4.4

Peter Sietins

Business - Bridgewater State University

4.4
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
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Would Retake
88
Reviews
4.4
Quality
2.1
Difficulty
4.4
Helpful
4.4
Clarity

88%

Would Retake

88

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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What Students Say

Winter Online course, very intense, it was not easy

MGMT360 - 5.0 rating

Very funny and sweet and always willing to help u out

HR140 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

42%

Grade Predictor

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Predicted Grade

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95% confidence
Based on 20 grades
Most common grades:
A (12)
B+ (3)
A- (2)
Grade Distribution
A(12)B(3)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(5)
Based on 21 reported grades
A: 12
B+: 3
A-: 2
B: 2
Common Tags
Participation matters (12)
Group projects (9)
Respected (5)
Gives good feedback (5)
Caring (4)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Accessible outside class (3)
Amazing lectures (3)
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Reviews (88)
5.0
1.0
MG120
Feb 8, 2003

great prof. really good at teaching. i learned alot

5.0
1.0
MNG130
Feb 24, 2003

so easy - just read the book - pass the tests using the study guide

5.0
2.0
MG130
Feb 26, 2003

Was a great Professor, and still remembers who I am!

5.0
2.0
MG101
Mar 21, 2003

funny way of talking but still awsome

5.0
2.0
Unknown
Apr 2, 2003

We should have more professors like him!! =)

5.0
2.0
MG140
Apr 3, 2003

Professor Sietins is really good. He loves to teach and he's really easy to get along with. There are study guides for all the tests and everyone pretty much does well. Lots of groupwork, if that's your thing.

5.0
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MG130
Apr 8, 2003

awesome teacher. awesome class. awesome study guide. just show up take notes read the book, read the study guide pass that class.

3.0
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MGT
Apr 11, 2003

great guy, good teaching style, lets you out early

4.0
3.0
HRMGT
Apr 16, 2003

Great guy. Makes class fun. Not too hard even though I got like a C+ in his class. Worth saying hi to outside of class.

5.0
2.0
MG140
Apr 23, 2003

Awesome teacher! He definitely knows his subject and teaches it very well. He never forgets your name either, so he will stop and talk with you outside of class, very cool guy. Highly recomend to be in his class!!!!

5.0
3.0
HRM
Apr 25, 2003

No Comments

5.0
1.0
MG130
May 8, 2003

he is a great teacher he gives you the study guide and lets you know exactly what is on the test...but you do have to do the study guide and look at it....and make sure you know the essays....those are most of the test anyway

5.0
1.0
HRMNGMNT
May 9, 2003

No Comments

5.0
2.0
MG140
Oct 28, 2003

This guy is great...he should be everyone's friend

5.0
2.0
MG130
Nov 3, 2003

Great guy who explains the material very well. Class is fun for the most part. It's not that hard, he gives a detailed study guide for every test. Definitely take if you can!!!

5.0
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MG140
Nov 12, 2003

a fabulous teacher, he is understanding to the students needs. gives out study shts before each test. goes above and beyond the requirements asked of him. Wish all the other profs. would take a class under him to see how to properly prepare for a class.

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MG130
Nov 13, 2003

This guy really is awesome. It'll take you a couple of classes to understand his personality, but it doesn't matter. He's an easy grader, but you do learn the material. Definitely take him over other teachers.

4.0
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MG101
Nov 24, 2003

This guy is da man! He's really easy going, great guy...who actually cares about his students. Class is based on notetaking, and all you need to ace the tests are the notes, u don't even need to buy the book!Take him if you can, you won't be dissapointed

5.0
3.0
MG140
Dec 6, 2003

very helpful..will give study guide with exact essay questions..easily my favorite on campus..definately take him for 130 or 140

5.0
2.0
MG140
Feb 18, 2004

iS A VERY GOOD TEACHER.. TAKE NOTES AND STUDY THE GUIDE AND YOU WILL DO JUST FINE

5.0
1.0
MG140
Feb 27, 2004

Sietins is the man. Plain and Simple. You can tell he tries very hard to teach well at BSC and hes great at it. Tells cool stories of past experiences on the job. He's the man!

