3.6

Ralph Ferens

Business - Douglas College

3.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
61%
Would Retake
131
Reviews
3.6
Quality
3.4
Difficulty
3.6
Helpful
3.6
Clarity

61%

Would Retake

131

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official
131 total ratings

5

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4

24

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What Students Say

Please show up on time and be prepared

BUSN3388 - 5.0 rating

Initially, I hesitated to join Ralph's course due to negative reviews

BUSN3388 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

97%

Textbook Required

36%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

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Predicted Grade

B

95% confidence
Based on 79 grades
Most common grades:
B+ (21)
C+ (16)
B (12)
Grade Distribution
A(9)B(16)C(24)D(1)F(1)A-/B+(29)
Based on 89 reported grades
B+: 21
C+: 16
B: 12
A: 9
Common Tags
Tough grader (26)
Gives good feedback (24)
Test heavy (20)
Lots of homework (18)
Clear grading criteria (17)
Participation matters (15)
Respected (13)
Get ready to read (12)
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Reviews (130)
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4.0
BUSN1210
Nov 12, 2012

He is ok

4.0
3.0
BUSN1210
Dec 19, 2012

Ralph is a good instructor. He makes the class very fun and interesting. He make sure that the students understand him and he's very well-organized. If you read through his lecture notes and do the practice questions, there's no way you could fail midterm and final. I would recommend him.

5.0
3.0
111050
Feb 6, 2013

Nice Guy, very helpful. Read the notes and do the practice questions and you will pass. Beware of randomly places group project.

5.0
2.0
BUSN1210
May 3, 2013

Ralph is very helpful teacher, he's also funny.His classes were extremely boring,but he's tryin so hard to make his class engaging and less boring.attendance & participation worth 10%. his class was pretty easy, exams too,lots of memorization though. i got the highest mark on midterm, missed lots of classes messed up on project but still got B.

5.0
2.0
BUSN1210
May 10, 2013

Terrific Instructor. He lays down everything for you. You take it you get it. You snooze, you loose. Read some before class and you will fly. He is more into perfection which should be good for your future.

5.0
1.0
BUSN1210
May 25, 2013

He is a very nice guy. His young so most students do identify with him. He works for Coke, which makes it interesting. Attendance is mandatory and participation is worth 10%. Exams are not hard, however you have to memorize the book, word by word. The lecture might take you down if your group is bad. Everything else is good. I recommend.

4.0
3.0
BUS1210
Jul 19, 2013

Major component of this class is group work, and how effective you are establishing working relationships. Ralph is a great instructor, attendance is mandatory.

5.0
2.0
BUSN1210
Sep 7, 2013

Terrific Instructor. He is Well prepared, knowledgeable, care for students so very helpful with best time management. This is college so do not rely on lecture alone. He recognises your effort and response. Class is interesting but lots of business terms to learn.

5.0
2.0
BUSN1210
Nov 6, 2013

Ralph is a very good instructor,would recommend him. This course all about the memorization and his notes, not necessary to have a textbook. Group project is very important.

5.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Nov 10, 2013

Ralph is a tough instructor, but what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Great lessons for us to take away about teamwork.

4.0
3.0
BUSN1210
Nov 22, 2013

He is a good teacher, friendly and helpful.Make sure u study your notes and you'll do fine in his class. The only thing i hated was the group project. Not a hard class at all, very passable.

5.0
2.0
BUSN1210
Dec 4, 2013

Ralph is super friendly. I would definitely recommend taking one of his classes. His notes are clear and well laid out. You don’t need the text as long as you read over all his notes.

5.0
1.0
BUSN1210
Dec 5, 2013

RALPH IS THE MAN! Take his class ! you will not regret it. Best teacher at douglas. He actually cares about his students and strives for them to succeed!

5.0
3.0
BUSN1210
Dec 13, 2013

RALPH IS A G! Such an amazing teacher who makes a 3 hour class actually enjoyable to come to . Totally recommend him. Great prof!

5.0
2.0
BUSN3350
Dec 16, 2013

NICE TEACHER FUNNY MAKES INTEREST IN CLASS NOT BORING

5.0
1.0
BUSN1210
Grade: A
Dec 22, 2013

Ralph is Amazing!!!! I don't know where they found him from; but please Douglas College, go get more instructors like him!

