4.1

Thomas Burnham

Marketing - University of Nevada - Reno

4.1
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
84%
Would Retake
116
Reviews
4.1
Quality
2.6
Difficulty
4.1
Helpful
4.1
Clarity

84%

Would Retake

116

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What Students Say

He is one of the worst professors I have ever taken

MKT210 - 1.0 rating

Burnham is nice most of the time

MKT210 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

74%

Textbook Required

19%

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Based on 102 reported grades
A: 52
B+: 13
A-: 12
A+: 8
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Clear grading criteria (30)
Group projects (22)
Respected (18)
Amazing lectures (18)
Get ready to read (15)
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MKT210

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MKT210

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Reviews (116)
2.0
3.0
MKT210
Oct 9, 2014

Professor is terrible at giving instructions and his assignments are made unclear unless you know where to look. Rely on WebCampus and you should be fine. Don't bother buying the textbook for this class because you will never need it. Although attendance is not mandatory, it is worthwhile to show up because he often gives points to those who attend

5.0
1.0
MKT210
Nov 15, 2014

Honestly, one of the best professors ever. He curves the grades so an 85% gives you an A and then he even curves Bizcafe and the exams. I mean what more can you ask for? The information covered is really interesting and fun if you want to be successful in business. Great professor!

3.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
Dec 15, 2014

Great teacher, happy to teach!

3.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: C+
Dec 18, 2014

He doesn't take attendance however if you do attend class you will understand the lectures a lot more than just reading them online. Understands a lot about marketing and the class is pretty straight forward with grading. Curved every test we took and offered small ways to earn more points.

4.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Apr 17, 2015

He posts lectures online but I recommend going to class. If you show up every day its so easy youll barely have to study. Skip often & create a lot of work if you want to pass. Tests were easy for me, but a lot of skippers failed so bad he had to massively curve it just to give them a D. Easy class overall. Dont use textbook, just lectures

3.0
2.0
MKT210
Apr 22, 2015

Marketing isn't my best subject but this class wasn't really hard. The syllabus looks intimidating at first, but you get the hang of when assignments are due. There is some type of assignment due every week but they're not difficult, his tests are though. His test questions can be tricky. He knows his stuff and is a pretty good teacher.

4.0
1.0
MKT210
May 8, 2015

Okay professor, easy class as long as you do the work: provides study guides and practice exams for the tests, has notes on the PowerPoint that help you for tests, and A is an 84%. Don't bother getting the book. I didn't really learn from BizCafe but it's easy enough. Class was really boring, and you could even see that from the students who went.

3.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: C+
May 11, 2015

This class was a pain. Although it may have been easy for some people, I did not like it. He is not too clear on the study guides, his power points are filled with notes! so you cant just rely on the slides for definitions. A lot of terms have similar definitions, and are tricky. He tends to use hypothetical situations in tests.

5.0
3.0
MKT210
Nov 29, 2015

Let me put it this way, 80% in the class is an A, 70% is a B. 4 tests worth 60 points each and the HW is a joke. Class isn't mandatory but this class was pretty easy (except for the tests but that doesn't matter)

5.0
2.0
MKT210
Dec 7, 2015

Thomas is a really interesting teacher and has really inspired me to take up Marketing as my major. Class is insanely easy to pass!!!! 80% and above is an A.

5.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 7, 2015

Amazing teacher, really knows what he's talking about and very passionate. My favorite class ever for sure, not hard and pretty interesting.

5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2015

MKT210 was a super fun class. I really enjoyed it and Burnham really knew what he was talking about. There are participation points everyday, so if you never go to class you're going to have a problem. Do the readings and you'll do much better. For tests, study off the power points and the study guide/questions he gives you.

4.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
Apr 15, 2016

Professor Burnham is very knowledgeable about marketing and is passionate about the subject. His lectures are long and boring and attendance is required. His tests are extremely hard and require you to know many vocabulary terms. This was my least favorite class I've has in college so far and I thought I wanted to be a marketing major.

