4.6

Tracy Richard

Finance - Auburn University

4.6
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
86%
Would Retake
138
Reviews
4.6
Quality
2.8
Difficulty
4.6
Helpful
4.6
Clarity

86%

Would Retake

138

Reviews

Rating Distribution
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5

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What Students Say

Wow, one of the best professors I've had by far at Auburn

FINC3610 - 5.0 rating

I'm not a finance major, and the class was sub-par at best

FINC3610 - 3.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

17%

Textbook Required

67%

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95% confidence
Based on 60 grades
Most common grades:
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A+ (12)
B (7)
Grade Distribution
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Based on 61 reported grades
A: 25
A+: 12
B: 7
A-: 6
Common Tags
EXTRA CREDIT (31)
Hilarious (29)
Caring (15)
Respected (13)
Inspirational (6)
Clear grading criteria (6)
Amazing lectures (6)
Participation matters (5)
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Reviews (138)
3.0
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FINANCE
Sep 28, 2004

Test are extremely hard, surprisingly little math and more word type problems on the test. Goes over the test but changes the numbers in the problems? how does that help? She confuses me more than teaches me. Would not recommend her.

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FINANCE
Oct 17, 2004

She is a horrible teacher, she doesnt seem like she knows what she is doing and by going to class it just confuses you more.

4.0
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FINC3610
Oct 18, 2004

Very easy teacher. tests are straight forward. go to class and do homework and you will be fine on the tests. they are easy. made A's. cant believe people said that she was hard.

5.0
1.0
FINANCE
Nov 16, 2004

Get Richard and Not Yost!! Richard is easy! Go to class and do hw! She gives 15 bonus pts to you over the semester for hw and spot attendence. Tests are easy if you study.

4.0
2.0
FINC3610
Nov 17, 2004

This is not an interesting class. I feel like she did a great job explaining all the material. She gives extra credit for homework and spot attendance. I have made high A's on everything. Super easy teacher!

5.0
1.0
FINC3610
Dec 8, 2004

She is a very easy teacher. Do the homework and go to class. The material is not interesting, but she knows what she is doing. Take her for an A.

4.0
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FINC
Dec 10, 2004

she is a good teacher and cusses sometimes so shes pretty cool. She isnt bad to look at either. tests are pretty easy if you study

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Dec 13, 2004

She is awesome, very nice, helpful, and pretty. Take her if you get a chance, she made class interesting, at least in my opinion.

5.0
1.0
FINANCE
Dec 20, 2004

finance is hard but she tries to make it as easy as possible. gives a ton of bonus points just for going to class. very helpful. very understanding. will work with you anyway she can.

4.0
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FINC3100
Jan 4, 2005

Take her. She relates her real world experience to the classroom. Very helpful. Go to class for extra credit points and extra help. Finance is not easy, but she makes it as easy as she can.

5.0
3.0
FINANCE
Jan 11, 2005

Be sure to take her. She relates things to the real world and gives everyone a fair chance. Many extra credit points are given on Fridays.

5.0
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3610
Jan 12, 2005

Great Teacher. Really explains everything really well. I failed the this class two sem. ago, with a different teacher. She has a lot better than him

5.0
3.0
CORPFINC
Feb 3, 2005

Excellent teacher! Subject matter isn't easy but she does a great job explaining things. If you work hard, come to class, and show effort, she'll do everything she can to help you with any problems. Pretty hot too! (But that's not really important!) Be sure to get her class.

5.0
2.0
FINANCE
Feb 4, 2005

Great teacher! Keeps class entertaining. very helpful! Tries to make the class as easy as possible! Definitely Recommend!

4.0
3.0
FINC3610
Mar 2, 2005

good teacher to get... gives bonus points and tells interesting stories about herself and her life. she tries to interact with the class as much as possible. take her if you can.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
May 11, 2005

Great teacher!!! She actually cares about her students and how they are doing. She is so helpful if you go see her in her office!! If you can take her!!!!

5.0
3.0
FINC2020
Jan 30, 2006

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4.0
4.0
FINANCE
Feb 2, 2006

TAKE HER SHE'S TOTALLY HOT!!!! AND MAKES THE CLASS ITNERESTING, IF THAT'S POSSIBLE!! Will listen to all your problems.

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
Feb 2, 2006

Takes a really tough subject and makes it understandable. She is very encouraging and will help so much if you go to her office hours.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
May 4, 2006

The best Finance teacher by far!