5.0
2.0
BUS335051
Grade: A-
Jan 7, 2014

He has the knowledge and teaching skills which makes it easier to learn the course content. Also, the course work load is equally distributed thru out the course which was easy to manage. I wish Douglas College had more instructors like him. He is an amazing teacher!

5.0
3.0
BUSN1210
Grade: C+
Feb 20, 2014

Ralph is such a good teacher; he’s a nice guy and always checks to see if you understand; he’s always on email so getting help on the weekends is easy; and he’s super funny at applying the course to real life work examples; the group project is tough, but gets you ready for the business world; word of advice- you need to take Ralph for 1210 or 3350

5.0
2.0
BUSN1210
Jun 30, 2014

He is great with online lecture notes and pop quizes derive you to focue on your lecture.

5.0
1.0
BUSN3310
Grade: A
Aug 15, 2014

Ralph is a great professor. He's so accommodating and professional. He always checks the attendance, so I would recommend you to attend his all his classes if you wanna get the full 5% for participation. He gives sample exam prior to the actual exam, so you'll get an idea how the exam is. STUDY those sample exams because they really help as guide.

5.0
4.0
BUSN1210
Sep 15, 2014

Like his style, really helpful. Case study is really hard but manageable.

5.0
2.0
BUSN1210
Oct 12, 2014

Better be interested in group projects. They are definitely somewhat tough and requires at least some efforts level. The midtermfinal exam is not hard at all if you give yourself some studying aspects. Ralph is a fair grader in most situations. Note: There is a paper AND ''presentation''.

5.0
2.0
BUSN4275
May 11, 2015

GREAT PROF! Taught very well. You will spend time going over what he teaches in class. No homework, but do readings. Very easy to approach and talk to. Gives a LOT of feedback and every chance to pass. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND

1.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Grade: C+
Jul 22, 2015

No point making students do group case worth 20 percent and exact same individually. Strict marker!

4.0
3.0
BUSN3380
Grade: Not sure yet
Jul 31, 2015

Ralph's a totally cool dude. He likes to really get to know his students. He's a great prof, and really quick with feedback and marks. This course was far more challenging than I expected, but it was definitely interesting. It involves a group presentation and report, 2 individual assignments, a MT and a final. Take it with Ralph if you can. :)

5.0
3.0
BUSN4275
Grade: A-
Aug 16, 2015

Great teacher. Clear lectures and provides relevant real life examples. Though, group paperpresentation and individual paper so you will be busy. He is a fair marker so make sure you actually apply textbook concepts to paper and tests with analytical substance.

5.0
1.0
1210
Oct 5, 2015

Amazing! Ralph is awesome. His lectures are very good and clear. I highly recommend him.

5.0
2.0
BUSN3380
Grade: A
Jan 27, 2016

I've taken a few classes with Ralph over the years. He's a good teacher, clear and consice . There are group projects and individual papers (case studies) and is a fair marker of them. His lectures are easy to follow and keep students engaged. Textbook use is fair, if you read the chapter summaries instead of each chapter you'll be fine.

5.0
3.0
BUS1210
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 16, 2016

Very interesting lectures.

1.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 12, 2016

Dont take him ever. Do course somewhere else rather!

4.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Grade: Incomplete
Apr 13, 2016

Great teacher. Nice guy and has lots of energy. He knows a lot about business and industry. Assignments are tough and take so much work. I learned a lot. Be prepared to work.

5.0
4.0
BUS1210
Apr 13, 2016

He is nice and funny and class is pretty interesting. His lecture notes are posted and easy. I didn't even buy the book. Every class has a different activity or group game. Prepare for group work-especially if you get a bad group. I recommend him.

4.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Grade: B
Apr 13, 2016

He has a lot of knowledge. He is very helpful and tries hard to make sure that you understand. Very informational class and good teacher.

