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GReat teacher. Very helpful.
Excellent teacher who teaches the material very well. As long as you study, you'll do fine in his class.
One of my favorite Prof's ever
Tests are ok. Doesn't count your words on your research paper. Particate! Thats what he looks for.
Participation is what he weighs heavily on, test are okay if you study the material, and work extra hard on the research paper
Find a way to take this class with this teacher. He gives a LOT of info about economics and life and budgeting in general. He makes everything easy and INTERESTING! I was dreading taking this course but he helped me realize I want a business major! You'll love this guy! I highly HIGHLY reccomend this clas to ANYONE.
This is one of the best professors I've ever had. He knows how to teach, and how to explain difficult subjects in a easy way. He is not an easy "A", but it worth it.
He's an excellent teacher. Really knows what he's talking about, and seems to care about the students. He's strict, but fair, and will take the time to explain something if you don't understand. As long as you don't try to pull any crap, you should do well, just make sure you pay attention.
I took him over the summer. He does a great job explaining the concepts. The tests are easy if you study. He does make the final a large part of the grade. You do leave the class really knowing macro. If you can learn from just lectures, I recommend him
The best class I have ever taken! Super helpful with material. Easy to understand, very clear, great tests, lots of info. I miss his class!
He's a ball-buster, but one that you RESPECT. Great teacher IMO. I learned alot in his class, wish he taught anything else.
Wonderful teacher, very clear and imparts informtion easily and with skill. Gives semi-hard tests, but will often give you the questions ahead of time for written tests. As others have said, one of the best teacher's I have ever had, and will look foward to being in his class-room again. Would highly recommendto any who has trouble in this subject!
Participate, or else he gets angrey. Very good teacher! He is very devoted to what he does.
Makes you feel stupid & gullible. Too much material for 12 weeks, adds in additional info based on the real world, & makes his multiple choice tests tricky. The final is 50 percent of your grade but at least he gives the Qs and As to the essay exam. At least he curves the tests & you get more points for attendance. Only take if ur a business major.
Outstanding teaching skils and very knowledgable.
excellant teacher, really knows his stuff. He DOES NOT put up with any bs. This class is for serious students who actually want to learn macroeconomics.
Awesome!!! I recommend this class to anyone who is serious about learning the material. He will open your eyes to how screwed up congress is. you will look at your paycheck the same way again!!! you will not be unhappy with this professor unless you are lazy and don't study and don't even try.
This guy knows what he is talking about. He will take chapters from the book and apply it to real world situations. He also asks questions from the class and makes it really interesting. You do not have to read the book for his class he will give you notes which will basically be the book. If you understand the concept you will do well.
Very helpful and fair teacher
the best professor i have ever had! if u like economics and u have a little bit of culture and manners thats the guy. old school but easy and INTRESTING!
When I missed the class that was made last min 4 the night before Thanksgiving & the rest of the college was closed, he chewed me out infront of the whole class & said I was going to fail. Then when he email me my grade, he included my fiance's grade that was higher to rub it in my face. Teachers are NOT allowed to give other people's grades out!!!
One of the best professors I've ever had. Makes the subject easy to understand and relates it to real life. He is a nice man, too. Very fair and encourages you to ask as many questions as you want to.
It is a very interesting course. I loved it. Some hints for you are to record all his classes. It helped me a lot when studying since it is a lot of information. He is very helpful, and explains it in simple terms, also he repeats himself a lot, to make sure you got it. It was def. an A class... just study and dont skip.
ok, do your HW! You will love this man's teaching style. He expects one to work and give very little slack to those who show up late, nevertheless he is an easy Prof. to get along with and you will KNOW ECO. BAR NONE!! he is the greatest prof. I have ever had teach me anything. EVER! He's cute in a Harrison Ford type way.
He is AWESOME! Honestly, at first... I was scared. I thought h was going to be such a jerk but he turned out to be my fav. professor. He makes sure that you understand before he moves on to the next subject. I plan on taking micro with him too if i can. I highly suggest taking his class!