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
May 6, 2006

Good teacher. Go to class she gives a ton of bonus points. The final is very hard!

5.0
3.0
FINC
May 9, 2006

She is an awesome teacher!! The material is tough but she does everything she can not to make it too difficult. The final was tough but if you go to class and do the hw she gives bonus points..Shes really cool too!! Would highly recommend her..

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Aug 2, 2006

She is awesome...what else can I say? She gives a lot of bonus points and really tries to help her students out...by the way she is SUPER HOT!!!

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Jan 9, 2007

best finc teacher i have ever had. really good at teaching the material so go to class and learn it and it will be really easy for you. also go to class for bonus.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Apr 13, 2007

Awesome teacher!! So extremely helpful!

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
May 6, 2007

love her!!! She is hilarious and helps make the material easier to learn! The final is INCREDIBLEY hard though!! look at quizes on her website!

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Apr 22, 2008

Tracy is extremely helpful to students and makes a hard subject interesting. She's funny and hot too.

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
May 8, 2008

Tracy is awesome!! Go to class and at least attempt the HW and you'll get more bonus points than you could ever imagine. She is funny and very personal and really cares about her class and somehow knows everyones name. The subject is hard but she helps you! I loved this class even if it was at 8am!

5.0
3.0
FINC000
Jun 2, 2008

Amazing teacher. She helps you if you have any questions. Go to class and do your homework. The final is really hard so make sure you study even if you have a cheat sheet.

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
Jun 17, 2008

One of the best teachers at AU, the material gets fairly hard toward the end, final is hard, go to class, and get to know her on a first name basis, do the HW, and you'll come out with a B. She's funny and not bad to look at either.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Jul 2, 2008

Richards is the best. Offers some bonus points for homework and attendance points. Tests are hard but it's Financa. If you attend class and listen, you could get an easy A.

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Oct 22, 2008

Very good teacher!

4.0
1.0
FINC3610
Oct 23, 2008

TAKE THIS CLASS..it is by far the easiest class I have ever taken at auburn, none of my friends made below a 90 on the first test, and all I have to make on the final is a 57 to make an A in the class!!! She is so nice too!

5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Nov 4, 2008

This class is incredible. Professor Richard is interesting, entertaining, and easy on the eyes. Her wit, charm, and intelligence are exceeded only by her beauty!

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Nov 18, 2008

Loved her!! I had her at 8:00 TR and actually enjoyed it! Tons of bonus points, test aren't easy but everything on the test is thoroughly covered in class. The subject is just generally difficult but she did a great job explaining her....DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!!

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Nov 25, 2008

Mrs. Richard is awesome! Her class is very well taught and she is fun, smart, and funny! Take her if you can. Oh, she's quite the looker too! Makes the class enjoyable to be in!

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Dec 11, 2008

Extremely great teacher. She's very funny and keeps the class interesting with her stories. Tons of Bonus for attendance. Ask her questions during tests and she will help ALOT. Highly recommended:)

5.0
3.0
FINA3110
Dec 30, 2008

She is a great teacher. Finance is something you either get or you dont. She does a very good job of explaning it. The final was a little hard even with a cheat sheet. Very important to go to class because every new lesson is built from the previous one. She gives bonus points too.

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Jan 9, 2009

Professor Tracy is an amazing teacher! She's fun, fun and FUN! The course is not that easy one but she's willing to help her students. She is really talkative but also a good listener! The attendance is not mandatory, but you never know when she's going to give bunus points. So go to class and do the homework, you'll make A!!

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
Apr 23, 2009

Mrs. Richard is awesome!! Great teacher! Gives bonus points just for coming to class! She is so funny! Never a dull moment in her class. Always willing to help! Best finance teacher ever!!

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Jul 20, 2009

Ms. Richard was one of the best teachers I've had at Auburn. I wasn't sure about how well I'd do in finance going into it, but she made everything really easy to understand. She gave out A BUNCH of bonus points, all you had to do is just go to class. Take her!

4.0
4.0
FINC3610
Aug 14, 2009

She is a very good teacher and tries to make the material as easy and clear as possible. Go to her extra help lab. It makes a HUGE difference. Work the homework problems and know the slides for the tests. Its a tough class but she's a great teacher.

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Aug 28, 2009

Tracy does the impossible...makes finance interesting (even at 8am). I loved waking up to her twice a week.