4.0
3.0
BUSN4275
Apr 14, 2016

I can't get how someone can make a negative comment on Ralph. Maybe he is too nice, still acts like a manager and feels accountable for people's success. Great teacher. Actually one of those 20% of college instructors who teaches and not instructs how to read a text book, and who cares. Very well knowledgeable, very fun, very interesting.

1.0
1.0
BUSN3350
Grade: B
Jul 20, 2016
Wouldn't take again

In my opinion, the way he teaches HR is very ineffective. In my opinion ,He is boring and mostly relies on his powerpoints. You dont even have to take any notes. IN MY OPINION HE IS Very unfair proffesor too!

4.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Grade: C+
Jul 26, 2016
Would take again

Great class, very informative, and great instructor. Ralph is a nice guy but he's strict. He checks attendance, so if you plan on skipping, then he'll catch you. His lecture notes are identical to the textbook.

5.0
4.0
BUSN1210
Jul 26, 2016
Would take again

Ralph is a nice guy who tries hard to make the course interesting with good examples and good jokes. His class activities are fun and you can expect to apply each chapter with a different game. Definitely a good teacher to take.

5.0
3.0
BUSN1210
Grade: B
Aug 10, 2016
Would take again

Awesome teacher. Classes are interesting every time and he's pretty funny. Nice guy overall.

5.0
4.0
BUSN1210
Grade: B
Nov 21, 2016
Would take again

He is the bestest professor at douglas college. I would say if u haven't taken a course from this guy, your study at douglas is worthless. I took 2 subjects from him. Wish he taught all my other subjects

Gives good feedback
Respected
Participation matters
1.0
3.0
BUS1210
Nov 30, 2016
Wouldn't take again

too much group work. not a suitable professor for students who like doing their work individually.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
3.0
BUS1210
Dec 9, 2016
Would take again

He's a fair instructor. If you come to class then you will know exactly what to study for exams. His lecture notes are clear and make sense. He has interesting lectures that aren't too long. He gives clear instructions about what he wants on assignments. If you read and pay attention, then this class is a breeze.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BUSN1210
Dec 13, 2016
Would take again

Ralph is fairly nice, has clear lectures. He's grading is fair as well and he's looking for lots of participation. But as much I recommend to take his class, I would also recommend you to not use your phone during his class. He doesn't like it.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
GROUP PROJECTS
3.0
4.0
BUSI2405
Grade: B
Mar 22, 2017
Would take again

Lectures are very long and boring, however I don't believe that is a reflection of Ralph as a professor but more of the course. It is detailed and definitely requires a LOT of time and effort to get a good grade. Ralph is a fair marker. He is big on participation and attendance, and don't dare touch your phone. Would take Ralph again

Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
4.0
BUSN4275
Grade: B
Mar 30, 2017
Would take again

A great class and a great instructor. Ralph's classes are very organized and interesting. In this class he provided countless examples of real world business situations. He comes to each class well prepared and expects the same from students. A good choice for those who want to improve their business knowledge.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
4.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Grade: B
Apr 19, 2017
Would take again

He's a hard instructor and expects more than most from you. I got killed on the first paper but eventually got the concepts. If you can bare and grin through the amount of work then you will get a lot out of this course.

Get ready to read
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
BUS1210
Apr 28, 2017
Would take again

IF enrolling in BUS1210 , he's the best you could find.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
Inspirational
4.0
3.0
BUS1210
Grade: A-
Apr 30, 2017
Would take again

Great teacher. Ralph is very clear and straight forward. There were no surprises about grading. Lectures were good.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
3.0
3.0
BUS1210
Grade: C
Nov 2, 2017
Would take again

Pretty average prof overall. The lectures were a bore, but what was good was aside from a few pop quizes, there weren't that many surprises. If you get a bad group for the term project though, get ready to work

5.0
1.0
BUS1210
Nov 20, 2017
Would take again

Best instructor for BUSN 1210.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
3.0
BUS1210
Dec 8, 2017
Would take again

he's a great instructor that I would take again since he's very approachable, will spend lots of extra time with you and helps you succeed. His lectures are very close to the textbook but he often includes real world examples which helps with understanding concepts.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
BUS1210
Grade: B+
Feb 20, 2018
Would take again

Class was very easy and manageable. Group project was worth a lot of the mark though and groups were picked by the teacher. Got the highest marks on every test but still did not get an A due to the group project being worth so much and the group that was chosen being very bad.

