4.6

Mark Frolick

Information Systems - Xavier University

4.6
Quality
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4.6
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.5
Helpful
4.7
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100%

Would Retake

110

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What Students Say

Seems to have little interest in actually teaching students

INFO655 - 2.0 rating

The biggest waste of MBA tuition

INFO550 - 2.0 rating
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100%

Textbook Required

68%

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A: 8
B: 1
Not sure yet: 1
B+: 1
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GROUP PROJECTS (3)
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INFO903
Grade: B
Aug 14, 2005

No tests needed to be taken. Everything was weekly reviews and a single project. Pretty good class to take.

5.0
3.0
INFO903
Sep 26, 2005

The best professor that I have had at Xavier. He really knows his stuff!

5.0
2.0
INFO903
Feb 6, 2006

Best MBA class that I have taken at Xavier!

5.0
3.0
INFO903
Dec 4, 2006

Great professor. More should be like him.

3.0
3.0
INFO903
Dec 26, 2006

First piece of feedback was the final grade. Although I enjoyed the format (Harvard case method, where essentially all intruction is through class discussion), I have a hard time believing the class always covered every salient point - Frolick never seemed to have anything to add unless he was asked directly. A dissapointment.

5.0
2.0
INFO903
Jan 15, 2007

He was the best prof we have has so far. We need more like him!

5.0
2.0
INFO903
Jan 17, 2007

Great person and very enjoyable to be around. He provided a lot of new information. Not too technical. A nice blend of basic information.

2.0
1.0
INFO903
Feb 16, 2007

Pretty good class, nothing but case discussions. But professor didn't really contribute anything.

5.0
3.0
INFO903
Feb 27, 2007

The professor took an approach that was different for many of us. He used Harvard cases. A lot of work but I got a great deal out of the class. I wish that more professors were like him!

5.0
2.0
INFO700
Mar 6, 2007

Professors like Dr. Frolick are the reason that I am spending $45,000 on an Executive MBA. Money well spent. He is the best professor that I have ever had. Xavier needs more like him!

5.0
3.0
INFO903
May 2, 2007

As a computer professional, I thought that I would not get anything out of this class. It turned out to be my favorote yet!

4.0
3.0
INFO903
May 24, 2007

By far the best class in Xavier's MBA program. I wish that he taught more classes.

5.0
3.0
INFO903
Jun 7, 2007

I thought about taking Dr. Sena's on-line version of this class but am glad that I took Frolick instead. What an amazing professor! He knows his stuff.

5.0
3.0
INFO903
Aug 19, 2007

Great professor. I liked the format for a summer class.

5.0
4.0
INFO903
Oct 29, 2007

He was the best teacher that I have had in the MBA program. I wish that I could take him for more classes!

5.0
4.0
INFO903
Nov 20, 2007

This was the best class that we have had in Fairfield. Far better than what we are going through right now.

5.0
4.0
INFO600
Dec 16, 2007

Dr. Frolick is great! Why can't Xavier hire more professors like him?

5.0
4.0
INFO600
Dec 21, 2007

I had no real interest in MIS before taking this course. Dr. Frolick was so good that I decided to take his business intelligence class next Spring

5.0
4.0
INFO600
Jan 2, 2008

Professor Frolic is the best of the best!

5.0
3.0
INFO600
Jan 14, 2008

This class was awesome! What a great professor. I wish that Xavier had more like him

5.0
4.0
INFO600
Feb 13, 2008

Certainly one of the best professors that I have ever had! He always goes the extra mile to help.

5.0
3.0
INFO600
Mar 24, 2008

Great Professor!

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Apr 28, 2008

Professor Frolick was the best professor that I have had so far. I hope to take him for another class before I finish my MBA.

5.0
2.0
INFO655
May 5, 2008

When it comes to BI, Dr. Frolick really knows his stuff. I do BI for a living and he surprised me every class with his knowledge of the area.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
May 7, 2008

This class was a lot of work but I got a lot out of it. Dr. Frolick seems to really care about the students and how well they do in his class. He is always available to help.

