David Gilliss - San Jose State University, San Jose, CA

Professor: David Gilliss

Department: Business

College: San Jose State University, San Jose, CA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Very monotone and boring. Seems like he really don't want to be there. The tests are pretty difficult, make sure you study the textbook and teach the course material to yourself. The group projects aren't terribly difficult, and he curves the class at the end of the semester. Unfortunately you won't know your grade until the very end.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

not the easiest but not the hardest professor ive taken. group projects are pretty easy, exams are pretty hard (class average is a D). curved at the end. lecture are pretty boring, but attendance is mandatory (takes roll). instructions on group assignments are very vague, but his office hours are useful.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Would give this guy no ratings if possible. Basically, you must teach yourself ALL material since he just reads off a textbook powerpoint. Also, if you want to learn about Elon Musk and lawnmowers and Pontaic Aztecs, which has nothing to do with this class, sign up. Watching paint dry is more entertaining than this guy's teaching style.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

There are three midterms, two group projects that includes a presentation in the last one and a final. The top 10 students get an A in class, the next 10 get a B, and the rest a C. The only way to really get a good grade is read the book, which he constantly reminds to do. Use the publisher's website for practice questions, which he uses some.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Attend the class, do the group projects, read the book and the slides and you should get an A. The first 2 midterms were hard. The third was OK. Finals was easy . He gives study guides before exam make sure you don't miss that class day.I averaged B- on the three midterms, B+ on projects, perfect attendanceand I guess did good on finals.I got an A

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Don't take this class. Seriously. I saw these reviews and thought "it wont be so bad", well, I was wrong. He is terrible. Class average was an F for the first two tests. He will curve the entire class to a 2.7 at the end of the semester, so you won't really know where you stand. Seriously though, don't take this guy. (I usually get good grades btw)

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Just read the book and the slides before the exams and attend the review session and you'll be alright. There are 2 group projects. Make sure you proof read it before submitting and use the format he wants. Use proper pronouns. for company, use IT not THEY Multiple choice exams. participation is based on attendance.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Don't take him unless he's the only available professor. Extremely boring lecturer, he reads off the PowerPoint which he gets from the book publisher. Often talks about planes, Tesla, Elon Musk and the once NUMI plant in Fremont. He curves but at the end after your raw grade is calculated after taking the final. Pick good group for project.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

ALL he does is read from the PowerPoint slides. Word-for-word When it comes time to write the case paper, make sure to ask him 10 times what formatting he wants. Because he doesn't post it. Also remember that a company is 'it' NOT they. He will take off a ton of points off your paper. I would avoid him if you can. Super boring class.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Terrible. All the other bad reviews are spot on. Avoid this teacher, I can't believe he is getting paid for this. He really puts no effort and curves the entire class to a 2.7 because he says that the university can't have too many people get A's. Avoid.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Avoid if possible. Tests on stuff that he doesn't even teach, so you need to read the book. Unprepared and late to class.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Not clear. Doesn't come prepared for class. I wouldn't recommend this teacher.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

One of the worst professors I've ever had at SJSU. He goes over his slides that he got from the publisher of the book, when the slides are messed up he complains that its the publishers fault. Hes extremely lazy, and a very boring lecturer. He takes attendance like 5 times the whole semester, but your better off just reading the book.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This is a self-taught class. He offers zero engagement with the students. Prof. reads straight from the slides. Lectures are long and boring. Beware of the cheaters. Avoid his class, if it is possible.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hörrible absolutely travesty he taught us absolutely Zero, Nöthing , we Had to learn 100% from the books. Stacy Seat, beware.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Attendance/participation is part of the grade. He's constantly late and takes forever to start the lecture and when he does, it's all reading from the PowerPoint. He will go on stupid tangents about planes and cars. His deep voice and 0 passion for teaching will put the entire class to sleep. Easy grader on group projects and curves at the end.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Read the book from cover to cover. Class is only important to find out what topics he wont test. Lectures are long and dry. Reads straight from power points. Tests are curved.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: BUS5140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

No study guide for tests. Lectures are pointless, just read the book. Likes to take 30 mins to take roll. Lots of work experience and practical info. Not the best teacher but not bad either.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Book is not needed for this class. All you need is your smartphone. Gives 3 midterm, 1 final, and a group project. Group project free A because everyone gets 90 and above. Midterm and final go on his website on your phone and follow along his power point slides. close book close note open phone. Easy teacher!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: BUS140
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

You need the textbook, but can get away with 7th international version. Attendance is taken, but class time is worthless. Use class time to read the book, as you have to read the whole thing. Doesn't answer questions at all. 3 Exams + 1 Final + 1 Group Project. Tests are really hard -- avg is about 68 each test, but grade is curved at the end.