4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Apr 20, 2016

I'd recommend reading the textbook before class, class makes MUCH more sense if you do; he thinks that the lectures are to supplement the reading. He does well covering all the topics in the slides, which are posted online. You must go to class to get participation points through answering questions on your phone. I'd recommend to my friends.

4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 4, 2016

Thomas does a wonderful job at making this course interesting and does his best to distinguish the terms, since most of them sound very similar. He uses Learning Catalytics which he does use for points, but attendance is not required. I would highly suggest taking his course.

5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
May 10, 2016

Amazing teacher. He's clear on what he wants you to learn. His grading system is amazing and his class overall is pretty easy if you stay on track.

4.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: B
May 10, 2016

Lectures are quite simple to grasp. May not go into much detail in regards to certain topics, but will talk about the importance of the marketing tactic and will give an example to go along with it. Be ready to use Learning Catalytics (like a clicker question system), they count for participation points and they are graded as an assignment as well

4.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
May 11, 2016

Professor Burnham is a great teacher. The class is hard in general so don't expect an easy A. There are multiple assignments at once so you have to be prepared to work. He knows a lot about marketing since he has started many businesses. Take him!

3.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2016
Would take again

A good professor that means well but can sometimes be a bit boring. Lectures are about the textbook but you should read them beforehand because they make more sense. Uses learning catalytics to ask questions about the readings for participation points. Play BizCafe for a grade.

LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2016
Would take again

I nearly never read a thing for this class, which is why it was slightly difficult to me. I will say that when I had read, it was very simple and lectures made a lot more sense. But also lectures were harder to be interested in, I think because of the large size of the class. His grading scale does make it a lot easier to keep an A.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Apr 7, 2017
Would take again

Overall, it's pretty easy to get an A if you do the work and make the note cards for the exams. An 84% is an A so if you put forth even moderate effort you'll be fine.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
May 2, 2017
Would take again

You don't have to show up to class but I recommend that you do, his lectures help and are interesting. Reading the textbook will help you out on the homework which you should make sure to do good on. He lets you use a note card for the exams, which as long as you do the homework and try to pay attention in class, aren't so bad. Great professor.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
5.0
1.0
MKT210
May 16, 2017
Would take again

Burnham is good. Lectures get boring after a while, but nonetheless he is very knowledgeable about the subject. Material is easy. I never lifted a finger the entire semester and "passed" the tests (67%). Homework is easy (it gives you the answers if you pay attention). The only thing i would say is research bizcafe before you play it.

2.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 17, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Easy class but I personally did not like this professor very much. He seems to not care about his students and can be rude at times. His lectures were very boring and could be taught better. However, it is a requirement for business students. Study the power points and you'll do fine.

Skip class? You won't pass.
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
5.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 19, 2017
Would take again

One of THE easiest classes you'll ever take. An 84% is an A in the class. He uses a point system for the grades, so nothing is weighted. Once you get to 420 points, ironically, you'll get a rock hard stone of an A. So if you study hard for the first 3 midterms and show up to class for the participation points, you could possibly skip the final exam

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
May 23, 2017
Would take again

Awesome Teacher!!!!!! Go to his office hours ! I saw some guy down here saying that he doesn't care about students, like it's just impossible to remember 400 students in your class. You also have to put effort . The class is really easy, there is lots of reading but they are very interesting. Make sure to do the games more than once if you are able

Gives good feedback
Get ready to read
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
Jun 27, 2017
Would take again

He knows what he's doing. you have daily article to read that he will test you on. Great review for tests the class before and after too. Gives extra credit if you choose to participate. Funny. Provides cool information.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2017
Would take again

He's probably my favorite professor I've had this semester. He's really funny, so his lectures are interesting, and he definitely knows what he's talking about. As long as you read the textbook, take notes, and go to class, it's an easy A. He also uses the Canadian grading scale, so an 83% is an A.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
3.0
3.0
MKT210
Dec 9, 2017
Wouldn't take again

Dr. Burnham is nice most of the time. But this class was unclear, with many assignments that didnt make a whole lot of sense. Most of all, so incredibly boring. Easy class, if you put some work into it.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

His class is an easy, but make sure to show up for participation points. He knows his stuff and there aren't many tests. You should pay attention to the powerpoint slides and make sure you do all the my marketing lab quizzes. Keep up on discussions and you are set. Great class, but not the most interesting! He is overall a nice professor.

Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2017
Would take again

Burnham is a great guy and did a pretty good job with our class of like 400 kids. using forgiving grading scale (80% A-) but don't let that encourage you to slack off because the tests arent the easiest, and theres a lot of short little assignments that add up quick. If you show up and do the in class assignments and the homeworks you can get anA

Participation matters
Would take again
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Jan 22, 2018
Would take again

You use MyLab to do homework and in-class questions on short articles. There's a lot of points and anything above an 84 is an A (80 for A-). You can bring a note card for tests. Study guide and practice tests are super helpful. Lectures can be boring but he is very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Pretty good for a class with 400+ kids.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
LECTURE HEAVY
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Jan 24, 2018
Would take again

Dr. Burnham is a great professor and very knowledgeable in his field. He runs a great class and has a wonderful grading system and it makes it extremely easy to get an A. 10/10 would recommend.

Respected
Inspirational
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Jan 24, 2018
Would take again

He is a very good professor. The class is graded on a scale of points. 420/500 points is an A. Material is sometimes dry but is interesting for the most part. Show up each day because there are participation points daily. Class is mandatory for business majors

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
Apr 21, 2018
Would take again

Prof. Burnham is a pretty good professor. The lectures are easy to follow and there is homework every week but easy. His exams weren't too bad either and he gives you a study guide. The bizcafes were a little challenging for me, but overall it was a good class.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
Apr 30, 2018
Would take again

You have a weekly (14) quiz, 6 Bizcafe games, 4 exams including the final, and 6 discussions. Overall it's pretty evenly divided. He tries to help you as much as he can without giving you the answer. He's pretty lecture heavy and does participation points on learning catalytics. An 80% is an A- and it looks super easy but study cause exams suck.

Participation matters
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: Not sure yet
May 6, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is one of the worst professors I have ever taken. His lectures are extremely boring and his participation points are annoying! If you are in class and get one of the questions he posts wrong, you'll lose points, crappy way of trying to have your students want to come to class if you ask me. Exams are also SO hard! Study guides are unclear also.

Participation matters
LOTS OF HOMEWORK
LECTURE HEAVY
3.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 23, 2018
Would take again

Burnham is a very respectable professor, however, I was not a fan of this class. Participation points were a pain-you have to read long articles before every class and answer questions correctly to get the points. Lectures were hard to get through, but that might be my lack of interest in the topic. For tests, STUDY THE POWERPOINTS word for word!

Respected
Participation matters
Caring
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Jun 7, 2018
Wouldn't take again

This class is a requirement for business students and it was definitely one of my easier ones. I didn't study at all and still managed to pass with an A (Burnham uses a Canadian grading system which means a B an A). Mainly just showed up to do the quizzes he had in class everyday based on the readings. Don't bother buying the textbook.

Respected
LECTURE HEAVY
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B-
Oct 17, 2018
Would take again

Professor Burnham is a pretty cool professor. He was definitely born to be a marketing professor. He is very knowledgeable and caring about the subject. The lectures are not bad at all, its kind of like a big sales pitch from him. He does daily questions during lecture for participation points which is a big part of your grade.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 4, 2018
Would take again

Professor Burnham is the BEST professor I have had so far. Class is always fun and interesting. I wish every professor took pride in their classes like he does.

Respected
Skip class? You won't pass.
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Nov 15, 2018
Would take again

Great professor! He does participation points every class but he posts all the slides. There are three midterms and the final but they are doable.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
Nov 30, 2018
Would take again

Professor Burnham is energetic and charismatic, which makes his lecture much more enjoyable, constantly engaging the whole hall. Attendance and participation is taken through an online program, which technically doesn't require you being there but class is enjoyable enough you should go anyways. Tests are not fun but grades easy- 100% recommend

Respected
Get ready to read
Participation matters
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A+
Dec 3, 2018
Would take again

You have articles to read before class and he asks you question on these articles through learning catalytics for participation, its truly quite simple and easy. All work is done through MyLab and a game known as BizCafe grading is very easy and he offers extra credit during class as well small assignments/campus activities later in the semester.