This class wasn't hard. You just have to pay attention and you'll be fine
He's the one teacher that will speak his mind and tell you the TRUTH. He's what I like to call the realest. He speaks clearly and is always willing to repeat anything if your confused, lost, or needs a little bit more help. He doesn't assign any homework and his test are pretty easy if you come to class everyday and study. Challenging, but COOL
He is a very interesting teahcer. Most ppl like myself go into this class thinking it's going to be boring and a lot of work, but he makes it fun. He doesn't like str8 lecturing to his students, so it's like he having a conversation with us. You learn a lot, and he encourages you to participate. Great Teacher!!! Take him if u want a good grade.
Love this guy!!!! Hes a cool guy and his class is interesting. He is very informative and will help you if you ask. Definitely take this class.
Great professor. He knows his stuff, and really wants all of his students to do well. One of the most straight-forward, "real", caring business teachers i have ever taken! He helps students to see what really goes on in the world, with regards to the economy. You have to participate. Definitely take him! You will learn alot!
Prof. Berberian is one of the most incredible Profs you may ever have the honor of learning from. This is a man that knows his business, and has actually been in the business world, so has plenty of experience to back up his lectures. If you are a business major, TAKE HIM. As an Honor student its hard to find great profs. this is one!
he is GREAT! the best damn economics teach on campus! he will go out of his way to help you understand the material. he gives questions to the exams, and sets back tests dates if he feels that every1 doesn't know the material well enough. if you want to learn and get a good grade then take him! there is NO ONE better than him
This was the best professor I've ever had. He is very informative and he will explain anything until you understand. He lectures the entire class, but he is interesting and he uses a lot of real life examples. TAKE HIS CLASS, you won't regret it!
This was the best teacher I've ever had. He will spend as much time as you need to understand the material, and he asks other students to explain so you can get their hlep in class as well. All of his tests are fairly easy if you pay attention. This prof was so interesting and he related all the material in class to real life situations.
Dont count on ever getting out early, class could be taught in one hour but he waste a large amount of time reviewing what he's already taught and encouraging students to participate but that ends up being nonsense mostly. Though, he is a good professor, you will learn a fair amount. Just be prepared to be relatively bored throughout the semester.
the final exam is 50% of your grade so that means you need to pass it in order to pass the class! and the exam is HARD!!
He's extremely kool and wise.Just pay attention and learn all of the concepts and you'll be fine. This class is not easy, so if you believe that he's a professor thats going to let you go by your wrong. A lot of repetition. Remember that the point of Macroeconomics is to maximise your profit.
great professor. he really wants to be there and to teach what he knows. listen to what he says because you will hear it again especially if you are business majors. very clear in what he wants from you and what is on the test. take notes and dont miss a lecture. it is imperative to be there.
He is a good teacher, very professional. The class is not easy, but he explain it in an manner that you will get everything, he repeat and repeat the same thing, but it is very helpful. This teacher knows how to teach because he knows perfectly about economics. if you like economy take him.
I don't know why people said the class is boring! If you are a business major you will absolutely love the class, and him. He is tough, and you must attend class in order to get through. He is very helpful, E-MAIL HIM, ask questions, REVIEW NOTES, PARTICIPATE! This will help you out a lot! I wouldn't recommend any other Prof!.
Awesome teacher. He's extremely helpful and he makes the class really interesting. His personality is awesome too. He reminds me of the older teacher from Accepted. He criticizes everything, but he's funny about it. I wish he taught Micro or any other class becuase I'd definitely take him again.
I would not take this teacher in an express course because I had him once a week for 3 hours at night and its long. His teaching is GREAT, he gaves no homework only test. He will help you if you dont understand he will repeat over and over. Overall his class was interesting just dont do an express term.
Kinda hard, gives long lectures that are very interesting. Test are kinda hard but I feel like I learned something from this class. I would take him for micro also. You can probably find an easier teacher. But this guy knows his stuff. Not getting out early.