Gives good feedback
Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
4.0
BUSN4275
Grade: B+
Feb 23, 2018
Would take again

Ralph is an awesome guy. This class had A LOT of writing but the information really sticks and he makes the content so interesting. You go into class not feeling like it's a lecture but more so just a bunch of people socializing about different companies. Second class with him and I'd totally take him again. Helpful prof who's not super hard.

Inspirational
SO MANY PAPERS
Caring
3.0
4.0
BUSN4275
Mar 31, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Ralph has good office hours is a hard marker using the number 8 instead of writing it will cost marks You will need to apply analysis tools in a particular manner that won't always be clear from reading the text or attending the lecture. If you don't have time for office hours you will lose marks Will hurt your GPA Don't recommend if your ESL.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
3.0
BUS1210
Grade: Not sure yet
Apr 11, 2018
Would take again

Ralph is a Great Prof. He clearly knows what he is talking about and he makes his lectures interesting. Be aware of the massive term project! He divides you into random groups and then rearranges them so theres at least one domestic student in each group. Other than that great prof!

ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
3.0
BUSN1210
Grade: B+
Apr 26, 2018
Would take again

Awesome class and awesome instructor. Quizzes are helpful to prepare for midterm and final. There was a lot of work in this class. Ralph really understand the concepts and makes the class interesting. A solid choice for this class!!

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
1.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Nov 15, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Beware, very tough marker. The individual assignment he expects a level of writing and research at a masters level.

1.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Grade: C
Nov 17, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He doesn't care about your schedule. Crazy assignment load. He is a very strict marker. I don't recommend this class unless you are only taking this course.

Tough Grader
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
1.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Dec 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Tough marker, but also doesn't give you good feedback or direction. You are supposed figure out things that aren't in the text book and he won't let you take pics of the class slides that have examples on them.

Tough Grader
Participation matters
GROUP PROJECTS
4.0
4.0
BUSN4275
Grade: C+
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

Ralph is a very knowledgeble guy who adds lots of interesting facts to the course, he can be quite picky with marking so best to see him if you don't understand what he is looking for. I learned a lot from him, and agree with the others on here that the workload in this course is madness.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
5.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Dec 5, 2018
Would take again

I agree with the last reviewer since the work in this class is really heavy. It's best to take this class when you are not taking a heavy course load. I think that Ralph is a great instructor and the class is just heavy because of what it is and not because of Ralph's teaching. Ralph is really friendly and a straight forward marker. He's good.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
4.0
4.0
BUSN3380
Grade: C+
Dec 8, 2018
Would take again

Very challenging class but ralph is a good choice for it. he's a good instructor who gives many assignments and lots of practice - you will need it in this class.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
BUSN3380
Dec 11, 2018
Would take again

His lecture is logical and easy to catch his point. He likes to do the in-class practice, which is really helpful.

5.0
5.0
BUSN3380
Grade: B+
Apr 12, 2019
Would take again

Awesome prof to take for operations. He knows his stuff and has many many many examples to help understand concepts. He uses two tests, four homework assignments, one paper, one presentation. Also, you have to present concepts each week to the class.

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
3.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Grade: B+
Apr 16, 2019
Would take again

crazy high expectations of students though I learned a lot prepare to be busy every week crazy amount of work ralph is a kind guy who I found to be helpful

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
BUSN1210
Grade: B+
Apr 17, 2019
Would take again

Super nice guy who can be strict but is always nice. He is in his office a lot so available for help. Great choice for this class. And he's sometimes funny. Recommend - I had a great experience

Gives good feedback
Clear grading criteria
Caring
5.0
3.0
BUSN3380
Grade: B
Apr 20, 2019
Would take again

Awesome guy!!!! Takes you through concepts slowly and gives tons of help!!!

Gives good feedback
Group projects
2.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Oct 8, 2019
Wouldn't take again

Quizzes are full of crap. For the short answer questions, he gives a few options; however, those questions test your knowledge on the most trivial of concepts... Like really? They're worth the most marks, so why are you testing me on this stuff?? Also, sometimes, you find out too late that he has his trivial facts in the multiple choice wrong.