Get ready to read
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
Dec 6, 2018
Would take again

One of my favorite teachers this semester. His signature "Good Afternooooon" is the best part of the lecture because a class of three hundred always screams back. If you pay attention this class is an easy A. Homework is easy and BizCafe is fun. Great teacher cannot recommend enough.

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
3.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: B
Apr 22, 2019
Would take again

He is an "okay" professor. The class isnt that bad but exams are a little tough. He really expects you to put the majority of your time into his class. The homework assignments get old and I would only take him again if I absolutely had to.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 5, 2019
Would take again

There's surprisingly a lot of freshman in this class which explains for all the downvotes on positive ratings. He gives you all the tools you need to succeed: Study guides, posted powerpoints, extra credit. Like for all other college classes, read the textbook. 98% of the exam material is covered by the text. Burnham honestly makes lecture fun

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
2.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
May 7, 2019
Wouldn't take again

The textbook is going to be more useful than the professor. I found the lessons to be pointless and his grading makes little sense. The exams aren't too hard if you study all of the criteria. I liked the information and found it really interesting, but he seems to answer everything in vague terms and won't give you a straight answer.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tough grader
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 9, 2019
Would take again

GOOD AFTERNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOON. I have to believe that anyone complaining didn't put in much effort at all. Not only does an 84% or more count as an A, he offers E.C. and TONS of easy points. Exams are not cake, but I did pretty well and just used his practice exams & Pearson Dynamic Study. Go to class for 3 points if you answer questions right.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 13, 2019
Would take again

One of the best professors I've ever had. I actually enjoyed every single lecture. The homework and tests are totally reasonable and I learned a lot.

Respected
Inspirational
Amazing lectures
2.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
May 18, 2019
Wouldn't take again

I really did enjoy this class. Tests tend to be a little bit more difficult. He will NOT round anything. I was ONE point away from an A- and would have achieved it if he excused my participation for the day I was in the hospital. When given a doctors note he still gave me a 0/3 for the day. He is not lenient at all.

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
3.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 9, 2019
Would take again

You have to read a bunch of articles. Also he is obsessed with his old companies spot devices and his goat herd management system. The class is really easy as long as you read the vocab, you don't really need to read the actual book just the vocab, and do the learning catalytics.

5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Nov 19, 2019
Would take again

Great Professor really brought me into the feel that college professors love teaching just all around great guy and fun class would take again

Inspirational
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Nov 21, 2019
Would take again

Burnham is a really funny and passionate guy and gives a lot of great stories and situations that can apply to real world marketing. And I know it's a really big lecture hall but please contain your students and set some rules!! When he lectures it's really informative and useful but he seems to not care that people cause many distractions.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
Hilarious
3.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: C
Dec 8, 2019
Would take again

Be ready to work in this class. His assignments are tough and sometimes youre graded in relation to how your classmates did. He owns a business and you will for sure hear about it every single day. The tests are very hard. You should study for a few hours for each exam. Probably more than that.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Beware of pop quizzes
Tough grader
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
Dec 17, 2019
Would take again

Fairly enjoyable class with a light work load. The only tuff thing is his connection to the students, but he dose his best for a class of 400.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2019
Would take again

Professor Burnham is one of the most amazing lecturers I have ever had. Enthusiatic, well organized, and ties in real life examples, including his own comapny, into the class. On canvas the course is extremely well organized and is broken into individual days with intsructions on what needs to be done each day.

Inspirational
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
Apr 7, 2020
Would take again

super enthusiastic about marketing and he knows what he's talking about and you can tell he enjoys his job. He's humorous and loves when his students engage and participate. Provides good study guides and practice test. grading scale is nice, I think an 84% an A, so thats always a bonus!

Get ready to read
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
Apr 29, 2020
Would take again

He is engaging and fun with his lectures, so they aren't too boring. He knows the material well. You do have questions every lecture, so you do have to show up to class to get those points.