5.0
2.0
INFO655
May 9, 2008

This class was great! It wasn't until I was doing research for my class paper that I realized that Dr. Frolick is the BI God. I feel lucky to have had him for this class.

4.0
2.0
INFO600
May 19, 2008

The class itself was significantly different than I expected, but I thought Dr. Frolick did a very good job teaching and did well at relating the subject matter to the class. He was a bit vague with guidance and direction for our research paper and project, but overall, a very solid professor that I would recommend without reservation.

4.0
3.0
INFO600
May 19, 2008

This class was a lot of work but I learned a great deal. I thought about taking Dr. Sena?s on-line class instead because I heard that it was very easy. Since I was paying for the class out of my own pocket, I decided to take Dr. Frolick?s class instead. That turned out to be a good choice. Dr. Frolick really knows his stuff!

5.0
3.0
INFO600
May 20, 2008

By far the best class that I have had during the MBA program here at Xavier

5.0
3.0
INFO655
May 22, 2008

It became obvious to me the first day of the class that Dr. Frolick knows more about BI than anyone that I have ever met. That is not an easy task as I have been working in BI for several years now. Dr. Frolick is an amazing professor!

5.0
2.0
INFO600
May 24, 2008

Dr. Frolick is the best o the best!

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Jun 10, 2008

Professor Frolic may know more about IT than anyone that I have ever met. As an IT professional, I appreciate his ability to communicate the topic in a way that allows me to better communicate with my users. He is the best!

5.0
2.0
INFO655
Jun 11, 2008

I was very apprehensive about taking this class as I didn?t have an IT background. Dr. Frolick assured me that the course was structured as an overview of BI and did not demand a high level of IT skill. He went out of his way to ensure that I understood the material along the way. Great class! Great professor! I would highly recommend him.

2.0
3.0
INFO600
Jun 11, 2008

unhelpful and unclear. Didn't contribute much unless prompted. Class lead the discussions and knew morew than this suppossed BI God. I thought he was unclear. As a female reading his ratings, it is stunning to see so many "hots!" haha...if you are into 100 pound skeletons maybe!!

5.0
1.0
INFO655
Jun 11, 2008

Great cases and speakers. I am glad that I decided to sign up for this course. The BI courses should really help my career.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Jun 17, 2008

Simply wonderful!

2.0
1.0
INFO600
Jul 2, 2008

Nothing I didn't already know. The class wasn't too insightful. The prof was just so-so. He does not give much feedback.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Jul 8, 2008

Unquestionably the best class, and professor, that I have ever taken!

5.0
3.0
INFO600
Jul 24, 2008

Dr. Frolick is a great guy and cares about students. His class is not easy but you learn a lot and can get an A if you work really hard. Best professor in the MBA program thus far.

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Aug 7, 2008

Wonderful teacher!

5.0
3.0
INFO600
Aug 22, 2008

Excellent. He has a very relaxed style that take getting used to, but his expectations are very clear. I'm looking forward to being in another of his classes.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Aug 29, 2008

A great professor! Taking him in the summer is the way to go.

1.0
2.0
INFO600
Sep 11, 2008

Absolutely DID NOT teach!!Just a score keeper. Easy, don't expect much feedback.

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Sep 13, 2008

Great professor. Very straight forward. Seems to enjoy teaching. I would recommend him.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Sep 17, 2008

Very enthusiastic and energetic. He has the strongest knowledge base of any professor that I have had in the MBA program.

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Oct 9, 2008

Awesome professor! He genuinely wants you to do well. Teaches in a way that's easy to understand.

5.0
1.0
INFO903
Oct 19, 2008

By far the best class and professor that we have had so far. Sometimes the students at Westchester feel like we don't get the best professors that Xavier has to offer. That was certainly not the case with Dr. Frolick. He was great!