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1.0
MANAGEMENT
Mar 29, 2004

I had this guy in he fall of 02 and he was a good teacher. He is easy and explains everything in his notes. He even stayed after class and gave me some tips on a business I started, and now I'm rich ****!

5.0
1.0
HRMG
Apr 5, 2004

very easy and tests are straight forward if you follow the study guide. he looks and talks funny (umm, ah, duh) but is a good guy. don't buy the book.

5.0
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MG130
Apr 8, 2004

"A bullet class"- Relies on Power Point to much. Show up to class and study for his tests and you'll do fine. Boring but easy.

5.0
1.0
HR
Apr 13, 2004

easy. take it.

5.0
1.0
MG130
Apr 22, 2004

He is soooo nice and sweet! He is one of my favorite teachers on campus. He is great with attendance and the material is presented nicely. Have the book and do your study guides to pass!

5.0
2.0
HRMANAGE
May 5, 2004

This teacher is very understanding and you definetly get some knowledge out of his class. You have two big presentation in front of the class and you need to definetly take the notes. He goes threw them so quick so be prepared to write your hands off.

5.0
1.0
PRINMG
May 18, 2004

He is a really great guy. Gets to know the class well, which makes it nice. However, he relies directly on powerpoint, which makes it a little boring. All in all, good class.

5.0
1.0
MG130
Jun 16, 2004

Very nice and gets to know every person in class. He gives good study guides, but you need to memorize a lot for the tests. He tries to make it interesting through group projects. I definitely would take him again.

4.0
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MG140
Jul 16, 2004

Hes a good teacher, but the group work every class is annoying if you get a bad group. but thats a common trend in this major. But hes willing to work with you and using the powerpoint doesnt mean he doesnt know what hes talking about. write fast tho

4.0
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ALLMGS
Sep 23, 2004

very nice and helpful. gives you a study guide with the exact info that will be on the test. great guy:)

5.0
2.0
HR140
Dec 21, 2004

Sietens is the best.The material is tough but the way he teaches it is very understandable and clear.Very funny and sweet and always willing to help u out.Just keep good attendance and use those study guides!!!

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MG
Dec 28, 2004

do not take his class

3.0
3.0
MG582
Feb 21, 2005

Friendly, a little spacey. His doctoral work makes him less energetic and motivated to be our teacher, instead being a student himself. Maybe he needs a sabaticcal.

1.0
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MG
Mar 4, 2005

He is nice person. He does not know what he is doing, even he said it! 20 minutes slide show would not cover graduate level courses.

5.0
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MG360
Apr 2, 2005

Nicest person in the world. Material is hard but he does an excellent job presenting it. Pay attention, do the assignments, and study and u'll do awesome!

5.0
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MG360
Apr 21, 2005

I cant see how anyone else can post anything negative about this teacher. About 80% of this dept uses slides for their lectures, and I think hes more friendly and charismatic than most. Hes generally intrested in people sharing feedback and getting to know the students in the class. Fair grader 2

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MG130
Apr 21, 2005

he is such a nice professor. he is helpful, understanding about students well, and well in communication with people so students can participate to the class easily.if you habe any question, you can ask him and he will answer you i am sure about it!

5.0
2.0
MG130140
May 13, 2005

Quite simply...the man.

5.0
3.0
MG360
May 13, 2005

Awesome teacher and very easy to talk to. Makes everything understandable considering it wasnt an easy class. Study guides are a HUGE help, if you dont use them dont expect to pass

5.0
1.0
MGMT360
Jun 3, 2005

He helps students understand subject, and he is very compassionate.

5.0
2.0
MGMT240
Feb 8, 2006

HE was a very nice and understanding teacher

5.0
3.0
MGMT
Mar 29, 2006

great teacher, never boring, very interesting, cares about students learning

5.0
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MGMT130
Apr 27, 2006

I looove prof sietens. hes the best ever! take this class. he's so nice and really cares about his students, but you learn, too. All the notes are on blackboard and gives you the questions on the tests beforehand. Awesome guy and teacher. Take the class!

