Chris Dumas - University of North Carolina Wilmington

Professor: Chris Dumas

Department: TBD

College: University of North Carolina Wilmington

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: ECN321
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

We only have two grades for the entire semester, a midterm and a final. He couldn't finish explaining one problem within the class time and then put 4 on the midterm. No curve. Reading other reviews and talking to some of his former students, we seem to be the only section he's ever done this to. Avoid.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: ECN321
• 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:

This class is NOT easy, it's a ton of calculus but Dumas is a master at teaching it. He goes through every little step to make sure you understand. I suggest brushing up on the basics of calculus before the course because that's what will kill you in this class. Dumas is also hilarious, so even though it's difficult, you look forward to class.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: ECN377
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Assigns long homework assignments due the next class, very last minute. Not very helpful.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: INB300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

I love dr Dumas!! he is one of my favorites for sure I've had him for iINB300 and macroeconomics.. he is super easy and straight to the point, just read his study guides before the exams you will be A-okay.. he doesn't really give much hw but tons of EC!

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

He's an expert at teaching Microeconomics. Hands down best teacher I've ever had. This guy truly knows his stuff and is able to break things down to a level anyone can understand. He took things slow and used a lot of repetition in his lectures which was fantastic. He's a passionate teacher who truly cares about his students. Take Dumas!

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: ECN321
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Dumas is a great guy. Entertaining and a great teacher. His tests aren't bad as long as you do the homework and I found the material pretty interesting. Also he has all his notes online and no textbook! Definitely taking him again!

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

He must have changed his test based on what everyone else is saying. I found the test very difficult. The class averages for all the test were in the mid 70s so it wasn't just me who was struggling. Attendance is mandatory because it counts for a test grade which is helpful to your final grade.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: ECNEVS325
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dumas is so awesome! I am actually disappointed that I won't get to take him for another course. The secret to his class is doing the homework - some of the exam questions are taken straight from the assignments andor the handouts that he posts online. Incredibly easy and he will crack you up so many times throughout the semester - even at 8am!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Take Dumas! He's passionate about the material and actually kept me awake at 8am! 4 tests make up your grade, but they are fairly easy if you study the handouts and do the hw!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: INB300
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dumas is very knowledgeable and passionate about teaching international business. He is always willing to help with anything you don't understand. He always does his best to make class fun. If you show up and pay attention in class, you will almost certainly do well.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

I really enjoyed his class, he's a funny guy with a lot of knowledge. As long as you read his example problems online before the test, you will do fine. His tests are pretty much the same. I would defiantly take him again!

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dumas is great!! Only 4 tests given no other work. Tests are exact replicas of practice problems posted on his website. Don't have to take notes, he posts them up for you as well. Easy concepts, funny guy, Easy A.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

DUMAS IS THE MAN!!!! I definitely recommend you take his class. He is always cracking jokes and explains difficult material in a way everyone can understand. All his notes are online and you don't need a textbook. The only grades for the class are 4 tests but the are actually easy. Definitely take DUMAS if you can!

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

He's definitely one of the best teachers at UNCW. He does have a tendency to ramble sometimes, but they're usually funny rants. He made this class very easy to understand, and made me like going to class.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: ECN321422
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

Dr. Dumas is a great guy but you have to work for your grade. He's there to help but not give you answers. He's a bit lazy, but it works to your advantage (ie - study his handouts, the tests are always almost identical) He's a funny guy but his tangents do get a little annoying. Overall he's a great teacher and wants you to learn!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: ECN321
• 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:

Great teacher who provides his own text via downloadable .pdf files (which are much more digestable than most textbooks). His high energy and quirky sense of humor make class very fun. Sometimes he goes a bit past the class end time, but that's little to be worried about.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• 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:

Dumas made this class bearable. He's a very lively guy, and he's always in a good mood. Sometimes he even brings food/candy for the class. The material is easy enough, and the tests are a breeze if you study beforehand. The students in that class were incredibly obnoxious though. Honors freshman econ buffs are almost as bad as film studies majors.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• 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:

Dumas is a favorite professor of mine. Great personality and teaching style. He even makes up for not using a textbook by writing his own notes, handouts, and practice problems which make studying so much easier.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: ECN221
• 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:

Created his own text via .pdf files on his website; they're very detailed and well organized. Dr. Dumas has a quirky personality and good sense of humor that keeps class interesting for business majors. Obviously, if you're interested in economics anyway, you'll enjoy it regardless.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: INB300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

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

Comment:

don't buy the book. all test questions come from his notes in class. Quizzes are pretty easy he gives you 5 and no exam. and gave TONS of extra credit. like 100 points of extra credit.Attendence is mandatory and his classes are a little boring but bring your laptop and facebook through his lecture.