5.0
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FINC3610
Dec 18, 2009

She's hot, and very very helpful. I would probably failed a finance class if it hadn't been for her help and enthusiasm. Study because for a guy like me those tests were not easy. Though she will give you ample review and study help.

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
May 12, 2010

Awesome!!! The best teacher you can get for Finance! You'll thank yourself for taking her.

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
May 14, 2010

Undoubtedly the best instructor I have ever encountered in my academic career. She makes the difficult easy with her caring attitude and unique ability to keep the class interesting. I highly recommend her.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Dec 9, 2010

Best professor at Auburn. She loves to teach and is willing to help you in anyway to understand the material. Take her and you will not regret it.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Dec 10, 2010

Excellent teacher. She is by far the best instructor I have had to date.

5.0
1.0
FINC3610
Dec 11, 2010

A saint, and scholar, by all means the best teacher I have ever had! Incredibly knowledgeable, helpful and an all around wonderful person.Goes above and beyond to help her students succeed. Before I met her I hated Business Finc. Now it's my favorite subject. EVERYONE at AU should take her class. She is by far the best teacher in the universe!

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Dec 13, 2010

Great instructor. I am a management major and was not looking forward to this class but Tracy made it applicable to what's going on in our world. Plus, she's really hot so that made going to class something to look forward to.

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
Mar 24, 2011

Awesome Prof. I'm terrible at math made a D in accounting but she is making this intro to finance class possible for me. Go to class and go to the SI sessions if you're having trouble and you'll be fine. TAKE HER! She's really funny too and breaks class up with stories and stuff, keeps things interesting.

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
Jul 1, 2011

Tracy is awesome. Never thought I would like this class but it ended up being my favorite. She makes finance interesting believe it or not...doesn't hurt that she's super hot.

5.0
1.0
FINC3610
Dec 8, 2011

Tract definitely knows her stuff and wants her students to understand finance and how it applies to the real world. Tests are really easy if you pay attention in class and study some. She's really nice and gives 15 points of bonus (and uses the point system). Since everyone has to take Finance, take Tracy.

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
Dec 8, 2011

Hot, helpful, interesting and truly focused on helping students understand the material. The only class I made it a point to go to just to listen (and look at) Tracy.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Dec 9, 2011

Best teacher that I have had at Auburn. She gives bonus points throughout the semester for attendance and doing homework. Some of the material is hard and can be boring, but she always keeps things interesting. Tests aren't too bad if you study and attend. There are only 300 points throughout semester so bonus points make huge difference. Take her!

4.0
4.0
FINC3610
Dec 18, 2011

GREAT TEACHER! really cares if you do well. go to class because she gives out random bonus points for hw and simply being there that are added to your overall grade. material is hard but she breaks it down before exams. only grades are 2 exams and a final so make sure you do well on them. made a B with some effort. oh yea.. shes pretty funny too!

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Feb 22, 2012

Awesome teacher, takes a tough subject and makes it doable. Only 3 exams including final and thats it! Goes over all you need to know for exams and the exams are straight forward. Gives bonus throughout the semester. I'm not a finance major and I made an A. I put in effort for the exams, but again only 3 so not bad at all. Let's out early sometimes

5.0
1.0
FINC3610
Apr 20, 2012

She is very entertaining and a good teacher. If you are worried at all about this class, then she is the professor you want to take. She offers plenty to extra credit to make up for what you may not completely grasp when it comes test time. She also really encourages paying attention to the news and the real world.

5.0
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FINC3610
Oct 17, 2012

OK, so I never thought that Finance could be interesting, but Tracy makes it that way. She relates everything to the real world and somehow knows everyones names. Funny as hell and pretty hot too...def recommend!

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Nov 12, 2012

Funniest teacher I've ever had! I am not great at any kind of math but she makes class so much more interesting. Do the homework. Gives Bonus. Do as well as you can on tests, only have 2 tests and a final. Overall great class!

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Nov 26, 2012

I enjoyed this class, and she was good at presenting it. She reminded me of Dory from Finding Nemo. Gives up to 15 points of extra credit, and only grades out of 300 (can earn up to 315/300). Class is quick and entertaining. If you have the option, take MWF! We've only had ~3 classes on Friday which is nice because it was my only class

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Dec 6, 2012

Awesome teacher. The reason I changed my major to Finance. Go to class to get the bonus points. Do the HW to help you practice and understand. Do well on all of the tests because there are only 3 including the final!