4.0
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MGMT130
Apr 28, 2006

His class is very easy, he's very nice. My only complaint is that he pretty much reads powerpoint for his lectures (which are also on blackboard) and it can be a little tedious. But hes nice and the class is good.

5.0
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MGMT101
Dec 19, 2007

SO nice. makes never boring. easy in class assignments, very very little hw, great study guides for tests, simple final project. definitely definitely take him

5.0
2.0
MGMT130
May 2, 2008

Great professor! Easy in class assignments and study guides are exactly what is on the exams. He gives you the essays on the study guide too, so you just have to memorize the answers. Big on group work and attendance.

5.0
3.0
MGMT130
May 6, 2008

the best!

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3.0
MGMT140
Nov 14, 2008

He is an AWESOME teacher! All notes are on power point slides on Blackboard. Print off the slides and use them in class. In class assignments are done in groups and he has copies for those that don't have a book. He gives you a study guide for EVERY test with the EXACT essay questions on it. HIGHLY recommend him!

5.0
2.0
MGMT006
Nov 21, 2008

He is a great guy knows what he is talking about and the powerpoints are perfect!

5.0
1.0
MGMT140
Dec 12, 2008

One of the best professors on campus. He teaches from the powerpoints and almost all homework is done in groups during class. Great personality and makes the extremely boring subject entertaining. A couple presentations.. just a heads up if u don't like public speaking

5.0
1.0
MGMT140
Dec 19, 2008

Awesome guy, awesome teacher powerpoints are on point and study guides are extremely clear!!! TAKE HIM

5.0
1.0
MGMT140
Oct 1, 2009

Professor Sietins is the man very helpful if you have any questions and is a very personable teacher who builds friendly realtionships with students that shows he really cares. Make sure you go to class and you may not need book if you can follow the powerpoints. BEST TEACHER AT BSC WITHOUT A DOUBT DEF. TAKE HIM!!!

5.0
2.0
MGMT130
Jan 11, 2010

Best Professor I have ever had. Why doesn't this professor teach Mgmt 200 instead of that nut case Sylvia Keyes? 4 exams and a group presentation. goes over material in detail and tests are straight from material taught. Hard to fail unless you don't even try. This guy is super nice too. Absolutley the man!!!!

3.0
3.0
MGMT130
Apr 25, 2010

I was not overly impressed with him. He was pretty boring. He reminded me of the teacher on South Park mmmkay. His class isn't exaclty hard, but it is wicked boring.

5.0
2.0
MGMT360
Dec 12, 2010

This guy is the man!!! Exams are a little hard, just know the vocab inside and out.

3.0
3.0
MGMT130
Jan 24, 2011

I wasn't crazy about him, but he wasn't awful. He was really boring. Tests weren't everly hard except for the short answers, but he gives you them ahead of time so you know what you need to study to do them right. Not a bad pick if you have to.

5.0
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MGMT360
Apr 23, 2011

Online winter course. fast paced, as long as you do work you do well. Very straight forward in what he wants, answers emails and helps when he can. One major project at the end, powerpoint on a subject of your choice. Ended class with a straight A. Def recommend

5.0
1.0
MIS435
Jun 21, 2011

peter sietins great professor

5.0
3.0
MGMT360
Jan 16, 2012

Winter Online course, very intense, it was not easy.3 case study assignmts from text,2-3 blackboard assignmts,3 Quizzes, A powerpoint project and a Final exam-10 questions (written) not multiple choice. Also must interact on blackboard w/ other students (posting replies). w/ everything he was always helpful thru email.

5.0
2.0
MGMT130
Grade: A-
May 6, 2015

Peters a good guy. Approachable and well mannered. He's crystal clear about when tests will be, whats going to be on them, and is pretty fair on tests. PowerPoints are painful but breaks up 3 hour classes by assigning groups at the end. You'll have to read the book to pass the easily misinterpreted test questions. Follow the study guide and pass.

