Massoud Saghafi - San Diego State University, San Diego, CA

Professor: Massoud Saghafi

Department: Marketing

College: San Diego State University, San Diego, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MKT376
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Prof. Saghafi is REAL. Don't test him or believe me it won't be pretty. Guy is straight forward on what he wants from you and try to follow EVERYTHING to a T! If an assignment says 1 page, DO 1 PAGE or he will toss your paper (no joke). His tests are extremely hard given that they have material from lectures and book. Find test bank if possible!

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MKTG376
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Hands down the best professor I've had. The class is tough and he keeps you on your toes but if you really want to learn something about international business and gain real world knowledge he's your guy. 3 multiple choice tests straight from the book (try to find the test bank) with 3 essay Qs from class and two very interesting group projects.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MKTG376
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This class stressed me out daily with Wall Street journal readings and textbook readings. Extremely hard class.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BA795
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Saghafi ended up being one of my favorite professors of my academic career (undergraduate and graduate). Don't take anything too personally. He really wants you to succeed. Amazing professor, advisor, and mentor.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MKT376
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This professor was scary at first, mostly from an exchange student's view point. But then I realized how awesome he was !

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MKG376
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

A must-take class for International Business / International Marketing majors. You learn so much about what is going on in the world and how it's relevant to the class. Saghafi tries to be intimidating at first, but really is a cool guy and will talk to you about anything outside of class. Not an easy class, but definitely worth taking. Highly rec.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MKT376
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

If international marketing is something that truly interests you, take this course. If you are looking for an easy "A" this is NOT the class for you. Saghafi is tough, but an amazing professor and you WILL learn. Want an "A"? Come prepared for class, know what is going on in the world, read the book, be engaged and attend his office hours.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MTKG376
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This was the hardest class I've ever taken at state. I typically get As and I barely passed with a C. I attended all classes and read the book multiple times. The exams are insanely hard. That being said, it was my favorite class content wise and I learned a lot! Saghafi is a great teacher, don't be intimidated, but your GPA will take a hit.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MKTG376
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

He is by far one of the best marketing professors at SDSU. I'm so glad I took his class because I actually learned something. He tries to scare his students but he's actually a nice person and also very funny. I actually didn't his tests were hard at all (maybe because I read and attended lectures). Overall I highly recommended over anyone else.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MKTG376
• Grade Received: B-
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

A little intimidating, most Int. Students decided to drop the class since there is constant participation required. He does NOT take attendance. he just requires the students that do attend class to pay attention. He gets very upset when he finds others on their phones and will call them out. Buy test bank, found out too late! Amazing human being!!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MKTG376
• Grade Received: C+
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very tough class. Tests are 70% multiple choice and 30% open ended. Open ended questions are very tough and you don't have enough time to thoroughly finish answering all questions. His lectures don't match up with the material he puts on the test. If you read the book and or buy the test bank you might have a chance but I don't recommend!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MKTG376
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

EXCELLENT TEACHER! If you're interested in Marketing and wants to learn with concrete examples, please don't hesitate to take this class! The teacher discuss international business news every class and he really makes you THINK. The tests aren't easy, you will need both the book and your class notes to discuss. But most interesting class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MKTG769
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Saghafi is very knowledgeable about what he's teaching. if you're taking his class prepare to participate in class discussion about the assigned cases as well as the current news. take a lot of notes during class if you would like to ace the final. the final is actually about what you have learned from the class and from Dr. Saghafi.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: CHEM108
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Awesome teacher. I understand the material and he is good at explaining when I am lost. Always willing to help during office hours or pretty much anytime he can. Really helps that he makes the tests from the old tests he gives you!! Study the old test and you will be glad you did!!! Many class examples to study also. He shows you how to work probs!

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MARKETING376
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Wow. This class is terrible. Save yourself unnecessary pain and just buy the book at the book store. This professor adds nothing to the topic. Prepare to be disrespected and treated like a child. Also, prepare to be given vague instructions and then attacked for not reading the dictator's mind. Not current on trends.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MKTG376
• 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:

If you want a small taste of an MBA level class I believe this is it. Do not dare to sign up for this class if you're looking for an easy A. Professor Saghafi is a great lecturer, one of the best professors at SDSU.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MKTG376
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Saghafi is super Chill outside the classroom, but inside the classroom, OMG, U BETTER STAY AWAKE. He will catch u if u sleep. Overall the class is super hard. His lecture is different from the book. And Test is based on mainly book and some lecture. READ THE BOOK, pay attention to all power points. TAKE HIM IF U WANT TO LEARN. Best class at sdsu!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MKTG769
• 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:

Be ready, he is an opinionated professor with a big ego. He will respect you more if you take a firm stance on questions. His teaching style is a little different, more discussion than lecture. I didnt realize it at the time but I actually learned a lot from him. The book is used heavily. I think it was a good experience and he is a great teacher.

Rating # 19

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

Professor Saghafi is well versed in this field with a world of practical experience.His radiant character and dept of knowledge brings life to the subject.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: MKTG376
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I'm an International Business major and the knowledge I gained from this class is incredible. VERY CHALLENGING class, but this man is a genius. My respect for Prof Saghafi.