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Jan 4, 2013

Loved her class. Made a C because I missed classes and did not do my homework. The material is difficult at times but she teaches it really well. She is very helpful as well. Gives bonuses all the time which help a lot. Make sure you go to class an do he homework and you'll be fine. Figure out why "finance rocks" !

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Apr 5, 2013

Wow! Makes it hard to focus on class if ur a guy. Great with students. Very upbeat.

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Apr 29, 2013

She makes finance rock! Having an 8am class sucks but I never fell asleep once because she is so fun. Take her!,

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
May 4, 2013

Great class! Makes it worth coming to each class. Gives a lot of bonus if you come to class so make sure to go! Tests are a little difficult, but if you do the homework you can do good on the tests.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
May 6, 2013

I have absolutely no interest in finance and I would have taken this class even if it wasn't required for my major. She makes the subject interesting and easy to understand. Loved every minute and felt like I missed out on the days that I didn't attend. Go to class, especially on homework days, and you'll do fine.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
May 10, 2013

She is an awesome teacher and made the class fun. Make sure you go to all the classes to get every bonus point possible. And the final was kinda hard, but probably would have been easier if I had ever gone to her office to see my old exams.

5.0
1.0
RYST8150
Grade: A+
Sep 21, 2013

She's the coolest person ever

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Oct 22, 2013

Wow, one of the best professors I've had by far at Auburn. She actually manages to make the boring world of finance interesting and fun. She points out only the important material to learn, provides plenty of extra credit opportunities, is incredibly helpful, and overall fantastic. Take her.

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Grade: A
Jun 23, 2014

By far the best professor I have had at Auburn. She loves her job, and is willing to help at any time. She makes class interesting, and although class is not mandatory she gives out random extra credit points that add to your overall grade at the end. She was the reason I changed my major to finance. I highly recommend taking her class.

5.0
4.0
FINC3610
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2014

Go to class and do the homework and this class is totally manageable. Finance isn't the easiest class in the world but its not extremely difficult if you stay ahead on the work. Tracy really likes getting to know her students and after one email, she quickly learned my name and called on me in class to participate. Go to class is my best advice

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Feb 8, 2015

Finance rocks with Dr. Richard. She relates real life stuff to what were learning and makes it applicable. I NEVER thought I would look forward to finance. Tracy makes it real. She's easy to look at and funny too.

4.0
4.0
3610
Feb 19, 2015

3 exams so don't mess up. As long as you read the notes and have basic math skills you will pass. She is also funny and helpful in your career. Wish I would have gone for the bonus.

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: A
Mar 6, 2015

LOVED her!! I wasn't looking forward to finance bc I mean who does? But I absolutely did not mind going to class and I never missed a day; she is definitely not boring! By far my favorite prof. I've had at Auburn thus far. It helps to attempt the homework before class and she goes over it during class. I made an A and wish I could have her again!!

5.0
3.0
FINC3600
Grade: A
Mar 16, 2015

Great teacher! She explains everything, is helpful, and makes class exciting. You can tell she really cares about her students. Go to class, do the homework, and study and you will do great. I would highly recommend taking this class. I learned so much about finance from her class

5.0
1.0
FINC3610
May 8, 2015

she's a really good teacher! I definitely recommend her over the other teacher that teaches this class

5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Grade: A+
Aug 18, 2015

Tracy is the best professor I've ever had at Auburn. She could learn everybody's name in a 200 person class and remember their personality and defining characteristics, as well. Take her!

5.0
1.0
FINC3610
Grade: A+
Dec 5, 2015

Tracy is my favorite teacher thus far at Auburn and her passion for finance is clearly evident. She is a great teacher and she makes a somewhat uninteresting topic very understandable. What stands out the most about Tracy is her eagerness to help students succeed in her class and in the real world. Take her class you won't regret it.

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Dec 14, 2015

Ms. Richard was absolutely amazing!! She genuinely cares about her students, and she makes her lectures interesting! She gives a lot of extra credit too!

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: A+
Dec 22, 2015

She gives lots of easy extra credit, but only if you go to class - so even if you can't pay attention, go to class, because she will just randomly give out extra credit in class. There is homework due, but its super easy, and those easy points add up. She's a great teacher, and wants everyone to do well

4.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: C
Apr 30, 2016

Nice lady. This class was boring specially if you're not a finance major was a struggle for me to show up. She will help you if you ask and make sure you do the homework will help your grade. Accumulative final(like the class wasn't dreadful already). If you're a finance major you will like her. I hated this class, so ready to be done with it.