5.0
2.0
INFO903
Dec 4, 2008

Dr. Frolick is the best professor that I have had at Xavier! Be prepared to be intellectually engaged for each class meeting. You will get a lot more out of the class if you do so. Above all, take him at his word on the research paper. In order to ensure that the paper meets his requirements, you need to get started on it early.

2.0
4.0
INFO600
Dec 12, 2008

Knows his stuff. Doesn't seem to have an interest in students. No feedback. I had no idea what final grade to expect. Group project and research paper due at end of semester are 2/3 of grade. The other 1/3 is from class participation which comes from reading the articles, case write-ups (which he doesnt return) almost every class, and showing up.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Dec 16, 2008

By far the best class I have ever taken at Xavier! The outline of the course and 'open discussion' format were timely and beneficial to my learning and retaining information!

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Dec 19, 2008

Great class. Dr. Frolick went out of his way to help me with my research paper. Awesome!

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Dec 24, 2008

Great class and awesome professor! He really knows his stuff. The amount of reading seemed a little overwhelming at first but everything came together. I learned more in this class than I have learned in any of my other MBA classes.

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Dec 31, 2008

Perhaps the best class that I have had yet. Professor Frolick is great!

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Jan 14, 2009

One of the most useful classes that I have taken in the MBA program. Awesome professor!

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Jan 29, 2009

Professor Frolick certainly has a passion for MIS! I am glad that I decided to take his class instead of the online class.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Feb 16, 2009

Great professor. Great class. Be prepared to do a LOT of reading.

5.0
1.0
INTO600
Mar 17, 2009

GREAT TEACHER! Extremely nice and helpful. and the subject is really interesting!

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Apr 14, 2009

Dr. Frolick certainly knows IT! He has a passion for his class. Be prepared to participate in class - A LOT. This will really determine your success in the class.

5.0
1.0
INFO655
May 4, 2009

Dr. Frolick really knows BI! I do BI every day but learned something new during each class.

5.0
2.0
INFO655
May 12, 2009

Dr Frolick is GREAT! Definitely knows what he is talking about and is very passionate about the subject. As long as you participate (A LOT), you will do well in this class.

4.0
2.0
INFO655
May 18, 2009

Very good professor who is extremely knowledgable and passionate about the subject matter. Promotes student-led discussion and participation, while effectively using guest speakers. No tests, just case write-ups, a research paper, and a group project. Overall, not a hard class or professor if you come to class prepared and participate.

5.0
2.0
INFO655
May 27, 2009

Wonderful Teacher!!! Topics are interesting. Be prepared to discuss cases so that means A LOT OF READING!!!!

5.0
1.0
INFO655
Jun 9, 2009

BI is Dr. Frolick's world! This isn't an easy class but if you come to class prepared and participate, a lot, you will get an A.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Aug 12, 2009

One of the best classes that I have had in the MBA program. It was the best six weeks that I have spent in college!

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Aug 20, 2009

Very nice and extremely enthusiastic. One of the best professors that I have ever had!

3.0
3.0
INFO600
Nov 10, 2009

He is a nice professor. I would recommend to take his class

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Nov 26, 2009

Dr. Frolick is amazing! He makes me glad that I decided to come to Xavier for my MBA.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Dec 21, 2009

Great class! I would definitely recommend this over the on-line version of this class. The on-line class is easier but you only learn a fraction of the material.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
May 7, 2010

Very knowledgeable in the subject area. Has a clear concise way of giving information. Knows the current industry and is able to speak intellectually on all different areas of IT. He cares about his students and it is obvious that he loves his job.

5.0
1.0
INFO655
Jun 17, 2010

I feel fortune that we have someone like Dr. Frolick at Xavier. He is the best professor ever!!!

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Aug 22, 2010

Great class! It is hard to believe that it went so quickly. Professor Frolick is humerus and knowledgeable. I hope to be able to take him for another class during my MBA.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Aug 25, 2010

By far my favorite teacher at XU! He has even offered to help me with career advice.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Sep 28, 2010

I had a great time in the class. It was a lot of work for a summer class but we learned a lot in 6 weeks. I wish that I could take him for more classes.