Great guy! VERY interesting. I really wasn't into MICRO before this class but after having him he made it seem really interesting. The things he taught could be applied to real life situations. Take a lot of notes and study that mainly. Hardly ever even opened the text. AWESOME GUY!!!
This professor is hard to believe, even you pass the forst two tests and have a passing grade for the research paper, and you don't pass the final exam you won't pass his class. It's a waste of time study hard and have nothing in return. If you need a passing grade don't take him. He's crazy, talk about political party every minute.
Yo he's simple. If you want to learn macroeconomics take this guy. he's really great. i took him for 6 week, and boy did i learn a lot. I passed his course just by paying attention and taking note. Not once i had to use the book. You overall grade is base mainly on the finial. and also if you don't get what he's saying ask questions.
If you want to learn Economics you need to learn it from this guy. I learned more in this class than I did in any of my other classes I took the past 2 years. His economics is clear and if you dont get it he will help you till you do. This knowledge will take you far in life if you can apply it.
He is the BEST, BEST professor in the world.He teachs what is really important in business, not what the book says, but what he knows, and he knows EVERYTHING.You can ask questions and he explains as many times as you need it. I Will never forget him. He all the time encourage students to learn, and in my case I learned a lot. I wish he teachs full
I found this prof to be exceptional. He was focused and knew his stuff! And he knew how to teach it! He could break everything down so you can apply the material to today's world. He made sure that we all got what he was saying. If you attend the classes then you will be well prepared for the tests and the paper. Bark is bigger than his bite!
THIS TEACHER IS GREAT,IF YOU ARE MAJORING IN BUSINESS YOU SHOULD TAKE HIM BECAUSE HE KNOWS WHAT YOU NEED AND WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT IN ''THE BUSINESS WORLD'', YEAH I QUOTE THAT.HE DOES NOT FOLLOWS THE BOOK,BUT THAT IS THE BEST THING ABOUT HIM, IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS HE WILL ANSWER THEM AND BETTER YET, HE KNOWS EVERYTHING.ONE OF THE BEST TEACHER.
Very cool teacher!!!
In my personal opinion, one of the best professors I have had at PBCC so far. Mind you this is a community college so most students entering his class for the first time will be scared away since they don't know what "college" is really like. Simply put he knows his field - and knows it well. Real life experience + lectures = great teaching.
My favorite prof.ever.Don't get scared by his demanding personality, all he's trying to say is that he hates slackers.He knows what he is talking about and has a great desire of passing his knowledge to students.Just 2 tests and a 50% final.Do not buy the book but take good notes.His class is an inspiration to many and hell for idle people.
Easy to understand, good teacher but the final equal 50% of the grade, i got good grades at the begining, but the final was easy but tricky. finally i got a c.I think because my first language itsn't english. Otherway, he is an excellent teacher.
Excellent teacher! With his opening speech, I thought he was going to be really tough but he really took the time to explain everything in terms that we could understand.
This is the best instructor that I have ever had. He really wants you to learn the material and will go over and over it until you do.
The most awesome teacher i have ever had. Had the best personality, and extremly real. Teaches real world ideas that we can apply to our lives. The best teacher to take this class with. Come to class and you'll do fine on every test. 1 research paper, but is really easy.
you have to go to class, take notes, and pay attention. please ask him to explain anything you do not understand, because it all ties in together at the end. not an easy class, but a damm good professor.
Best teach for economics, he uses rel world example. He is strict, but talk to him and he will provide you with alternatives, I love the way he teaches!!! Exams not hard if you study your notes forget about the book. STRONGLY RECOMEND HIM!!!
Great teacher, really cares about students and the future. A passionate, down-to-earth, prof. Pay attention in class, try to write everything he says, study your notes and you will not need the text book.
This professor is a republican who seems to hate democrats. He claims not to be republican or democrat, but constantly said negative things about the democrats. Overall he does not go by the book. He just gives the basics and many of the things on the test are things that you have to study by yourself. Overall a good teacher.