3.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: A-
Dec 9, 2016
Wouldn't take again

Tracy is very... interesting. I'm not a finance major, and the class was sub-par at best. She's funny and gives out a lot of extra credit and I think she genuinely wants to see her students succeed. Do all the homework assignments and the extra credit at the end. The final is cumulative and it was HARD. We were allowed to make a cheat sheet.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
2.0
FIN3610
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2016
Would take again

Easily the best professor to take for principles of finance. Gives you everything you need to know for exams, and the homework is actually pretty helpful. Lots of extra credit!

Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
1.0
FIN3610
Grade: A+
Dec 12, 2016
Would take again

FAVORITE TEACHER EVER. Tracy made the material fun and interesting. She explained it clearly and really helped me grasp the concepts. The homework is very similar to the tests and she spends extensive time going over it. She prepared our class for the tests and was always fun to listen to. She is super passionate which makes the class fun!!

Respected
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
3.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: B
Dec 26, 2016
Wouldn't take again

I'm not a finance major and have never really had any finance education and I really struggled with this class. I felt that Dr. Richard was often moving too quickly and assuming we understood more than we did, especially at the beginning. Do the homework thoroughly and on time. If you like finance this class is easy, I just didn't enjoy the subject

TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: A
Apr 16, 2017
Would take again

There are only three tests with a comprehensive final. She gives extra credit occasionally for attendance. All in all, I really have enjoyed this class.

TEST HEAVY
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
FIN3610
Grade: A-
Apr 25, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Richard manages to bring the real world and current events into the curriculum and and make the class more interesting and understandable. She does a good job of pulling the stuff together that we are learning throughout the class and explaining how it might look in an actual business scenario. She really cares about students. Recommend

Inspirational
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Hilarious
4.0
4.0
FINC3610
Grade: B-
May 4, 2017
Would take again

Would take again. Everyday the class met you could really tell that she wanted students to understand Finance to use it in the real world. She gives 2 tests and a final. The tests are taken outside of class on Wednesday nights. The final is HARD. She gives extra credit for coming to class and participating. My class got up to 15 pts. HW weekly.

Participation matters
GRADED BY FEW THINGS
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
4.0
FIN3610
Grade: A-
May 5, 2017
Would take again

LOVE LOVE LOVE her! Never thought I would find this class the least bit interesting but Tracy actually got me to switch my major - and I wasn't even in the business school. She talked me through careers and opportunities and even helped me get an internship. You won't find anyone who cares more about students!

Respected
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: A
May 8, 2017
Would take again

Hands down one of the best teachers in the school of business! She genuinely wants you to do well in her class!! GO TO CLASS, she gave our class 15 points of extra credit just for showing up and she's a great lecturer! Her tests can be tough but if you do all of the assigned homework and go to class you can easily make an A in this class!

Respected
Hilarious
Amazing lectures
5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Grade: A+
May 9, 2017
Would take again

Tracy is one of the best teachers I've had here at Auburn. She gives tons of extra credit, especially if your class participates a lot. The tests are fairly straight forward and if you can do the homework you should pass the class no problem. She really loves what she does and she makes the class a lot of fun.

Hilarious
Caring
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
FIN3610
Nov 7, 2017
Would take again

Tracey is great! She is always telling funny things during class to keep the class alive. Usually there are two homework assignments a week and if you semi do it correctly you will receive all the points. She gives random bonus points for just attending class! The test are difficult but somehow have a B! Take her!!! Textbook is only used for HW.

Gives good feedback
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Grade: A+
Nov 7, 2017
Would take again

Dr. Richard rocks, she's hilarious, lectures are entertaining, and the tests aren't that hard. There is no trying to trick you at all on exams, attend class so you can get the bonus points, and always do the (very little but often) homework. I only need a 70 to keep my A in the class, having gotten 93s on the first two tests, with the bonus and hw

Hilarious
Amazing lectures
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: B+
Dec 4, 2017
Would take again

The class is boring but Tracy is great. You can ask questions in class and not feel stupid, she actually will take the time to explain things and she can get a little side tracked but tries her best to make finance as bearable as possible. It's not a bad class if you actually try on the homework, and go get outside help if you need it.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Tests? Not many
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: A
Dec 4, 2017
Would take again

Tracy is one of the best professors and definitely the funniest professor Ive ever had. Class is a bit difficult but i enjoyed it, actually made me swap to a finance major.

