Reviews of professor Yaoyi Xi

Rating: 2.0/5, difficulty: 5.0/5
He's nice and understanding, and very smart. But the class is just way too much. Why are there weeks when we have 3 assignments a week? sometimes 2? just WHY? and then there are quizzes, tests that he makes himself and covers everything from the chapters from A-Z. You have to master solving extremely difficult questions and better READ thoroughly

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Dr. Xi is hands down one the best finance professors at state, only Professor Ryan is up there with him. He will actually help you in any finance difficulties you're facing, if you're interested in finance and want to apply what you have learned irl this is the class for you without a doubt. No attendance but going to class is the whole point.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
 Professor Xi is serious when it comes to all things finance/education and expects his students to learn the material. If you are willing to put in the work, study, go to tutoring, ask questions then your hard work should reflect on the exam.The lectures are detailed, the exams make or break your grade, this class became a priority in my life.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
I love Professor Yaoyi! Cracks jokes in class, always make sure students understand the material by reiterating multiple times. 15 Mcgraw hw assignments, two take-home quizzes, 3 exams noncumulative (from hw problems). Very generous curves on every exam! The subject itself is difficult but he reassures that time and effort do pay off. TAKE HIM!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Cannot stress enough how much I learned in this class. Pay attention in class and you'll do well on exams. Great teacher and just wants you to enjoy finance. I enjoyed his lectures. He calls on people using random numbers but if you dont know it he just chooses someone else. no actual quizzes, just hw n 1 exam n 1 final. Definitely would take again

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Best finance professor you will take at SDSU guaranteed. Make sure you get a strong group because nearly all of the assignments are group case studies, as well as two presentations, which make up a majority of your grade. He encourages asking questions, and will guide you in the correct direction without being condescending.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
3 tests total, 2 quizzes, and homework. I honestly love Prof Xi, he insures everyone learns, and if you go to his office hours with a set of questions he will not let you leave until you fully understand. I love this man and the fundamentals he teaches are paramount if you want to be successful in finance so take XI if you want to learn.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
Xi is a great Proffesor! He cares a lot about his students and always helps when needed. The class is difficult and his tests are also difficult, but he is straightforward about the content that will be covered on the test. Study with time! Xi is your best option to take. As long as you try your best and show it you will succeed in the class.