5.0
1.0
INFO655
Apr 27, 2011

By far the best professor that I have has in the MBA program.

2.0
3.0
INFO655
May 16, 2011

Seems to have little interest in actually teaching students. Spends most of time during class in his office. Learned nothing at the end of the semester.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
May 17, 2011

GREAT teacher! I thought it would be boring as I work in IT, but he made it interesting. The class was difficult but well worth it.

5.0
1.0
INFO655
Jul 20, 2011

According to my IT manager, Frolick is one of the best BI people in the world. I knew he was smart but WOW! This manager told me that if you get a BI concentration at Xavier and apply for a job, count on the person in charge of hiring calling Dr. Frolick.

3.0
1.0
INFO600
Nov 14, 2011

easy class, but waste of MBA dollars. Pointless sharing of random thoughts about each case, but no real clarity what should be done. If you are in school to learn, choose another. For an easy A, choose Mark.

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Nov 17, 2011

He is one of the best professors I've had at Xavier. Always upbeat and VERY clear.

5.0
1.0
INFO655
Nov 22, 2011

The best professor that I have ever had - bar none! Dr. Frolick has forgotten more about BI than most practicioners will ever know.

5.0
1.0
INFO600
Jan 11, 2012

Dr. Frolick is the best! I had some issues in my personal life and he seemed understanding. Just don't BS him. Try your best and you will do fine.

5.0
1.0
INFO600
May 26, 2012

Best professor that I have had in a long time! He is passionate about this class. Always willing to help, just ask.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Aug 10, 2013

Great class. I am so glad that I did not take this online. Many of the classmates that I know take it online because it is an easy A. Really? Are you MBA students? If you really want to learn this subject, forget online.

5.0
2.0
INFO600
Jan 24, 2014

Dr. Frolick is awesome! One of the most helpful and entertaining professors that I have had at Xavier.

5.0
2.0
INFO60001
Grade: A
May 6, 2014

Case Studies read and 2 paper report due for each class. Class discussion regarding the Case Studies. 1 group project, 1 paper (8-10 pages). Fun class, learned alot.

2.0
5.0
INFRO600
May 8, 2014

In my opinion, the class is tough and not very clear

5.0
1.0
INFO60
May 18, 2014

Best MBA class that I have taken thus far. I didn't expect to like this class but Dr. Frolick was great! I have decided to get a BI concentration because of this class.

5.0
2.0
INFO550
Grade: A
Sep 19, 2015

Dr Frolick is awesome! He actually taught from experience and made it to where we could all catch on to what was being taught. The cases are pretty easy if you put enough study time in.

2.0
4.0
INFO550
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 28, 2015

The biggest waste of MBA tuition! We read cases from years ago, summarize them as 2-page homework assignments, present a slide about the case as a group, then spend an hour discussing them and two other articles. Then he leaves class for an hour to "work on our group projects" which is code for going down the hall to his office! He does NOT teach!!

5.0
1.0
INFO550
Grade: A
Oct 12, 2015

Professor Frolick was great. A lot of work for a 6 week summer class but there are no research papers to write in his summer class

5.0
1.0
INFO655
Nov 17, 2015

Dr. Frolick (Mark) is really passionate about BI! This course is a lot of fun. HE gives us plenty of time to work on projects. Nice guy and great course.

5.0
1.0
INFO550
Dec 12, 2015

Great class. I learned a lot more than I expected. Would like to take more classes from him!

5.0
1.0
INFO550
Dec 15, 2015

Overall, a great class. The cases were a lot of reading but I got a lot out of them. Would recommend this class over online for sure!

5.0
1.0
INFO550
Jan 25, 2016

One of the best teachers to take at Xavier. I did not say easiest. We had more fun in that class than any other class. Great Guy. Would recommend him to anyone!