Respected
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
FIN3610
Dec 6, 2017
Would take again

TAKE HER! She makes a difficult subject manageable, and class is fun. Gives bonus points for attendance and really cares about her students.

Respected
EXTRA CREDIT
Would take again
5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2017
Would take again

Tracy's class is easy if you do what is asked of you and work problems. Do the homework, go to class to get the bonus points and pay a little bit of attention and an A or B is easy.

Participation matters
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: A+
Feb 19, 2018
Would take again

Tracy's class was one of my favorite classes at Auburn. She has a great personality but also has real-world exp. and knows what she is talking about. She tells you what is important and goes over the information in depth. During my class she lectured on Tuesday and we had hw due on Thursday when she would go over it in class. Always so helpful!

Respected
Caring
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5.0
4.0
FINC3610
Grade: A-
Apr 9, 2018
Would take again

Such a great teacher! We did lectures on Tuesday and checked homework on Thursday. Tests are on Wednesday nights so didn't love that but not her fault either! Our TA is also super nice and helpful. Go to office hours and review sessions. Class isn't mandatory but she gives out lots of bonus so go. Love love love her!

Hilarious
Caring
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4.0
3.0
FINC3610
May 1, 2018
Would take again

Tracy really is an amazing professor. By no means is Principles of Finance an easy class. She tried to bring the material down to a level where non-finance majors could understand. I made an A on the first test and a B on the second. The final is comprehensive. Attendance is bonus and boosts you a letter grade. I highly recommend!!

Participation matters
Skip class? You won't pass.
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Grade: B
Apr 9, 2019
Would take again

Principles of Finance is by no means an easy class, but Tracy really is an amazing professor. She brings the material down to a level where non-finance majors can understand. I made an A on the first test and a C on the second. The final is comprehensive, but attendance is bonus and boosts you a letter grade. Shes the best in the department!!

Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
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5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: A
Apr 23, 2019
Would take again

Tracy is PURE GOLD. By far my most favorite prof I've had at Auburn. She loves finance & makes class so enjoyable. Her personality is COMICAL. Don't let these haters say she isn't funny. Anyways, there are only 3 exams including final, tons of bonuses, & hw everyday before class. Honestly, not bad. #financerocks #iykyk

Graded by few things
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5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Apr 30, 2019
Would take again

Lecture is pretty interesting and provides bonus points for attending. Tests were multiple choice, pretty basic questions with no surprises. I was able to prepare by doing some book questions the day before the exam and make As. Skipped most of the classes and did fine.

Test heavy
Clear grading criteria
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FINC3610
Grade: Not sure yet
May 2, 2019
Would take again

Dr. Richard is a very good teacher. She wants us to feel comfortable with the material and goes out of her way to do so. With that being said, I made a 90 on both the first and second exam, but the final was very painful.

Lots of homework
Hilarious
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5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: A
May 6, 2019
Would take again

My favorite class and professor so far. She makes a difficult subject easy to understand. She gives every opportunity to make an A. The final is comprehensive but straightforward and pretty easy if you study the homework problems.

Respected
Hilarious
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5.0
1.0
FIN3610
Grade: A+
Nov 7, 2019
Would take again

She is the best teacher on campus. Show up and get an A

Gives good feedback
Respected
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5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: A-
Oct 21, 2020
Would take again

LOVE THIS LADY! Even though I wish I had the chance to have her on a regular semester (aka not during a pandemic) she has been amazing. Shes easy to listen to for an hour and 15 mins and you get so much out of the class. I really enjoy finance and I give credit to her. The o thing, these 7:30 pm online test are not fun. ADHD is at its peak for me.

Respected
Hilarious
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3.0
5.0
FINC3610
Grade: B
Apr 19, 2021
Wouldn't take again

1 of the hardest classes I have taken at AU. Super nice and not boring. HOWEVER, your grade consists of 2 tests (100 points), 3 quizzes (5 points each) , and 15 homeworks (1 point each), and a final (100 points) . If you fail even 1 test, this will be a serious challenge for you if you struggle with math. this is my second attempt at this class.