Get ready to read
5.0
4.0
BUSN3350
Dec 5, 2019
Would take again

I think Ralph is awesome. Even though the course is kinda heavy with a lot of materials and quizzes, I find it interesting rather than boring. The only problem is that he doesn't upload the slides on blackboard, you'll have to take pictures of the slides in class then find a tall guy sitting in the front row in every one of them haha

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
BUSN3380
Dec 9, 2019
Would take again

It is known that Ralph doesn't give a free ride, but if you care about learning things that will make you better in your career then he is the best choice for supply chain management. Everything he teaches he relates to supply chain work. Instructions are clear. BEWARE, he assigns a lot of work every week and you can fall behind quickly

Gives good feedback
Respected
Clear grading criteria
1.0
5.0
BUSN3350
Grade: Drop/Withdrawal
Jan 9, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Simply do not take him. I think the course he teaches in a way is useless.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Group projects
Tough grader
4.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Feb 27, 2020
Would take again

His style is very clear and he is very approachable. I find him to be very warm and nice and his speaking style is slow and understandable.

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
2.0
BUSN3380
Apr 17, 2020
Would take again

Should read book. Easy to understand his lectures

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
BUS1210
Grade: B+
Apr 17, 2020
Would take again

A blessing, very understanding and has the best interest of the student in mind

Gives good feedback
Respected
Group projects
5.0
4.0
BUSN3388
Grade: B+
Apr 23, 2020
Would take again

Such a great person and instructor. Caring, passionate, knowledgeable, fun. If you are in pdd-supply chain you will want to take him. He even gives job advises and helps you look for positions.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Inspirational
4.0
4.0
BUSN3380
Grade: B+
Jun 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Ralph is a great teacher. His lectures are fun. His homework assignments prep you for the exams. His project can be a little challenging so you will have to work hard on them. Unfortunately, he chooses the groups for everyone so it can get stressful. There is also no peer evaluation which could be very tough for some students.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Grade: B
Jan 4, 2021
Would take again

Listen to what he has to say, he clues in greatly on what will be on the test / quizzes. The quizzes pretty much re-appear on the tests, and he'll give you a chance to take review it once more, so make sure to do that. Do that, and you'll be fine.

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
4.0
4.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C+
Sep 24, 2021
Would take again

The class is challenging but Ralf's explanations are very good. He is patient and helpful. If you dont know excell, take a few youtube video classes because you will use it a lot in class.

1.0
4.0
BUSN4275
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 22, 2022
Wouldn't take again

He is a terrible prof. His lectures are virtually useless as he skims topics but expects a significant more in depth knowledge on his exams. He creates his own exam question for the case, asks to analyze specific aspects. None of which we will actually practice just talk about it in groups. i hope he reads this and adjusts his teaching

Get ready to read
Tough grader
5.0
1.0
BUSN3380
Grade: B+
Mar 17, 2022
Would take again

he is really good

Amazing lectures
Caring
Graded by few things
5.0
4.0
BUSN4275
Grade: C+
May 10, 2022
Would take again

A very good prof! hard class, but he makes it understandable

5.0
4.0
BUSN4275
Grade: B
Nov 1, 2022
Would take again

Really interesting class. Ralph is a good instructor!

Participation matters
Group projects
Gives good feedback
1.0
4.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C+
Dec 11, 2022

PLEASE DO NOT READ THE OTHER RATINGS. He rates himself on this website. Extremely tough grader, no clear grading criteria, wrong solutions posted, and wants people to come to him in office hours (?). Complacent because no one else teaches his course. PLEASE DO NOT READ OTHER REVIEWS. I had a GPA of 4.0+ BEFORE taking his course. Do not take him!

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C
Dec 11, 2022

Don't take him. I don't know who gave all these other reviews. Probably himself. No one in the class would give him 2 stars, let alone 5. Don't trust these ratings. Avoid him at all costs. Half the class failed and I am great at math since I am a CSIS student. 0/5. Avoid at all costs.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C+
Dec 11, 2022

Good luck passing his class. Idk what he thinks of himself but he needs a reality check that no one uses pen and paper to calculate cube roots anymore. Does not allow Excel in exams and absolutely hates people who ask doubts. I don't know who gave these 5 star ratings to him. Avoid at all costs. I wish someone else taught this course. ZERO outta 5!