4.0
2.0
MGMT445
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2015

Very nice teacher, knows his stuff. Most work is done in class in teams and we had to give short on-the-spot presentations each week showing off some web tool we found related to the topic. Easy and quick to do, no sweat. 3 case studies assigned as homework. One final project demonstration of a management tool. No final exam. Never used the book.

5.0
1.0
MGMT130
Grade: A
Apr 27, 2016

Dr. Sietins is a very interesting and funny professor. His class was easy, but hard and he gives endless opportunities to succeed. After he gives a test the next class we get to discuss it and if we make a valued argument and show we know the material he adds points to our test. Very helpful and a great professor.

5.0
2.0
HEAL360
Grade: A
Nov 7, 2016
Would take again

This man is one of BSU's greatest professors. He's so understanding of student's responsibilities and actually wants everyone to learn, rather than be suffocated with work. His class was so interesting and relevant; it was the most useful class I've ever taken. He knows his material but is always open to learning from students. Highly recommend.

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
1.0
2.0
MG130
Nov 29, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I took management 130 online with professor Sietins and it was a huge mistake. he seems very unorganized and takes forever to respond to emails. The group project that is due at the end of the semester is a joke and is also very unorganized. Overall defiantly do not recommend as a professor unless you like an unorganized mess of a class.

4.0
2.0
MGMT130
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

Took him for intro management class. The class is strictly lecture heavy while you follow alongside a powerpoint. Theres 3-4 tests based on the slides. Book is not needed at all. Group Project at the end, which is interesting. He repeats himself so material is clear. Gives great study guides and real life examples. Great guy! Recommended

Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
HEAL360
Oct 10, 2017
Would take again

I like when he gives good grades on Blackboard; he's really nice and easy to talk to, he gives great lectures in class

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
HEALTH200
Nov 30, 2017
Would take again

THE LECTURES ARE NOT THAT BAD. IF YOU SHOW UP AND DO THE WORK YOU'LL GET AN A. HE CAN BE A TOUGH GRADER ON TESTS BUT YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO PASS IF YOU COME TO CLASS WHEN HE IS DOING REVIEWS. HOWEVER, YOU HAVE TO DO A LOT OF CLASS PRESENTATIONS AND GROUP PROJECTS.

Tough Grader
Tests? Not many
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
MGMT360
Grade: A-
Jan 30, 2018
Would take again

I took Fundamental Information Systems as a two week online class and it was intense but if you're dedicated then you can definitely get an A. The answers to the quizzes are online so don't buy the book. We had case studies to read and that's the only thing that took effort to read and articulate your thoughts. I'd recommend for a quick 3 credits.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
5.0
3.0
HEAL360
May 2, 2018
Would take again

Professor sietins is a great guy and cares about what he teaches. super nice and approachable and gives credit where credit is due. highly recommend him

Gives good feedback
Respected
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
MNG130
Grade: A
May 14, 2018
Would take again

Professor Sietins is great. He really cares about student progress and wants everyone to learn. I have taken him for two drastically different classes and both times I was pleased. Pay attention to the material and BUY THE BOOK TO STUDY, and you'll be totally fine. I recommend him!

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
1.0
5.0
MGMT490
Apr 9, 2019
Wouldn't take again

By far one of the worst professors Ive taken at BSU. Never met a more unorganized and unclear professor. I never took his MGMT 140 course, it seems like he is well liked in that course, but in MGMT 490, this man is clueless. The directions and rubric he gives for the cases make no sense. Very tough grader. Horrible teaching methods.

Tough grader
Group projects
3.0
2.0
HEAL360
Grade: A
May 25, 2019
Would take again

Nice professor, annoying grader. First exam was easy, lets you have a cheat sheet, next two were more difficult; lots of information, no cheat sheet. Takes points off for things on exams and the paper but doesn't explain why. All work is in class, clear about what is on the exams as he gives you a study guide. Overall, okay.

Participation matters
Group projects
4.0
3.0
MGMT490
Grade: B
Jul 8, 2019
Would take again

Took as a hybrid in the summer for 5 weeks. Showed up once a week to listen to him lecture. 3 papers, increasing in length every time, individual presentation with the option of not presenting, and a group presentation which is mandatory. The papers were easy but lengthy. Take it over the summer, bang out the work, and you're done in a month.

