Billy Kirkland - Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX

Professor: Billy Kirkland

Department: Management

College: Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MGT101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Student in the late 80's. Kirk was a buster but fair. Spot on with his approach; the business world does not coddle you, has high demands on your time, and doesn't tolerate BS. Neither did Kirk. Go flip burgers if you can't meet high expectations or don't want to use your brain. Show up for class, do the work and it's an easy A.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MGMT301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This old guy needs to start collecting social security. He gives 100+ questions for every test and thinks he knows everything while he still teaches things from the early 80's. We watched vhs tapes that put me to sleep for the entire period sometimes. He will call you out if he sees you texting and will be a complete anus.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MGMT101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Kirkland is not a professor for freshmen. If you are used to high school slacking, teachers holding your hand and reminding you about your homework every day... you need to face the reality of college somewhere else. Read the textbook (on your own) and study the notes and you'll get 90% of the exams. He is PARANOID about cheating!

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MANG301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Kirkland is my all time fav. I've taken hime for 3 classes and really respect him. All he asks for is your time, attention, and respect. He does not put up with cell phone use, hats, or any other distracting nonsense. My advice.. take him, respect him and behave as you would in church. He is dedicated to "teaching" you...

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MGMT2501
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I'm an "older" student who took Kirkland back in the late 80's and was just checking to see what TSU is saying about him these days. I LOVED him and glad to see he is still the drill sargent he used to be expecting the youngin's to be responsible and the men to take off their hats etc. I found him very accessible and helpful during office hours.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MGMT301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

MUST GO TO CLASS!MUST DO THE REVIEW AND STUDY MUCH BEYOND THE REVIEW TO PASS HIS 100 QUESTION TEST ESPECIALLY IN 50 MINS!THE ONLY GOOD THING IS OF YOU HAVE AN A AT THE END OF THE SEMESTER YOU DONT HAVE TO TAKE THE FINAL AND HE GIVES LOTS AND LOTS OF BUSY WORK TO PROVIDE PLENTY OF BONUS POINTS!TAKE HIM AT YOUR OWN RISK...

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MGMT300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Kirkland is a simple man, he doesn't put up with little babies that don't belong in college. I do believe his test are unreasonable but he does give a lot of extra credit to bump your grade up a letter. If you do the review you will succeed but reading the chapters helps also. He is the real deal, for professional students, no BS.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MGMT301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This old man is rediculous.Gives 150+ questions for a test almost every week up until the final. Thinks he can see a cell phone within 100ft..but embarrasses hisself every time. He could care less whether you pass or fail! DO NOT TAKE...it's about time for him to retire.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MGMT101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

this guy is a joke. he should not be allowed in the class. He gives you a review sheet for each test, you answer the question and you make a great grade he claims. ive studied for so many hours from the review sheet he gives to study and its pointless. DO NOT TAKE THIS GUY

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MGMT311
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Had 2 of his classes and made a B each time. He is a no BS man, and a lot of students don't like him because they are useless and floppy. If you want to learn something and gather some wisdom this Prof is the man for the job. He has been there and done it all, but there are so many pansies that want everything given to them, he won't give anything!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MGMT301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I DO NOT reccomend him to anyone, he is very old and has old teaching style. He is not very good about getting his point across and just rambles on, which makes it hard to pay attention. dont take him!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MGMT301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Kirkland is awesome. He runs his class like USMC Boot Camp. I love it. He doesn't take any crap off the slackers. He takes names and kicks @ss. Very few professors are like this today. He is all about discipline. Good teacher. He knows his stuff. Don't get burned by teh hot stove!!!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MGMT301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I hate this dusty old fart. His teaching style hasnt changed since the great depression. He knows his stuff he just doesnt know how to teach it. Bull headed ex-Marine. SAGE, SAGE IT WITH FIRE!!!!!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MGMT3013
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Okay, so not the easiest class in the world, but you can definitely pass it. Show up to class, he likes to give random assignments. Tests are hard, but if you do your notebook and show up, you'll get a good grade.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MGMTORG
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Grouchy but really funny old guy! THe class is really easy if you show up and do the homework.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MGMTSECT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Mr. Kirkland is a very hard teacher but what i realized in the end he helps a lot. Do whatever you like but tell him first and neva neva neva miss his class. I found him very cooperative after a very tough session. He teaches all his concepts very well.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MRKT301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I am an average Joe student with average grades, Kirkland seems to only like the students who are well above average in their grades and doesn't care too help out any other student who is normal. He doesn't shut up during his tests and they are over 150 plus questions, if you don't finish u can't get more time. I did NOT like this professor.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MANAGEMENT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

No Comments

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MGMT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

easy class but he is a grouchy old man set in his ways

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MANAGEMENT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: N/A
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Kirkland is an excellent professor. He is all business, though. Don't mess around, skip class, or wear your ball cap. If you want to LEARN about management, take his class! Be prepared to study. I highly recommend this professor!!!