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: B-
Dec 12, 2022

Amazing class to drop your GPA down a hill. If Ralph is so funny, he should do comedy in a circus, not at school. Avoid at all costs. What a terrible experience. Used to have my class on Fridays. Weekend spoiler.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C+
Dec 16, 2022

I don't know who allowed him to teach at this college. Absolutely terrible joke of a person. Keeps talking about his experience at Coca cola and nothing else. I hope someone reports him for being an unusually tough-grader. I have worked for 15 years at a Bank and I know more math than him. Please don't take him. My friends won't.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C
Dec 16, 2022

All the other reviews which say that he is awesome, funny, or a good professor are fake, and written by himself. No one liked him in both the sections that he taught and one has to be delusional to believe that he is respectful to students. Please take someone else. If you don't have a choice, you'll see for yourself that the bad reviews were true.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C
Dec 20, 2022

Very tough grading. Hardly managed to pass this course.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Group projects
4.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: A-
Dec 22, 2022
Would take again

Great professor but horrible class. Way too much work for a third year course.

1.0
5.0
BUSN4275
Dec 22, 2022

Save your money and your GPA.

Tough grader
Group projects
Lecture heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C
Feb 2, 2023

I am taking this professor this semester. Awful experience so far. I don't know about other students, but I already regret taking him. Skip his class and save your money.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: F
Feb 4, 2023

I am one of the few unfortunate students repeating his course . He failed me by 2 marks. No transparency in marks shown at all. Just tells students their marks, and does not give back the answer sheets. I wish I could take someone else...please avoid. Great source of Vitamin-D..(epression)

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
2.0
3.0
BUSN3388
Grade: B+
Feb 13, 2023

Honestly all these other reviews are relatable. He isn't that bad of a human, just doesn't know or does not want to teach. Might be a helpful person, but does not show enough intent to help. Maybe he's just tired of teaching. Not the worst experience at Douglas. He does not deserve hate, but I hope he's reported for no transparency and difficulty.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Test heavy
2.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C
Feb 15, 2023

I had a midterm yesterday and I must say I regret taking his class. Please avoid.

Tough grader
So many papers
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C+
Mar 21, 2023

Gives himself good reviews on this website and flags bad ones. RMP team should stop removing reviews. People reported him to the dean last semester. Truth cannot be hidden. Zero out of five for this professor. Do not take.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C
Mar 21, 2023

Dumb bald guy who worked at Coke. I think he snorted some coke there too. That's how he teaches. All good reviews are fake and written by himself.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: B+
Mar 24, 2023

Ignore the good reviews. Click on the bad ones. They're the truth. Good reviews are written by himself and calls himself 'Ralf' so no one notices. Do not believe any good review. GPA dropping class. Take him if you don't believe what's written here.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C+
Mar 24, 2023

His wife left him because of how cruel he is with students. Karma. Zero out of ten. Probably talks about his experience at Coca cola in bed.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C+
Mar 24, 2023

Ignore the reviews full of hate. I would never take him again because he doesn't know how to teach or what to teach. But he's not a bad person. Probably should just go back to working at Coca Cola. But he doesn't deserve hate even if he wrote fake good reviews on this website for himself.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: B-
Mar 24, 2023

He thinks if he removes all good reviews, word of mouth is going to be eliminated too. The truth is, he should be avoided at all costs and suspended as a professor for his behavior. The RMP team can continue removing true reviews.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: B-
Mar 25, 2023

I am a CSIS student and I took this professor last sem. He did not allow Excel or cheat sheet in exams. He used to allow excel in class. but the exams were long and handwritten. He used to expect students to calculate cube-roots by hand and hand-in paper assignments. very tough grader. no transparency. Not recommended. Waste of money.