Gives good feedback
Group projects
So many papers
5.0
1.0
MGMT130
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 8, 2020
Would take again

He is a great prof. The assignments are easy to do and are interesting. There are a few quizzes that haven't been bad at all. As long as you do the work you'll get an easy A.

Gives good feedback
5.0
3.0
MGMT490
Grade: A
Feb 26, 2021
Would take again

What a nice guy. Great professor. If you're struggling, talk to him, he is wonderful.

5.0
3.0
MGMT490
Grade: A
Jul 1, 2021
Would take again

Great professor. Took the 5 week summer course. He cares about his students and will help you whenever you need it.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
MGMT490
Grade: B+
Aug 8, 2021
Would take again

Professor Sietins is great. Very thorough and you learn. Presentations are done best in person. Do your work and you will pass.

Respected
Participation matters
2.0
2.0
MGMT490
Grade: B
Nov 5, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Professor Sietins is a nice man, but is a tough grader who focuses on the little aspects of your paper like vocabulary and formatting then content of the paper. His lectures are short and not detailed besides what the power point says. Class is an 1 hour and 15 minutes but always cut class short. His class does feel like a waste of time.

Tough grader
5.0
1.0
MGMT490
May 10, 2022
Would take again

Great professor, I've taken him twice and would take him again. His lectures are engaging and he is not a tough grader, he explains the assignments very clearly and is a very reasonable guy. As long as you put an effort in, you will pass.

Group projects
5.0
2.0
HEAL360
Grade: B+
Dec 13, 2023
Would take again

This professor is one of the best I've had at BSU. Very caring toward student success. Very flexible with due dates. Camera must be turned on for zoom for full credit. Discussions, one individual presentation, on team presentation, midterm, and final. Very good lectures and will answer as many questions as you have. I will miss this class.

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Caring
4.0
2.0
HEAL360
Grade: A
Dec 24, 2023
Would take again

The class was only offered over Zoom. He is a very nice man but sometimes not clear on his grading. there is homework almost every week, group and individual presentations, midterm, and a final. He made the lectures interesting enough by talking about real-world experiences. I would recommend taking him.

Participation matters
Group projects
Accessible outside class
3.0
3.0
HEAL360
Grade: B+
Jan 13, 2024
Would take again

All A's the entire semester.... B+ as a final grade.... Nice guy but.. Jesus Other than that, it was an online class, lots of assignments but fairly simple.

Participation matters
Group projects
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
HEAL360
Grade: B-
Mar 19, 2024
Would take again

great professor

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Respected
5.0
2.0
MGMT399
Grade: A
May 2, 2024
Would take again

Taken a few classes with him , overall great professor and great man. Individual project and group project with a midterm and final.

Participation matters
Group projects
Caring
5.0
1.0
MGMT130
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Class is easy. You are expected to work in a group to do the daily assignment. He gives you 10/10 for it if you read your assignment to the class. No homework. Textbook is not needed, save your money. Sometimes lectures get boring but the doing the daily assignment makes class go by fast.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
So many papers
5.0
1.0
MGMT130
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

Good professor and offers opportunities to get 10/10 for the assignment. Group projects is the norm for this class. Textbook is not need, I never got the book. I just used the slides for reference. He is an understanding guy and knows that life happens.

Participation matters
Group projects
Gives good feedback
5.0
1.0
MGMT130
Grade: A
Dec 14, 2025
Would take again

This class doesn't have homework but instead we do daily group assignments. Easy subject and lets us out early most of the time. Chill professor

Participation matters
Group projects
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

100%

Textbook Required

42%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 20 grades
Most common grades:
A (12)
B+ (3)
A- (2)
Grade Distribution
A(12)B(3)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(5)
Based on 21 reported grades
A: 12
B+: 3
A-: 2
B: 2
Common Tags
Participation matters (12)
Group projects (9)
Respected (5)
Gives good feedback (5)
Caring (4)
Clear grading criteria (3)
Accessible outside class (3)
Amazing lectures (3)
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HRM

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5.0

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