BEST TEACHERR EVAAAA... dont take him if you DONT want to learn. He is the BEST professor in the damm campus... You will need to study of course, but it will all be worth it. he DOES NOT require a text, just make shure you take notes. He's the reason Im majoring in economics...
Great teacher! He lets you know what to expect from the test and for one test he gave us all the questions that will be asked! Other than making economics easy for dummies, he is a nice man but don't get on his bad side!
He brings out the best of you. You must attend classes or you will fall behind and fail. Forget the book! Tests are from the notes. Difficult final exam. You must study!!! Great professor! Take him!!!
WE NEED TEACHERS LIKE HIM! Straight forward, honest, great "old school" guy who is teaching because he wants to, not because he has to. Attend classes and take notes. No book necessary. Hard final, you must study if you want a good grade. TAKE HIM!!!!!!!
real old school dude,dopest professor I've had at pbcc, all lecture no book, always repeats things if you need it, took the class over the summer and got an A, make sure you take good notes, he really wants you to understand the concepts and wants you to do good in the class, finals 50 percent of grade
real old school dude,dopest professor I've had at pbcc, all lecture no book, always repeats things if you need it, took the class over the summer and got an A, make sure you take good notes, he really wants you to understand the concepts and wants you to do good in the class, finals 50 percent of grade
Best prof I've ever had in 4 years. Teaches very clear and you are an idiot if you dont understand economics after this class. He puts it in the easiest terms ever. Tests are ridiculously easy if you just listen in class. Doesn't take a genius to take this class by any means.
AMAZING is the best teacher i ever had. TOTALLY RECOMMENDED he makes u love the class. is great if u come from a foreign country and dont understand the american economic system....youll get everything!!!!! TAKE IT
a great professor..very straight-forward...knows what he's talking about...he doesn't care about giving too many tests..he just wants you to know what he's there to teach you...thus, only 3 tests throughout the semester...take him..best prof you'll find for this subject..
He is a very good professor!!! Took this class over the summer and he made it very interesting. Very smart guy who wants his students to learn. Only 3 easy tests, no surprises. All the Q's come right out of his lecture. If you attend class and take notes you can easily get at least a B. Do not but the book, never used it.
Took this teacher for macro and micro. Best ever! I feel like I know economics my whole life. Tests are somewhat difficult to me. You must study your notes. Don't need the book. He speaks very clear. Only 3 tests and the final is 50% of your grade. But I think you should know the stuff by heart just listening to him. Do take him, you won't regret!
I took him for both macro and micro economics. He is really entertaining. I usually fall asleep in all my classes but I can actually stay awake with him. No textbook is needed but it could help you. Take good notes and study them often and you will do great. All grades are tests. They are not hard tests as long as you did what i just said to do.
TOTAL BALLER!!! Just sign up for his class, now... Easy A. All you have to do is take notes and study those notes the day before the test. NO TEXT or reading (other than your notes and his notes). Be respectful, pay attention (hard not to, very good lecturer), and you will learn without even trying.
One of the BEST professors I have ever had! Took his class Summer A. He is very intelligent and knows his stuff! He is enthusiastic about teaching and is available for help if you need it. Exams are not hard, if you have paid attention in class! You have a great understanding of real-world economics when you leave his class. HIGHLY recommend!
Prof. Berberian is a great professor! I highly reccomend taking his class. He is extremely helpful, and gives very good notes. I took Micro in Summer A with him, and i did not buy the book. The tests come directly from the notes. Take good notes and pay attention in class!! You will come out of his class with a lot of knowledge!! TAKE HIM!
Best teacher ive ever had. teaches you what you need to know in the real world. Classroom participation is key. His funny and sarcastic comments make the class more entertaining. Seems like a bitter man, but inside is a sweetheart. Pay attention and you'll get a good grade.
He is the best!!!!!
