Robert Paretta - University of Delaware

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Robert Paretta - University of Delaware

Professor: Robert Paretta

Department: Accounting

College: University of Delaware

Rating # 1

Overview:

Course: ACCT207
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Paretta is the man. I took this class online and he's one of the only professors I've had that can still translate the classroom vibe via zoom, and the guy is like 85. If you're looking for an easy course, this isn't it. But, if you want to actually learn the material and come out prepared, look no further. Very exam heavy they make up your grade

Rating # 2

Overview:

Course: ACCT207
Grade Received: B+
Overall Rating: 4.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

In accounting you either get it or you don't. Dr. Paretta is a really good teacher for those who get it, but it's easy to get lost if you don't. The good thing about Dr. Paretta is hes always available by email for any questions, he really cares about his students, and gives out grading incentives and tries to help you along the way so no one fails

Rating # 3

Overview:

Course: ACCT207
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I think I would have liked this class if not for Paretta. You have to teach yourself everything because Uncle Bob won't, since he only teaches "FYI", non-tested material and tells you all about how accounting is a life of sex & danger. He is smart and knows alot, just doesn't seem to want to actually teach.

Rating # 4

Overview:

Course: ACCT207H
Grade Received: A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Uncle Bob is the man. If you're an accounting major, definitely take his class because you will come out so much more prepared than the other 207 classes. You need to follow his course guidelines if you want to do well, so be sure to take them seriously. He's also hilarious in class which makes learning accounting so much better. Highly recommend

Rating # 5

Overview:

Course: ACCT207H
Grade Received: A+
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Paretta is tough. If you're looking for an easy A look elsewhere, but if you want to learn there is no one better. You will know accounting better than anyone who took it with a different professor. He is a good teacher but the way his class is set up he will only help you if you ask for it. Quizzes do not count but take them seriously.

Rating # 6

Overview:

Course: ACCT207H
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 3.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Paretta is a really nice guy, funny, & he does care about the students. That being said, this class is entirely on you. Frustrating at times because 95% of the stuff you go over in class isn't on the exams.. calls it FYI. You will have to teach yourself the material, but you do learn a lot more by doing so. Tough class, worked my butt off for a B.

Rating # 7

Overview:

Course: ACCT316
Grade Received: Not sure yet
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Incredible professor, truly wants and requires the best out of his students. Exams are difficult, but Uncle Bob is understanding and does everything in his power to help students out and prepare them. If you are planning on taking CPA in future, take Uncle Bob for Intermediate.

Rating # 8

Overview:

Course: ACCT207H
Grade Received: B
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

Paretta's a great guy with a good sense of humor. Just make sure you study diligently for all of the tests. The first exam is very easy and I figured it would be the same way for the second exam, and that mentality ended up hurting my final grade (still ended with a B). Planning on taking 315H next year with him as my professional elective.

Rating # 9

Overview:

Course: ACCT207H
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 3.0

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

Comment:

Prof. Paretta is literally my favorite professor I've ever had at Udel. His class (at least Acct207 anyways) is not at all horrible as people have noted. Yeah he expects you to read the book but in all honesty there isn't much time for him to teach you in class. The project at the end of the semester is long but not too hard. He's also hilarious!

Rating # 10

Overview:

Course: ACCT800
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 4.0

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

Comment:

Best learning experience ever. Definitely requires consistent effort. I felt bad for the students that did not follow his directions for success in the class (he hands you a 3 page document on day 1 detailing how to succeed in the class). If you don't want to look like an idiot on the job when financial acctg comes up, take Paretta!!!

Rating # 11

Overview:

Course: ACCT315
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Worst professor I have ever taken. You are expected to read a 2000 page book 3 times through. He does not teach, he only goes over homework problems in class and then tells you how dumb you are if you get it wrong instead of helping understand. He slams everyone with the exams, after not having taught anything to us. DO NOT TAKE HIM

Rating # 12

Overview:

Course: ACC316
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

I took Paretta for ACC 316 in 1982, 31 years ago. I scored in the 90s on all four parts of the exam. I can remember specific things he said during the classes to this day. YES, he is hard, but if you are serious about being successful in this profession you should take him. You are entering a profession where 7 figure earnings are common.

Rating # 13

Overview:

Course: ACCT207H
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 1.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

avoid him if you can. final project is way too advanced for intro to accounting students and not helpful. I will have to relearn accounting principles in order to build a better foundation for my career. his grading is ok, doesn't use +/-, offers nice incentives but are tough to meet. if you take him, read the textbook plenty, and good luck.

Rating # 14

Overview:

Course: ACCT315
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 3.0
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Very nice, funny, and motivational. Expects unrealistic amount of time for this class, you have to teach yourself everything, b/c class is spent going over hw that you probably wont understand on your own. if you arent honors, DO NOT TAKE HIM because the other prof is so much easier and averages in this class are so much lower. hardest class at UD

Rating # 15

Overview:

Course: ACCT207H
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 5.0
Course Difficulty: 2.0

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

Comment:

"Uncle Bob" is an excellent professor- very humorous and candid, keeps students engaged. While you could probably just learn from the book, his insights and connections in class are valuable. Final project challenging but very useful. Exams are not difficult if you prepare; offers "incentive plan" to improve grades.

Rating # 16

Overview:

Course: ACCT800
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:

Tough but SO worth it. You'll walk away with a thorough knowledge of not only how to read financial statements but also a good understanding of the individual components on them. Tests are tough but if you do the reading and work outside of class you'll reap the benefits, plus multiple chances to redeem yourself. FOLLOW THE PLAN and good luck!

Rating # 17

Overview:

Course: ACCT207H
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:

Very difficult, but you will learn a lot. Very humorous, and will often apply concepts to real world situations. Classes are more of a supplementary tool. Main learning comes from reading the book. Read the book. Read it. Read the book and you will do well.

Rating # 18

Overview:

Course: ACCT207
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:

Probably one of the most entertaining professors I've ever had. This guy actually manages to make accounting somewhat interesting. Very humorous and respectful. I would definitely recommend him.

Rating # 19

Overview:

Course: ACCT316
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 4.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Extremely hard tests that test on basically your knowledge of the accounting profession in nearly its entirety. Goes over little in class before slamming you with hard tests and takes off for just about anything that might be remotely off. Believes he is god to a class that everyone should work at for at least 10 hours a week and 2000 or more pages

Rating # 20

Overview:

Course: ACCT316
Grade Received: N/A
Overall Rating: 2.5
Course Difficulty: 5.0

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

Comment:

Heavy dependance on book and extremely difficult tests. Deducts large amount of points for tiny mistakes. Cares about students, but isn't afraid to insult their intelligence in class (especially after a poor quiz). 90% of learned material you teach yourself. Expects you to devote most of your time to his class only (10 hour a week minimum).

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