Lots of homework
Skip class? You won't pass.
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: A+
Jun 30, 2021
Would take again

Class and tests are not bad if you actually put in the effort to pay attention and study for tests. Material really isn't that bad and Professor Richard puts in the effort to make sure her students succeed.

Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2021
Would take again

Tracy is by far the best professor I have had in my 3 years at Auburn!! I was scared going into the class, but Tracy helped me every step of the way. She is passionate about finance and just wants the very best for all of her students. Lots of extra credit!

Hilarious
Caring
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5.0
2.0
FIN3610
Grade: A
Mar 1, 2022
Would take again

I cannot say enough good things about this professor. I took her Fall 21, and this class was a breeze. She made it interesting, and she is hilarious. I thought this class was going to be very hard, but with effort, an A is very doable. 10/10 recommend.

Accessible outside class
Clear grading criteria
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: A
May 6, 2022
Would take again

I loved this class! Lots and LOTS of extra credit opportunities- so many, I got nearly 6 points added onto my final overall grade. Her exams are very straightforward and similar to the homework. Tracy is also the funniest professor I've ever had. She's kinda obsessed with Elon Musk, so you'll be hearing lots about him lol... take her class now!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: A+
Jun 6, 2022
Would take again

I rarely give reviews on websites like these. However, I have never met a professor that goes to bat for her students like Dr. Richard does. That should be a reflection of the amazing teacher she is. She also does a great job at applying real world situations to class concepts. If an opportunity arises, take her class. You won't regret it!

Amazing lectures
Gives good feedback
Inspirational
5.0
4.0
FINC3610
Grade: B+
Dec 7, 2022
Would take again

Great teacher! If you have to take finance, take her. She assigns homework after each lecture and then goes over it in the next class. This is nice, to help actually learn the material. Tests were kind of difficult but not too bad.

Participation matters
Amazing lectures
Lots of homework
5.0
3.0
3610
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2022
Would take again

I was worried this would be a very difficult & stressful class but Professor Richard made finance a great experience.Your grade is more of a reflection of your work ethic than your knowledge in this class. Her exams are difficult but doable & the review sessions with the TA help A LOT! Bonus will increase your grade tons at the end of the semester.

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Caring
Respected
5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: B
Dec 15, 2023
Would take again

I've never had a professor do such a great job of tying real world events to classroom material. Tracy encourages students to think and takes the time to explain the concepts. She's concerned about the students and does a great job of making class fun. Definitely recommend!

Inspirational
Hilarious
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5.0
4.0
FIN3610
Grade: C+
Apr 24, 2024
Would take again

Tracy is awesome, I just suck at finance. She was always really helpful when I talked to her after class and the SI sessions are helpful. Has lots of bonuses!! Her class is pretty laid-back and fun which makes learning the material a lot more bearable.

EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
Hilarious
5.0
4.0
FIN3610
Grade: B
May 1, 2024
Would take again

Very excellent professor. This class is by no means a cakewalk, but if you go to the review sessions and do the multiple extra credit opportunities she offers, you should be completely fine. She makes classes very interesting and is helpful if you ask questions. IF YOU PUT EFFORT INTO THIS CLASS, YOU WILL GET REWARDED!

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Caring
5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: A
May 2, 2024
Would take again

Tracy is amazing. I am not a business major, but she made this class so enjoyable. She was incredibly funny and relatable. Attendance is not mandatory, but if you go it makes the class so much easier. She also offers attendance bonus sometimes. If you do the extra credit and study the material she stresses before an exam you will be okay

EXTRA CREDIT
Amazing lectures
Hilarious
5.0
2.0
3610
Grade: A
Oct 29, 2024
Would take again

this rmp speaks for itself. I constantly checked my scheduler to try to get in and by some miracle I did. Take her if you can

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
3610
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2024
Would take again

She is not only a good teacher but also hilarious. Her lectors are very entertaining, and you can receive bonus for attending. The class is challenging but very doable. I highly recommend.

5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: B+
Dec 12, 2024
Would take again

Learned how finance relates to what's going on in the real world more than textbook theory stuff. As a non-business major, I was dreading this class but learned so much and actually started paying attention to global events and how they impact the finances of American companies and individuals. Tracy is great and tries to get to know her students.

Inspirational
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: B+
Dec 16, 2024
Would take again

Professor Richard does a great job tying real-world concepts to the course material. Lectures are engaging, and she's genuinely invested in helping students succeed. I found unstuck study super helpful for studying - definitely recommend giving it a try!

