Mitchell Ratner - Rider University

Professor: Mitchell Ratner

Department: TBD

College: Rider University

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Really enjoyable class. He always makes jokes and keeps you engaged. The class itself was a bit dry but he does a really good job making the best of it . 10/10 recommend

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: FIN308
• 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:

Great personality and makes class entertaining. I'd recommend his class. Take notes in class and study them and the homework problems.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

great teacher, definitely will have to put some effort into your grade. Had 6 quizes, he dropped 2, a mid term and a final which you get to use a piece of paper, and a paper which wasnt that bad. Overrall good class and cool teacher

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Professor Ratner has dry lectures if you are taking the hour long 3 x a week class. His presentation notes are helpful and necessary for tests. He is strict with cell phone use and computers are not allowed. He insists every student is on time, attends every class, and pays attention. His sarcasm is dry and somewhat insulting, be aware. He is ok.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Fantastic Professor. He is hilarious and loves to get the class involved in his lectures, in a good way. Lectures can be a bit dry but make sure you take notes. Class is moderately difficult but if you pay attention and participate in class you can learn a ton.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: FIN308
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I like the layout of the class. The final is worth 45% of your grade but he is very dedicated and always willing to help! This is my second time taking him and I would take him again.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: FIN307308
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

No homework. Don't buy textbook. Took him for 307 and 308, write down EVERYTHING from his slides. Study your notes and course pack before every exam. He only has 3 grades 3 exams so study a lot. The math is very simple but the multiple choice and T/F is fairly difficult. Definitely not an easy A but doable, and at least he's (sorta) funny.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: FIN308
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I don't understand how people think this class is easy, I went to every class, studied notes and took his advice on how to study and still had a very hard time in this class. The exams are strange, the multiple choice and true and false are very difficult and confusing but the math is pretty simple. He's very nice but the exams are just brutal.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: FIN308
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Don't really care for Finance, but I think he makes the topic interesting. There are no surprises on his exams. Although he is not the easiest professor, he is clear-cut with his explanation and willing to help you. If you study hard, you can do well. Do NOT buy the textbook. He posts homework online and his notes in class are all you need to do we

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Very corny professor but fairly easy course. Pay attention and take notes and you should have no problem getting a good grade.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

I took Dr. Ratner for as many classes as I could, and also requested him as my advisor. His lectures are structured and his notes are easy to read and concise. If you pay attention and actively participate you should not have a problem. If you actually want to learn, I would take his classes.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

If you need anything he is there for you. He loves his job and it shows. He wants people to succeed. I would take him again. There is no assigned homework in the class.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: FIN308
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Took for int'l elective credit, class was rather straightforward - he actually makes the whole course sound harder than it really is. Only grades are 3 exams and project - 2nd exam is 35% and final is 45% of grade so you have to study, but if you write exactly what he does on the board, and look thru the practice, you'll do fine.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: FIN307308
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Best professor at Rider. His classes are well structured, clear and engaging. Always willing to answer questions in and out of class. His real-world experience is tied into his lesson plans and is extremely intelligent. Would take his class again If I didn't already take both.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Excellent teacher. Very organized, funny and interesting. You will learn in this class, but your grade will not be handed to you. If you attend class and apply yourself you will enjoy this class.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• 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: N/A

Comment:

Awesome professor! He may not be the easiest, but you really do learn the most with him. Make sure you show you are interested in learning and attend each class and you will do fine! I cannot wait to take his class again.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: FIN309
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He isn't an easy professor, but he is a VERY good professor. As much as you want an easy class, I've learned so much from him. I worked hard and found his choice of words on exams difficult, but he is so brillant. He really knows his stuff and is more than willing to help students who show an interest in learning. I plan to take him again

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• 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: N/A

Comment:

Had him for FIN 307 and 308. Does not require book. His class notes are what are exactly on exams. Pay attention, take notes and you will get an A. His humor is different, but as long as you participate and show him your interested it helps with the final grade. Notes are well structured.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: FIN308
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

If I could I would definitely take another class with him. He is funny and even though he doesn't let you out of class early he makes it enjoyable. He was always available for help, if you need something clarified during a test he would do that so that it is crystal. His syllabus you can't arrive late or leave he is really relaxed on it.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: FIN307
• 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:

Ratner is a very poor teacher. DON'T TAKE HIM!!!HIS TESTS ARE REALLY HARD.AND HE DOESN'T CARE IF YOU FAIL.