Respected
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
4.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: Not sure yet
May 6, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I thought this class was pretty solid - I ended up enjoying the business game we played throughout the semester though I dreaded it at first. There are class participation points so you have to show up every day to get those points as they pile up fast. All around, a solid choice for the only marketing class they offer at UNR

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
1.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A+
May 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

A ridiculous amount of busy work. He doesn't even teach. Don't bother buying the book the homework access gives it to u. You read too many unnecessary articles and answers questions as participation for the day. The notes are horrible and he can't organize canvas. Bizcafe is rigged and its unfair the way he grades that. Try every assignment

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
Beware of pop quizzes
5.0
3.0
MKT210
May 16, 2020
Would take again

Professor Burnham is a great teacher! You should take his MKT 210 class if you can. There is a fair amount of reading that is a part of the daily participation, make you your read so you don't lose points. The exams are decent and spread out into 4 exam so not too many chapters at once. Overall, good class!

Respected
Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 16, 2020
Would take again

He's a great guy and his passion for teaching is off the charts. Always accessible by email and after class. An 84% is an A. 4 tests total. A LOT of busy work outside of class. Got to come to class for LC. You play Bizcafe all semester. This class is overall easy, but it's A LOT of memorization. Use all the resources he offers. COVID-affected sem.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Aug 17, 2020
Would take again

Fun time! Grades by points, so easy A. I don't like to read much, but still managed to hold my A, so you can tell how relax and easy this class would be. Pay attention to his lecture, as it basically self-explains the key parts involved in this course and exam. BizCafe projects and Learning Catalytics class participation are SUPER FUN!

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
2.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2021
Wouldn't take again

There's a lot of work for this class I have almost wanted to drop it every week. There are these essays he makes us write are lvery useless and have no point to them, and other people grade it so he doesn't even look at them. There are so many videos you need to watch everyday and in addition lots of reading. Would not recommend.

Get ready to read
Group projects
3.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Apr 26, 2021
Wouldn't take again

Overall, he was "eh". Kind of elitist sometimes which got irritating. And overreacts when someone is on their phone or not paying perfect attention to him. That being said, I think he really enjoys his job and has lots of experience in the field. Class is easy.

3.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 6, 2021
Would take again

There is a lot of work to do for this class, with 1-2 quizzes every day of class and paper assignments once a week. There was a textbook but I never used it, so if you feel like you need it find the pdf version. He is super nice, sophisticated, and likes a good joke. He understands marketing really well but it is an hour of work outside of class.

5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 20, 2021
Would take again

Professor Burnham is amazing! His lectures are interesting, and he makes the class fun. There are daily quizzes, and a lot of "busy work", but if you pay attention his class is an easy A. He is really helpful and cares about students' opinions. He is fair with grading and wants to see everyone succeed. Would definitely recommend him.

Respected
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
Oct 15, 2021
Would take again

The class is an easy A if you show up, pay attention, and get the assignments done on time

Lots of homework
Clear grading criteria
So many papers
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Oct 27, 2021
Would take again

Sooo amazing! He has actually made me more interested in marketing than I was prior to his class, which has never happened to me before. He is so entertaining and talks about the most unexpected things while making sure everything relates back to something we are learning. He is very wise, kind, and professional, definitely the Jeff Bezos of UNR :)

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
4.0
1.0
MKT210
Dec 21, 2021
Would take again

Super entertaining and had a pretty cool approach to teaching. Class quizzes on TopHat - graded based on the lectures/readings and also attendance. Pretty easy class as long as you don't get too lazy about it. Seriously just make sure you don't miss those class quizzes since they add up a lot in the end and they're easy points. Also gives out ec

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
1.0
5.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Mar 2, 2022

This guy expects WAY too much out of you. He claims he has a "flipped classroom" where he has you watch lecture videos prior to the class and then work on homework in the class but all he does is lecture in class. He assigns way too much homework to be able to realistically get done if you actually have a life outside of college.

Lots of homework
So many papers
Lecture heavy
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
Apr 5, 2022
Would take again

Great guy but a lot of work to do in this class but its more busy work than anything. Most the assignments are easy but take a while to do.