If you attended every class and take notes study the notes ask questions in class you will get an a
Sweet mother of God you'd have to be retarded not to get an A in this class. Pay attention. Attend (Not Mandatory) Participate. Don't bother buying the book unless your easily confused. Don't be afraid to answer questions, it pays off.
Incredible teacher! He's all lecture, and while he doesn't stress roll, you really don't want to miss a class because you'll regret it. Not for the grade, if you have a half a brain, you'll get an A, but just because he'll teach you things in a way that'll make you look at life differently. Don't stress at first he's all bark n no bite. =]
Prof. must have read comments from May because 1st two tests were from his notes BUT 3rd (& some of final) was surprisingly mostly from book without warning: no A's, 3 b's, rest of class had c's, d's & f's on test 3. He's a good prof. but even though he says to study notes, study them & the book as well. He takes attendance almost daily
Prof. Berberian is one of the best at PBS. He is very passionate to teaching the students about economics.He brings in real-life events to help the students understand everything. He lectures for the whole class, take notes, study notes, and no need for the textbook. Research paper is very important. Easy A or B for students who go to class.
The thing about this professor is that he actually cares about his students learning the subject, but he is completely rude and will humiliate you if he calls on you and you don't know the answer. I'm sure there are other professors at pbsc that are as good at teaching, but in a more respectful and professional way. Don't take him.
Hes a good teacher..but gets to be a bit annoying. You have two exams, a research paper, and a final. Felt really uncomfortable being in his class. If your not the type of person who always loves to participate in class do not take him! He will put you on blast and embarrass you if you say the wrong answer!
Excellent Professor !!!!!!!! Clear examples, always to the point and the best part he really teach you concepts that you are going to keep using. I love his style and the class in general. TAKE PROF. BERBERIAN
Mr.Berberian is the greatest professor. You will look at life differently after his course. If you plan on actually doing something with your business degree I would suggest taking him and listening closely. He gets on students who try to hide and not participate, but its only because he cares. If you REALLY want to learn Economics take him.
I loved this class, and Prof Berberian is awesome! He actually cares and was a businessman himself. I was very upset that he wasn't teaching Micro at night for my next semester. You won't be disappointed. Is all lecture, book is good to reference but not necessary.
Worst teacher ever.Don't gave test reviwe. Don't use the book at all & class notes r not enough for doing well in the test.some times he asks qstns in the test, he never goes through in the class. Do yoursef a favor,find sumbdy else.
THE BEST PROFESSOR I EVER HAD! Passionate about teaching, he calls on us to foster "critical thinking". It's a privilege to have the chance to take in some of his knowledge! People pay to hear him speak at seminars and in class we get it for free. Do the work, participate, take notes on everything, he's all lecture. He's a wonderful teacher!
This professor exam is extremely hard and cumulatative worth 40% and he doesnt give any review. find someone else
This class is hard to pass. worst part is the cumalative test without any review. he is rude,arrogent.i hardly get an c . Do Not Take him.
Very stright up Prof. No book needed he is stright lecture. If you go to class take notes and read over your notes you will have no problems taking his tests and passing his class, even with not getting a review for tests.
Even though I got a C as my final grade, I have to say I learned so much from him. You leave the class with an understanding of the business world. I enjoyed the class a lot. Attend every class because missing class will only hurt you since it's basically all lecture.
He is the best professor a community college can have!!! I learned so much in his class about economics and about real life...he will talk from his own experience and he is very knowledgeable. You will not get a review for the tests because he reviews the material every class. I loved being in his class! do yourself a favor and take him
Best professor ever. Pay attention and you will do great. Your grade is not given to you in this class, it is earned. I see the poor feedback from students who can't even properly punctuate a sentence. Yes he will put you out if your rude or disrespectful and I love that about him. He's old school and does not put up with bs from students.
he is the best prof ever! would reccomend him to everyone. You have to study and understand the concepts. participate in class. He loves that. he is very helpful. I wish I could take all my business classes with him. TAKE HIM.U wont regret it. I got a B on macro and and A in micro
Professor Berberian is a gift. If you want to learn TAKE HIM. His wealth of real world knowledge and business savvy approaches are commendable. He loves participation and loves what he does. He is stern and a disciplinarian, but it's worth it because it helps you focus. This teacher is not for the flyers.