2.0
3.0
FINC3100
Grade: A
Feb 20, 2025

Tracy is a kind and approachable professor, but my main concern is that she didn't spend enough time thoroughly explaining how to solve the assigned work. She would go through the homework problems quickly and didn't provide detail on how she got certain numbers in the word problems, which made it challenging to fully understand the material.

1.0
4.0
FINC3100
Grade: A
Feb 20, 2025

If you don't want to be left teaching yourself the coursework, you're better off taking a different professor. I had to teach myself most of the material because she didn't explain it well to the students. Others mentioned that the tests were similar to the homework, but that was not the case at all. She also favorites some students in her classes

5.0
2.0
FIN3610
Grade: A+
Apr 8, 2025
Would take again

I took this class in the Fall of 2024, and I forgot to rate her. She was a fabulous professor, and I enjoyed the course work. Granted, I am a Finance major and the material came naturally to me. I was in FMA for a short time and didn't love Tracy, but this class definitely shifted my perspective on her. Take her if you can!

Amazing lectures
Hilarious
Respected
5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: A
Apr 15, 2025
Would take again

Tracy is awesome. Super nice and always chatting with us during class. Sometimes she went through examples kind of quickly, but will slow down if asked. Attendance not mandatory but she does take it pretty often. Tests aren't bad as long as you study decently and sometimes during class she would tell us what kind of problems we will/wont see.

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Hilarious
Test heavy
1.0
5.0
FIN3610
Grade: C
Apr 22, 2025

Gives so much homework but it is only worth 1 point. Tests make up 90% of your grade and they are hard and barely reflect all the homework assignments she loads us with every week. Quizzes and Homework makeup the other 10% of your grade so I don't suggest her if you are a bad test taker. She is funny but not a good teacher. I don't recommend at all

1.0
5.0
FINC3610
Grade: B
Apr 28, 2025

If I had to take this course again, I would pick a different instructor. She is too fast and doesn't explain everything very well. You will be stuck having to teach yourself everything!

5.0
3.0
FINC3610
Grade: B
Apr 29, 2025
Would take again

Tracy is an AWESOME professor. She really cares about her students and makes class fun.

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FIN3610
Grade: A
May 30, 2025
Would take again

Great professor who cares about engaging with their students. No complaints.

Amazing lectures
5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: B+
Aug 6, 2025
Would take again

Takes the time to get to know the students and tries to get everyone to join in class discussions. She honestly made the class fly by and made the material more understandable for a class I was really apprehensive about taking as a non-finance major. Do the bonus, it can bump your grade!

EXTRA CREDIT
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
FIN3610
Grade: A
Aug 19, 2025
Would take again

This class was an easy class because of all of the extra credit given and opportunities to raise my grade. If you did the homework then it would help your grade a lot of the test I found out. She's also great and cares abt her students.

Hilarious
Caring
Respected
3.0
4.0
FINC3610
Grade: D+
Oct 30, 2025

She is a wonderful person, but just goes so fast. Skims over the most important information of the lecture that day in-between other points, you miss the important stuff. Wants u to do well, its a hard class with fast professor. Homework is tough, offers light bonuses. You don't HAVE to go to class, but you HAVE to go to class.Tests are everything.

Lecture heavy
Test heavy
Graded by few things
5.0
3.0
FIN3610
Grade: A-
Dec 6, 2025
Would take again

She genuinely cares for her students and makes class super engaging and fun. Finance doesn't come naturally to me and it can be challenging at times but she provides you with lots of resources. Lots of bonus opportunities. Tests are worth a lot so definitely study. Take her!

Hilarious
Caring
Test heavy
5.0
3.0
3610
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2025
Would take again

So ready to not like this class but Tracy kept it interesting and did a great job tying real news events into class which helped to make sense of the material. I also met with her a lot and could tell she cares. Great GA too, go to study sessions. Do the bonus!

EXTRA CREDIT
Inspirational
Caring
5.0
2.0
FINC3610
Grade: A
Dec 16, 2025
Would take again

Tracy is great. This class is easy if you understand the basics, everything else builds on it. Gives out extra credit for going to class and for TopHat quizzes. Lots of homework but they actually help you for the tests. Cumulative final but it's honestly not bad at all and you get to bring a cheat sheet for the final. Take her, she is the best!!

EXTRA CREDIT
Gives good feedback
Caring
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