Tough grader
Lecture heavy
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
BUSN3388
Grade: B-
Mar 26, 2023

Don't take. Save Money. Save GPA. Ancient professor with equally ancient knowledge.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
Test heavy
5.0
2.0
BUSN3388
Grade: A
May 3, 2023
Would take again

Initially, I hesitated to join Ralph's course due to negative reviews. But after two weeks, I realized the professor wasn't at fault. The course stands out as it emphasizes numerical concepts requiring practice. If you complete your work diligently, you'll succeed easily. Blaming the professor is easy, but last-minute studying won't suffice.

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
BUSN3388
Grade: C+
May 7, 2023
Would take again

This is a hard course, do the reading and attend Ralph's office hours prepared to ask him questions about the problems you don't understand. This professor does not accommodate unprofessional students. Please show up on time and be prepared. This is a third year course, you will be fine if you put the effort in.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Respected
1.0
4.0
BUSN3350
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 23, 2023

be ready to make notes , no use of mobile phones while lecture going on . tough grader in exams .

Tough grader
Participation matters
Group projects
5.0
4.0
BUSN3350
Grade: B+
Oct 18, 2023
Would take again

Ralph is very knowledgeable, and you will learn a lot! He's giving quizzes to help you study for the Midterms, and 2 assignments. He will answer all the questions and offer additional materials and office hours if needed. This was one of the best courses I took and I highly recommend him, he's an amazing teacher!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
1.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Grade: C+
Apr 24, 2024

avoid him

5.0
2.0
BUS335051
Grade: B+
Apr 26, 2024
Would take again

An amazing instructor who genuinely cares that you succeed. I went to office hours almost every week and he was very helpful. The weekly assignments are easy.

Clear grading criteria
Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BUSN3388
Grade: A-
May 3, 2024
Would take again

This is a doable class if you prepare to work on the weekly because he gives in class assignments and homework assignments every week. Assignments are doable and he offers lots of help when you get wrong answers. Tests are based on assignments so stick to this plan and you'll win. I like his style a lot and can't say anything but good about him

Lots of homework
Caring
Respected
5.0
1.0
BUS335051
Grade: A
May 4, 2024
Would take again

Ralph's way of teaching was perfect, I wish more teachers used it. He did not expect us to memorize whole course. Tests are open book and you bring in your notes and weekly assignments. If you do the weekly work then you are ready for the tests and quiz's too. One of the best prof I have at Douglas College

Lots of homework
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
BUSN3388
Grade: B+
May 4, 2024
Would take again

One of the kindest profs at douglas that I have had. I attended office hours almost every week and he helped with course material but also with applying for jobs in demand management. Thank you Ralph God bless

Caring
Respected
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BUS335051
Grade: B+
Jun 4, 2024
Would take again

Ralph is such a wonderful guy - I adore him as a faculty member. He rocks.

Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
4.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Grade: B+
Jul 29, 2024
Would take again

He has experience and he is teaching with it. Very thorough and detailed guy who shares a lot of content. So he makes the class interesting and especially for those who want to go into HR. He is one of the best profs in the college.

Amazing lectures
Respected
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
BUS335051
Grade: B
Nov 19, 2024
Would take again

good. iiiiiii

Amazing lectures
Inspirational
Respected
3.0
2.0
BUSN3350
Grade: Not sure yet
Dec 5, 2024
Would take again

Instructor Ferens is a good choice for any HR course. I've taken two HR classes with him so far and have found the same in both. If you try hard and who effort, he will support you and make sure that you get what you want out of the course. He is strict and those who play around are caught. Pick your instructor, easy grade or good training.

5.0
2.0
BUS335051
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2024
Would take again

Ralph is by far the best instructor I have had at Douglas College. He takes his job very seriously and provided so much information that I feel ready and excited for a career in human resource management. I wish that more instructors at this college cared as much as Ralph does. Get ready to buy books and to show up for class and to do homework

Get ready to read
Lots of homework
4.0
3.0
BUSN3388
Grade: B+
Dec 29, 2024
Would take again

Professor can be tough, but worth the effort. Attend office hours, complete assignments diligently, and you'll succeed. I found unstuck AI helpful for practice problems.