5.0
1.0
INFO655
Apr 11, 2016

Very clear and knowledgeable. He is a fair grader and very well prepared for class. Very willing to help if you are having problems.

3.0
2.0
INFO550
Grade: B+
May 9, 2016

Each week you read an article and a case,You do a 2 page bullet point write up that covers about 10 questions about the case(same question every case),Be sure to speak 3 times during class for full credit,Individual research paper(do lots of research and you'll be fine) and group research project,Frolick doesn't work hard and unhelpful,easy grader

5.0
2.0
INFO550
May 14, 2016

Best professor I've had at Xavier. He always makes sure that you understand everything. Comes up with a lot of ways of explaining same concepts. Really glad that I didn't take this online!

5.0
1.0
INFO655
May 19, 2016

Loved this class! Heard a rumor that Xavier is pushing to move this MBA class, and others, online. What a sad state of affairs. There is no way to do face to face discussions, group meetings, and networking online. As an ELMBA student, many of us have had a chance to see the dark side of online classes. I hope that the MBA office sees the light!

5.0
4.0
INFO550
Grade: A
Aug 8, 2016
Would take again

Great professor. Really enjoyed the class. Show up and do the work and you'll get an A.

5.0
3.0
INFO550
Aug 28, 2016
Would take again

Frolick is a great professor who really seems to enjoy teaching!

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
INFO655
Grade: A
Dec 8, 2016
Would take again

Nice guy, not too hard, but he expects you to give your best effort. He'll have much more respect for you if you participate well in the case discussions.

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
INFO550
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Frolick is great! He teaches to take anything around us a case study which inspires us thinking and analyzing. The keys for us to get ready into BI.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
INFO655
Grade: A
Dec 23, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Frolick is great! There's lots reading for each class and you will fully enjoy the class discussion if you prepare well and learn a lot for his lecture. This course is not difficult but makes me hard in reading and thinking which helps me a lot and well prepared future cases in my work.

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
4.0
INFO655
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2016
Would take again

Dr. Frolick is one of the best teachers I have ever seen in my student experience. Participation is a key success in class, so be prepared reading assigned material. If you can participate, finish and present your group project, and write quality research paper you will successfully pass the class. I really enjoyed his teaching and class. Good Luck

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
INFO550
Dec 28, 2016
Would take again

Great Professor , r

Get ready to read
Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
4.0
INFO550
May 17, 2017
Would take again

He is a fabulous teacher! He loves what he teaches, and wants to make it enjoyable.

Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
INFO550
Dec 19, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Frolick is a very good professor. He is very nice and friendly. He likes to joke around a lot but he is a great teacher.

Respected
Get ready to read
Skip class? You won't pass.
5.0
4.0
INFO550
Apr 10, 2018
Would take again

Great teacher - best class so far in the MBA program

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
4.0
INFO550
Apr 22, 2018
Would take again

One of the best classes that I have taken at Xavier. What you get out of this class is equal to the effort that you put into it. If you want easy, take the on-line section although I hear that those suck.

Respected
Get ready to read
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
5.0
INFO550
May 4, 2018
Would take again

Best teacher ! have ever had. whether you need his course or it is just an elective, take him because he is the best teacher ever!

Class Info

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

68%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

80% confidence
Based on 10 grades
Most common grades:
A (8)
B (1)
Not sure yet (1)
Grade Distribution
A(8)B(1)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(1)
Based on 11 reported grades
A: 8
B: 1
Not sure yet: 1
B+: 1
Common Tags
Get ready to read (7)
Respected (6)
Participation matters (5)
GROUP PROJECTS (3)
Hilarious (2)
Inspirational (2)
Amazing lectures (2)
Skip class? You won't pass. (2)
Rating Trend

Stable

+0.06 avg change
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Last 6 months
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INFO700

5.0

(1)

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5.0

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INFO60001

5.0

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INFO60

5.0

(1)

INFO655

4.8

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2.9

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