Tests are not bad, but you never know what to study for the quizzes. You teach yourself the next chapter, do the hw for it, take the quiz on it, and then he teaches that chapter. 36 started in class, by week 7 there was only 15 left. Really cool guy, but really dumb teaching style. Gives himself way to much credit. Good luck if you take him.
below this is rating the wrong guy my bad.
This professor is the smartest and most experienced prof you'll ever get at a comm college. He's an expert at what he teaches and you WILL learn. His class can be somewhat hard, since there's only two tests and a paper. But you will not fail because you don't understand the material, that's for sure.
Great professor. Passionate and knowledgable about the subject. Two exams, a paper and the final. If you put in a fair amount of times studying l, it should not be that challenging, passed it with a B.
awesome. so helpful. my favorite teacher of all time. he wants you to learn and he makes sure you do :)
Smart man, hard class... He is a tough, but show him that you have interest and he seems to easy up.. No need for book
Has so much knowledge on the subject, and always explains the concepts in multiple ways, you just have to ASK. Don't miss class. What he lectures is what is on the tests. Put in the time, and its a great class. Show interest, and ask questions during class.
I LOVE HE'S TEACHING STYLE. HE'S THE BEST IN PBSC THAT MAKES THE SUBJECT INTERESTING.... TAAAAKKKKEEE HHHIIIIIMMMM!!!!
Prof. Berberian will be FOREVER the best professor in FL and the best I have ever taken a class with. He's just brilliant, instigates your brain and I would take him for every single class I take in college. He just OWNS the subject and knows exactly what he's talking about. The best by FAR!! If you love or want to love knowledge, take him!!!
HE IS THE BEST ECON TEACHER PERIOD. He forces you to be accountable for your learning and critically think about everything. I graduated in the top of my class with a BA and an MA from his alma mater mainly because of the foundation he instilled.
Take Him !!! Very down to earth professor ! Always willing to help if you show you want to learn . Multiple choice tests and no homework. Make sure you are good at taking notes. He barely writes on the board. Sometimes he acts cocky , but makes you laugh from time to time . Awesome prof.
Great teacher! He is a big hoot that's for sure. He explains things so well.
This shouldn't matter much because he's retiring since he admits he doesn't like dealing with the students that don't care anymore. He does know Economics very well, and will take the time to break things down & answer all questions. Just not that exciting of a topic for most college students&people were disinterested. Not a bad guy overall though.
He is a respectable teacher with a high level of knowledge in business i swear he is very wealthy. Anyways, he is blunt about what he expects in the classroom setting. Tests are mainly vocab tests with some critical thinking. Will explain all the content to you again if u need him to so do not be afraid to ask questions! .YOU WILL LEARN A LOT
Simply amazing. Electric lectures. He takes considerable time out to help those who struggle. Read the book, apply yourself, and you'll receive a solid grade. His teaching is based off of real life experience (Retired successful businessman). I feel truly inspired after enrolling in his Micro course. Don't pass this opportunity up.
Berberian is a clear cut type of professor. He does like to give real life examples of how businesses function along with the course material. Hes a great inspiration for students to go out and take what's theirs. Any questions are welcomed with him, as his main concern is for you to understand. I would take him for every college course if I could
The best way to take notes with him is with your laptop. Type out everything he says - it is not hard. Make Quizlet out of notes. 3 exams plus final. Do not miss class. Exams are all about the concepts - highly suggest you record lectures. If you put in the effort, you'll get a solid grade#bestprof
Took him my last semester at PBS before transferring into FAU and gained a lot of knowledge and wisdom of economics, real world examples, and business. Write down all his notes. Take and take advantage of the real life experiences he explains to benefit in your career path and making career decisions. Best professor at PBS!
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