1.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Grade: B+
Apr 22, 2025

Ralph is the worst professor I have ever had at Douglas College. The way he teaches in the class room is very egotistic. Also in the class, If you need to get up to use the washroom he calls you out in front of the entire class You need to explain why you need to use the restroom; it is extremely degrading.

5.0
4.0
1210
Grade: B+
Apr 28, 2025
Would take again

5 quizzes, midterm, final, paper, presentation, and weekly summaries. Ralph is a highly structured, organized, professional, and by the book teacher. He won't bend rules so not a good choice for anyone who comes in late or misses class regularly. I enjoyed his thorough lectures and found him to be kind and really fair

Get ready to read
Group projects
Caring
5.0
4.0
BUSN3350
Grade: A-
Apr 30, 2025
Would take again

The best prof at Douglas !!! Cares, works hard and set you up for HR career !!! Keep up the good work Ralph !!!

Lots of homework
Caring
Respected
1.0
5.0
BUSN3350
May 1, 2025

Extremely strict and unapproachable. Doesn't allow students to leave for the restroom, and often comes across as rude. Sends lengthy emails if you miss class, even for valid reasons. Overall, a very stressful experience, and I would avoid it if possible.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Group projects
5.0
3.0
BUSN3350
Grade: A
May 1, 2025
Would take again

Great class and great prof! Ralph is the first prof that I had a this college that was available every week to go over material with me. He is very knowledgeable and helpful. There were quizzes, tests, paper and presentation in the course. And yes he is strict about not leaving classroom during the lecture but he does give breaks

Respected
Lecture heavy
Accessible outside class
4.0
5.0
BUSN3350
Grade: A-
May 6, 2025

Ralph is a tough grader and very strict about attendance, phone use, and break policies—no compromises there. But he's highly structured with weekly quizzes and assignments. His tests are long with lots of MCQs and T/F, so be ready to read the textbook closely to do well on his exams. U don't need to buy the textbook later version are okay too.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
BUS1210
Grade: C+
Nov 8, 2025

This is my first time writing a post on RMP and i hope its my last. i like school but this class made my soul die. There are some things that i have learned and value but the material is largly history based or common knowledge. i thought i was getting a good instructor and he might very well be but my advise? Buckle up

Participation matters
Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BUS335051
Grade: A
Nov 20, 2025
Would take again

Had Ralph for 3350, 3351 and I feel that he was far and beyond the best teacher I ever had. His lectures are clear, his marking is fair, he is kind, he is super skilled in HR. I found him to be incredibly available to help me, and he even helped me get a job interview. He expects students to act like adults and some dislike that...it's college all

Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
BUSN1210
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 20, 2025
Would take again

Ralph is very nice, but very by-the-book. You need to keep on top of your readings and attend class. That being said, he is absolutely willing to support you with anything. He's very approachable. One unusual thing about him is that he doesn't allow students to leave during the lecture, I've gotten used to it, but that may not be feasible for some.

Get ready to read
Group projects
Caring
5.0
4.0
BUS1210
Grade: B+
Nov 30, 2025
Would take again

Ralph is the best prof that I had this semester and I wish that more taught like him. Lessons are organized and you know what you will learn every day and what is taught is on the test. His structure really worked for me. Tests were not hard, practice quiz prepare you for the tests, report takes a lot of time but you work on it all semester long.

Caring
Accessible outside class
1.0
5.0
BUSN1210
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2025

Do not take this class. I took this class because I thought the reviews were genuine, they are not!!!! He is not a good teacher and just a glorified babysitter. He does not post anything on blackboards and we have no access to anything to study from. Trust me, do not take this class.

Tough grader
Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
BUSN1210
Grade: B
Dec 17, 2025
Would take again

really good teacher. would take again. lectures are engaging and he explains things and gives lots of opportunity to discuss with your class mates. lots of memorization. had more office hours access to him than any other teacher at douglas

Clear grading criteria
Test heavy
Accessible outside class
5.0
4.0
BUSN1210
Grade: A-
Dec 27, 2025
Would take again

Professor Ralph runs a straightforward course with lectures that are useful for note-taking. Exams are manageable if you take good notes. It's also a good idea to start the group project after the third week to make the workload easier.

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Gives good feedback
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