Lots of homework
4.0
2.0
MKT210
May 8, 2022
Would take again

Easy class if you don't get lazy, there are daily quizzes that make up a lot of your grade but they aren't hard. There are short papers due every 2-3 weeks that aren't hard and can be group projects.

Group projects
Lecture heavy
Online Savvy
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 10, 2022
Would take again

Awesome professor! Even with a classroom of up to 420 people, he managed to keep us engaged and gave extra credit for participation. There are no tests in this class, just projects that you are able to do with a group of up to 3 people. The majority is peer-graded and grading is very fair. Professor Burnham really knows marketing well and is smart!

Hilarious
Caring
Accessible outside class
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 12, 2022
Would take again

Marketing 210 was honestly my favorite class this semester. Professor Burnham was awesome and I learned so much about the science of marketing. There are no exams in the class, just group projects and a simulated coffee shop business. He does in class quizzes everyday so attendance is mandatory. It's an easy A as long as you do the work and show up

Group projects
Lecture heavy
Online Savvy
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 16, 2022
Would take again

Burnham is amazing! He's very passionate about marketing and it really shows. No exams! There is a chapter quiz for each chapter, but they're pretty easy. You don't need to read the book, his lecture videos cover everything. There a daily in-class quizzes and he gives bonus points for class participation. Really fun class and I learned a lot.

EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
5.0
5.0
MKT210
Sep 8, 2022
Would take again

This professor was heavy on hw but fun in lecture. He gave group assignments, which helped with the course load, but along with it he assigned reading AND video lectures. He tracked attendance through tophat, and the grading of your assignments was peer based, so the score you were gonna get was basically based on how hard your peer graded.

Participation matters
Get ready to read
Lots of homework
2.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
Oct 27, 2022

Prof Burnham is a great guy. However, be prepared for CONSTANT work. It is a flipped classroom and he doesn't grade any work, it's all peer reviewed, so you'll never get a full 100% on any assignment. There are in class quizzes every single day, so if you did not teach yourself, good luck. No tests, but significant projects every week...

Participation matters
Group projects
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: Not sure yet
Nov 16, 2022
Would take again

Tommy Burnham is a great guy. However, this is a flipped class so be prepared to at least read some of the material. Theres a few assignments a week but most you can do with a partner. Overall, I'd take him again.

5.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Nov 17, 2022
Would take again

Prof. Burnham has been one of my favorite professors here. A lot of the outside material he has assigned is optional, so its just if you need a better understanding. Also, yes there are essays, but in place of tests, which actually helps you understand the material better anyways. And he is bald, cool

Group projects
Clear grading criteria
Inspirational
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

This professor is very engaging and has a pretty interesting lecture every day.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
Gives good feedback
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 27, 2022
Would take again

Super cool professor, lectures were very interactive and fun. Lots of papers but no exams

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Jan 18, 2023
Would take again

Professor Burnham is an experienced professional and demonstrates that in his teaching. He shares plenty valuable experiences in business and marketing. The assignments genuinely build skill by doing, not just reading. My only complaint is the large class size. I would highly reccomend his class to anybody pursuing a business major.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
So many papers
3.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 17, 2023
Would take again

A workaholic and expects you to become one too. Expects you to devote at least 5 hours outside of class. Important to attend lectures because he does daily quizzes on material. Lots of needless assignments

Group projects
Lots of homework
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Apr 3, 2023
Would take again

Professor Burnham is a pretty cool guy. His lecture structure is different as he expects you to watch up to 1-3 hours of pre-recorded lectures and uses class time to go over the videos. This increases the workload as it can effectively double the work. However no final and all projects are group work and peer-graded so take it with a grain of salt.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 1, 2023
Would take again

Wonderful professor. No exams/final. A few group projects (not that bad). The biggest workload was the textbook reading/videos you had to watch before class for mini quizzes. Does extra credit through participation. Fun guest speakers.

Participation matters
Group projects
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
May 3, 2023
Would take again

Was a great professor only thing is that a lot of the project are graded by students and that made it feel like I didn't know if I was correctly doing the project. Other than that a great teacher that knows what he is talking about and is very passionate.

