardest

Good professor. Essay exams however she goes over material in detail before exams.

Prof. Ryan is awesome! The course consists of alot of reading material. You will end up learning 6 Ethical Theories at the end of the semester. She goes over the readings to help you understand them better. Pop questions on some of the readings, 1 easy group pres., 2 midterms, and final. Put your time into it, study hard and you will get an A!

Dr. Ryan is a really great professor. She explains everything really well and makes everything easy to understand. Very approachable and willing to help. There are two midterms, the final, and a really easy group presentation. Tests are blue book, so be prepared to write a lot. And you only have to buy one book, which is only like 25-30 bucks.

She is a great Prof in every way. She's interesting, helpful, funny, and will make sure you walk out of the class with a decent grade. Her exams aren't bad just as long as you focus on every aspect of the Study guide. Great class interaction. I would reccomend her no doubt.

She is very helpful. The test are very hard because it is just a bunch of memorizing and then writing it in the blue book. I would take just make sure you study the study guide before the test

Great professor. Made a potentially boring subject interesting. You really learn a lot in her class.

Ryan is by far one of the best professors I have ever taken at state. She genuinely cares about each and every one of her students like they were her own! She is passionate about the subject and it shows. She expects a lot (2 midterms and 1 final all in bluebook - have to memorize a lot of info) but its worth it! SUCH an awesome teacher!

Very smart on the topic. Summarizes the tough readings for you. Good structure and fair grading. Thought it would be horrible, but loved it. She is witty also. Recommended if you can handle keeping up with the reading. 2 midterms (she passes out great study guides) and a final paper.

If you can memorize things word for word, then you will ACE this class. That is all that matters. Leave your opinions and thoughts at the door come test day, because it's her way or the highway. Regular class days are actually fun and not boring.

Interesting class. Tons of reading to do but she does a great job of summarizing it and leaving it up to the class to discuss it. Lot of philosophical terms. Grading was fair and she shows a genuine concern for the success of the class. Highly recommended.

She is a good teacher, learn a lot from her, but the tests were crazy. So much memorization involved (since the tests are all written in bluebooks) that the amount of info needed to memorize was wayyyy tooo much. If you want to learn a lot of info and understand it, take this class. Want an easy mgt356 class, do NOT take this class.

A really good teacher. If you go to class pay attention take notes you will do good on the tests. Just cram the night before and memorize everything and you'll get a good grade. Class is really fun and interesting if you participate in the discussions.

Such a nice teacher! the first two exams are pretty easy they are essay and she gives you the prompt before hand everything comes directly from your notes verbatim. I haven't taken the final yet, but its harder cuz u hafta write a persuasive essay on ur fav. ethical theory. Overall, love the class/teacher, learned a lot! hopefully get an A!

1 ethical theory per week. Readings difficult at first, but she helps break them down in class. Participation and name card. 3 LONG blue book tests. Study guide provided. Memorize verbatim (she grades word for word). 20 min presentation. Helpful during office hours or via email.

Dr. Ryan is one of the best teachers at state. Her teaching style is meant to really make sure EVERYONE understands the material. Class participation is a must. Memorize for the tests. I wish she taught more classes!

I was scared at first but as time went by and i started to understand her well. She is great, knowledgeable and experienced, their is lot you can learn from her experience and in her lecture. I am a marketing major and never wanted to be anywhere near Corporate governance but after this class i am definitely inclined towards it.

The teacher is knowledgeable, she masters the material. However she is egocentric, judgmental, and a little in her own "Ethical world". If you don't like to read this is not your class. She will overload you with tons of material to read every week before class.

Her tests are composed of short answer and essays. She is somewhat of a tough grader so you really have to know the material. She does pop quizzes on the homework readings so don't miss a class. I would recommend taking her class, she is very understanding and wants her students to do well.

Wow this class is a trip. Will probably be the most difficult class you take at State, but also the most fulfilling and interesting as well. Ryan may come across as a strict professor which she is, but she's also very caring and helpful as well. As for tests, the only thing I can say is start studying early and often and you'll do well.

Best professor I have had. Knows her stuff really well. Hard tests and an easy group presentation. Very clear on exactly what is gonna be on the test, you just need to study...a lot! Makes a boring subject extremely engaging

Very hard professor but very enthusiastic. The class was interesting. Lots of memorization and she grades with a fine tooth comb. Take if u want a challenge. U really can't not participate, so go in eager. Impossible to slack your way thru this class. Can be scary, and loves confrontation, but also respects students who challenge her.

