Manuel Carvajal - Florida International University

Professor: Manuel Carvajal

Department: TBD

College: Florida International University

Rating # 1

Overview:

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

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

Comment:

I took his Economics class at FIU in 1985, and to this day, I believe he is among my two best professors I ever had, even in Grad School. I got a C-. Never forgot him. Take his class at Nova U if you can.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very hard but i learned alot. He knows his stuff and i have to say that he ran his class pretty good... he had to be one of toughtest and best teachers in FIU. Hes retired so no worries!!! I took for his last semester and I'm glad i did!!! What a experience!!!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I wish i can tell you how many hours i studied and how much i thought i knew his work and all the information i put on the paper front and back. It seemed like i really know what I was talking about and I got a C-. C- cannot pass this course. I can't imagine a Professor failing students who apparently have studied to pass this course. Disappointing

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: ECO2023
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

his tests are not easy but he provides all the help you need. best professor ive had so far in FIU. i really am learning about economics. be on time and go to class. study hard and you will be fine. not for lazy students!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ECO3021
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Take this class if you are interested in learning about Economics, not if you are concerned about your GPA. His expectations are extremely vague, and his tests are the hardest I've ever taken, but his lectures are PRICELESS! Take your time on the paper, he offered us incompletes, but no one took him up on it, and we all suffered.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ECO3101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

4 me it was a horrible class, did understand a lot, and is al theory, no practice, He is nonstop lecturer, , didn't help me a lot the class I failed the class co I would not recomend him, does not curve, u r require to do a p[aer that he never explains you how to do it, so, its pretty bad from my pint of view, i think only 6 people pass tha class

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

DO NOT BE FOOLED!! yes his tests are not easy,and you do not use the books. the answers to the test are given from class lectures. He gives a review the week previous to the exam. on that review you can pretty much tell what is it that you should study, I got a D- on my first test and ended uo passing the class with a B.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Not worth it. Yes, he knows his stuff and the lectures are very clear. However he does not give you a fair chance at passing. The most incomprehensible grading policy ever, only 2 tests, essay type, and topics can be randomly picked by him, so you have no shot. Class had 100 students, not a single one had an A. Take somebody else.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MAR3202
• 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 I have ever had!! Do not miss a lecture and BE ON TIME OR HE WILL NOT LET YOU IN. He explains the material like no other professor. Take this class with him and you will actually learn economics!!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

He explains the material very well in class and answers all questions. That being said, his tests are very difficult and long. The midterm was 21 questions with multiple parts to each question. You also have to write a 15 page economics paper which he gives you little guidance on how to write it. If you are late to a class he won't let you in.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's a good professor. Once you take proper notes and pay attention to his lectures you should be fine. NOT FOR LAZY STUDENTS.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ECO3101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Hard professor, tests come directly from his lectures. His tests are long;the final was 26 questions, all of them essay style. Good Lecturer, you will learn if you study and take notes.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ECO3203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

This guy has the worst grading procedure. Great teacher, being that I have learned a lot. But be warned. THIS GUY IS THOROUGH. I didn't deserve what I got, but whatever.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• 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:

This Prof. is horrible do not take the class with him his lectures are long and boring. The tests are two exams with essay questions that basically may cover any random material he goes over. If u are not majoring in economics run. He will not help and doesn't answer questions well just run you will definitely waste your money if u take him

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ECO3203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

I do not understand these poor reviews. Chances are these people are lazy and terribly unintelligent. This man is by far one of the best professors I have ever had in college. Obviously don't expect the course to be easy, but his effectiveness in teaching this material is outstanding. People ask why he is sill teaching. I as why he settles for FIU.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ECO3203
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

This professor is by far one of the best lecturers ever! If you are a Finance/Economics major you HAVE to take him. People fail and do not like his clas because they have no clue about Economics and think they can just get by at the University level. This class is for serious students who want to learn. Don't be late and study hard!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

By far one of the best lectures I have ever had. I have never had to learn or study as hard as this in my entire college career. It is nearly impossible to pass. You will learn a lot, but bust your ass trying to pass. The testing and the grading is the most retarded thing I have ever seen. 2 essay exams, and credit is divided, stupid...

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Do not take the class with this professor he is horrible and boring. Your grade is based on 2 essay tests which may cover any topic in his lectures. His reviews are also pointless. Just stay away from him.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ECO3202
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

DO NOT TAKE ECO3202 WITH MANUEL CARVAJAL!!! your grade is based on 2 essay question tests with no way of doing extra credit work for this lectured class that you receive zero handouts in.IN ALL HIS LECTURES HE STUDDERS AND IS ALWAYS SAYING UHH, EHH UHH SO ITS HARD TO FOLLOW.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: ECO3101
• 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:

Ruined my GPA. Class is impossible, more than 1/2 the class failed. Test are essay type... unfair grading. I don't understand how he is still teaching at FIU.