Participation matters
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 3, 2023
Would take again

I loved this class,my favorite all semesters and definitely the least stressful. There are 5 group assignments but easy to divide up the work. No exams! He redid the course to contain no exams due to the classical last minute cramming. Spring 2022 for MKT 210 was very large, over 400 students. Be prepared for large course. I do recommend Bunrham

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 20, 2023
Would take again

Professor Burnham is a true professional in the field of marketing. He was a lead executive in the past, and his experience is shown through his lectures. The homework is relatively easy with a group project every once and awhile. You don't have to read the textbook but it certain helps with in the in-class participation quizzes.

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A-
Dec 5, 2023
Would take again

He was very nice and a great teacher. There were no finals or mid terms, only chapter quizzes and projects that were easy once you got the hang of it. He loves participation and interaction. He gives lots of opportunities for extra credit, so take it if you can.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Respected
5.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
Dec 5, 2023
Would take again

One of the best classes I have taken in college. Fun lectures and easy to get a good grade if you do the work.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Jan 15, 2024
Would take again

Very passionate about this topic and gives a lot of effort. There is a lot going on in this class but it pretty easy for the most part. I learned quite a bit. No exams only weekly quizzes.

Amazing lectures
So many papers
Respected
2.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A+
Feb 20, 2024

Attendance depends on terrible internet connection. Classroom is flipped, so you must learn at home and show up to class to answer questions while you pray tophat loads in time. Professor doesn't care to grade, so random students grade your work. DO NOT TAKE THIS CLASS. BizCafe assignments are just trial and error and prof gives no advice on them!

Participation matters
Lecture heavy
Graded by few things
1.0
5.0
MKT210
Grade: A+
Feb 27, 2024

good luck taking this class, students grade each other. SAD! Do not recommend sadly... What a laugh. Attendance is daily!

Tough grader
Get ready to read
Graded by few things
1.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: Rather not say
Mar 4, 2024

Why would I get my grade based on random students grading? These marketing principle he teach us creates conflict with concepts I've learned in other classes. He doesn't provide feedback when I ask him if there's anything missing in class. Just seems like a guy who doesn't care about his teaching and working bored all day.

Tough grader
Participation matters
So many papers
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: C+
May 8, 2024
Would take again

Tophat for quizzes is bad when comes to internet and peerceptive is probably not the best use as it is graded by students and not the professor. But classes are entertaining, He has many guest speakers who talk about irl marketing, I like playing bizcafe which is assignments that simulate running a cafe, no exams, and the textbook is free!

Get ready to read
Participation matters
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 12, 2024
Would take again

Good professor, pretty good class. Lots of smaller assignments, no exams, participation is key. Gives lots of warning for due dates and there is some extra credit. Pretty engaging professor. There are required videos and reading before class that you are quizzed on. Go to class and keep up to date on the homework and you should do well!

Participation matters
Group projects
Accessible outside class
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B
Jul 30, 2024
Would take again

He was a great professor. No final exam and his lectures are interesting and engaging. He uses something called peerceptiv which has other students read and grade your papers which can be very hit or miss. I once wrote a paper I and 2 others thought was great, but since 1 of the 3 graders apparently thought it was bad, I lost a lot of points.

Group projects
Amazing lectures
So many papers
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
Nov 21, 2024
Would take again

He's a very fun guy

Get ready to read
Group projects
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A+
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

Great professor, funny guy. He gives extra credit through marketing surveys, the CoB career fair, etc. Peerceptiv = lots of writing, but if you find a good group it's not bad. Bizcafe = fun, free points if you pay attention to the tips he gives during the lectures. You have to read/watch material outside of class. Hard to fail this class imo.