Professor Ryan really knows her stuff. I knew nothing about corporate governance before taking the course, but I find myself wanting to read about it even after the course ended. She makes the subject extremely interesting. Definitely the hardest course I have taken so far with lots of reading, but well worth it.

I knew nothing about corporate governance prior to taking her course and I feel like someone can ask me anything on the subject now. Her lectures are interesting and well organized. DO THE READING - it is interesting and necessary, not just for the quizzes. This is what I expected from an MBA course. You can tell she is very intelligent.

Let me first start by saying that Dr. Ryan is one of the BEST professors that I have ever taken. Yes there is lots of reading and yes, the tests are hard. BUT! She tells you EXACTLY what to study for the tests. Lots of memorization so give yourself at least 5 days to prep for tests. Also, class has a curve. TAKE HER and utilize her office hours!

This was one of my favorite classes in the MBA program so far! Lori brings in excellent speakers that make class discussions real, tangible and relatable. Read, come prepared and get involved in class discussions and you'll do fine. I highly recommend for all specializations. She challenged me to set my career goals higher. Great class!

Honestly exactly how a college course should be taught. Really wants you to learn! Even though the readings are tough (70s style) you actually learn and it helps you find out what you believe in and how you would like to live life. More than just an Ethics class, to me, it was also a class on life. Hands down one of the best professors at State!

100% objective review. Random pop quizzes that aren't difficult if you do the assigned reading. Gives you a clear study guide identical to exam but she doesn't use all of it 1of3 essay prompts will be chosen. No textbook. 1 easy group project finding a recent news article. All points pool together then curved so class avg is 2.7 gpa. You won't fail

I was waitlisted but never got into her class. I attended the first few weeks, I wish I had been able to stay in the class. Her class is heavy on discussions which analyze ethical dilemmas. She encourages you to think outside the box. I think she is one of the best for this course. If you get a chance to take her class, do it. you won't regret it.

Prof Ryan was the best! Camera is required to be on, but it helps with connecting to others in the class. I enjoyed the participation aspect of the course and was challenged with the class content in a good way. The only thing I didn't enjoy is that she would call people out for being off camera even if they were going to the restroom lol.

Test are free response/essay format. Answers have to be close to word for word from class lecture. Don't expect to just wing it on test. Study early and often. Group project is easy. Prof. Ryan expects a lot but she is fair and straight forward about her expectations. Fun and interesting class that makes you critically think.

Ryan was possibly my fav professor I've ever had at SDSU. She tells you on the 1st day that this class will be hard, but she makes her lectures engaging with relatable examples. Readings you have to read before each class bc they relate to the lecture and she'll give a few pop quizzes throughout the semester. 1 group project, pretty easy. Love her

She's not the most accessible outside of class--not responsive to emails except for the presentation. You prepare a current event issue in business and make a list of questions to ask the class. Her lectures are entertaining, she makes the necessary readings accessible online--but it is a LOT of reading. Essays are a big part of the exams. Pop quiz

This is a really tough class and the tests are very hard so beware if you know you are not a great test taker.But overall Ryan is a decent prof. She has some quirks but so do all professors.She is strict on her rules but honestly its not that difficult to follow them,Going to class and paying some attention and taking notes will get you a long way

Although Professor Ryan is strict with her grading criteria, she GIVES you the questions that will show up on the exam a week in advance. If you are not the strongest writer, this class will be more difficult for you. However, if you put in a reasonable effort to memorize the content she asks for you will pass at the very least.

Honestly one of the best professors. Her class is fair and if you show up and pay attention, you're fine. 2 exams earlier in the semester, (which is so nice to get done), 1 paper and presentation at the end- enjoyable if you pick a topic you like. She tells you the essay questions week before the test. Super doable, fun discussion based class.

Class was more interesting than I anticipated. Gave different ways of looking at ethics without being prescriptive about which you should follow. Good lectures that reinforced the reading.

When I graduated I never got to review prof Ryan. To start, this was by far the hardest class I took at SDSU, finance being 2nd. Literal word for word answers... But while saying that, this class did help the most to be prepared once I graduated. If you just want the diploma don't take this, but if you're up for the challenge, its worth it imo

Hardest class I've ever taken. There's a lot of detailed information covered in this class, and most of it appears on the exams. This professor wants detail, the exams are almost entirely essay based so study the essay questions and application questions the most (from the study guide). She's a good professor, but she is tough and expects a lot.

Took over winter session. Super reasonable workload. Quiz questions were based on the lectures, and class topics were interesting! Would recommend.