Get ready to read
Hilarious
So many papers
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: B+
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

No tests, in this class group projects every couple of weeks which peers and little assignments grade in between. Use tophat for attendance and do quizzes throughout the class.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 15, 2024
Would take again

He was very engaging and gave lots of extra credit during the lectures. Heavier on homework and projects but not bad if you come to most of the classes. Attendance is mostly mandatory but you can usually leave after the first quiz of the day

Tough grader
Group projects
Amazing lectures
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 18, 2024
Would take again

Nice easy class. Going to class and paying attention really helps. Gives a lot of extra credit throughout the semester. No tests, just assignments/projects.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Jan 17, 2025
Would take again

This class was overall very easy. There were no tests, just online chapter quizzes, lectures, and bigger group "essay like" assignments. The bigger assignments do take a lot of time, but if you start on them a couple days before they're due you'll be fine. He is a very interactive lecturer. He will call you out or stare at you if you're talking.

Participation matters
Group projects
Lecture heavy
5.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Jan 18, 2025
Would take again

Funny guy and caring about his lectures. Offers a lot of extra credit. Only class I really enjoyed going to. Gives out bonus points for just raising your hand and talking to him or answering his questions. No mid terms or finals. Paper heavy (but it's so easy) and group work is offered for them. I'd recommend him a million times.

Amazing lectures
Online Savvy
4.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: B
Jan 30, 2025
Would take again

Interesting class with lots of smaller assignments. Professor is engaging, but the attendance-based quizzes and student-graded work can be hit-or-miss. Thankfully, tools like Unstuck study made studying more efficient.

3.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Mar 4, 2025

For a lower division class, this class is SOOOO much work. You have to do 10-page homework assignments every other week. Theres a game that is soo hard. He is fr overhyped and attendance is mandatory. Your peers grade your work but its through a system which makes it harder for you to get a good grade in class. Don't believe the comment below.

Participation matters
Group projects
Lots of homework
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A+
Apr 1, 2025
Would take again

A lot of the assignments are really long papers graded by your peers, which sometimes sucks but also doesn't. He tends to throw things at you the week they're due, such as 8 page papers on Monday due on Wednesday, but they're easy-ish. Lots of info in lectures, lots of dedication of time outside class but hes an interesting guy with engaging lectrs

EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
Caring
5.0
1.0
MKT210
Grade: A
May 1, 2025
Would take again

Great class with a great professor! Attendance wasn't necessarily mandatory but he did have in class quizzes based on the readings and the lecture videos.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Lecture heavy
3.0
4.0
MKT210
Grade: B
May 2, 2025
Would take again

Professor Burnham is a great professor but his assignments are really content heavy since we don't take exams in his class. If you're introverted and don't like group projects, I highly recommend starting peerceptives as soon as possible so it's not late. Overall good class and his grading isn't super harsh. He will also offer extra credit often.

Amazing lectures
So many papers
Respected
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A+
May 13, 2025
Would take again

Professor Burnham is one of the kindest and most attentive teachers on campus; he goes out of his way to create a productive and engaging classroom. NO EXAMS, just papers throughout the semester along with quizzes and a simulation project. Easy A if you get all your assignments done, for those who enjoy writing this class will be a breeze.

Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
Caring
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Nov 24, 2025
Would take again

He's a great professor. in class attendance quizzes two are dropped. NO EXAMS!! big group projects at least 2 people to make it manageable. talk to people in the class it will help, he is easy to get ahold of and understanding. has guest speakers that are interesting. Lectures can be boring sometimes and the textbook is free and barely needed.

Group projects
Amazing lectures
So many papers
4.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2025
Would take again

THE UNR Marketing Professor. Quality lectures, but are boring at times. Assignments are straight forward and have clear deadlines when you start the semester.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
MKT210
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2025
Would take again

Professor Burnham is an organized and seasoned professor! Funny, witty lectures when the material is dry, and the class itself is not to bad for being required attendance. Biggest part? NO EXAMS, just weekly quizzes and heavily levied group projects. Easy A if you put in a little bit of effort!

Group projects
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
5.0
3.0
MKT210
Grade: A+
Dec 22, 2025
Would take again

This class was by far the most entertaining class that I had this semester. The grading criteria, assignment and class agenda were very clear. Professor Burnham is very animated and fun to listen to. He puts a lot of work into his lectures and the class assignments. There are daily reading and videos to watch before class that you are quizzed on.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Clear grading criteria
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