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Philip Lau

ACCT1A · BUS1 · BUS1A · BUS1B · 88 lifetime ratings

AI rating
71/100
RMP rating
4.1/5
Take again
64.86%
Difficulty
3.3

The decision

Take Philip Lau if you want a demanding but memorable accounting teacher, not if you want an easy or flexible class.

Best fit · Hardcore LearnerEngaging lecturesHeavy homeworkTough examsStrict attendanceReal-world stories
  • Students often praise Lau's energetic lectures and real-world examples.
  • The class , and homework.
  • Grades are achievable, but many students say and an A requires real effort.

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

HardWork

38/100

An A is possible, but students repeatedly , and serious exam preparation.

Online reviews say effort pays off, while .

Is the course easy?

Challenging

34/100

Accounting content is described as understandable through his lectures, but the , and terminology make it challenging.

Online students describe clearer navigation of tough topics, while and exams.

Is attendance flexible?

Mandatory

10/100

as required, with late entry penalties and .

Online reviews stress not missing lectures, while .

Is this professor recommended?

WorthIt

68/100

Many recommend him for strong teaching and mentorship, but the and .

Online recommendations are strongly positive, while and strong warnings.

Course guide

See how this professor fits your week.

Grading

Strict

32/100

as strict because exams are hard and students say good grades require consistent work.

Format shift

Online reviews emphasize clear paths to success, while .

Workload

Heavy

24/100

Students frequently mention lots of , and test preparation.

Format shift

Both formats mention homework, but as more intense and sometimes overwhelming.

Teaching experience

Good

78/100

Most positive reviews praise his clear, energetic, story-driven teaching, though negative reviews say he can go off topic or move too fast.

Format shift

Online reviews are consistently positive on teaching clarity, while and more polarized.

Assessment method

Balanced

66/100

Grades , and participation, with exams carrying major pressure.

Format shift

Online reviews connect homework and exams, while , and projects more often.

Luni fit check

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Course format

Compare the in-person and online experience.

Classroom format

In person

47 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Hardcore Learner

many love his lectures, while others , and .

Main concern

The main risk is a tough workload with and difficult exams.

What students said

“The , but it is also similar to the tests.”
ACCT1A
“Easy C, tough A.”
BUS1B
“Don't be late because he locks the door after class starts and won't let you in and marks you as absent.”
BUS1A

Remote format

Online

3 reviews

Medium confidence · Best fit for Effort For Reward

and support, but still describe the material as effort-heavy.

Main concern

Missing lectures or falling behind makes the online class much harder.

What students said

“ and he goes over examples that are directly related to the homework and exams.”
BUS1A
“Tough subjects, but understand.”
BUS1B
“If you put in the effort, he'll get you there.”
BUS1A

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

, but they do not clearly prove open-book, webcam, Lockdown Browser, or proctoring rules.

Test HeavyHard ExamsPop QuizzesHomework-Based Exams

Assessment risk

Standard

45/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

, and exams based on class notes or homework, but do not clearly prove closed-book rules.

Hard ExamsPop QuizzesHomework-Based Tests
“Tough class as the .”
BUS1A
“The your notes as a real tool to study from.”
BUS1A
“Be on time otherwise wont let you in! .”
BUS1A

Online

and homework, but do not clearly prove webcam, proctoring, open-book, or Lockdown Browser policies.

Lecture-Based ExamsHomework-Related Exams
“ and he goes over examples that are directly related to the homework and exams.”
BUS1A

Student evidence

See what students actually said.

Top student voice

“If you don't want to learn, play around and wait for an easy A. . Period.”

Voice snapshots generated from 50 reviews, highlighting key themes in , and attendance. Credibility rating: High.

🎯 Teaching Quality

78/100

“He makes lectures entertaining something that's really appreciated, defiantly won't fall asleep in his class.”

📚 Workload Reality

24/100

“The , but it is also similar to the tests.”

⚖️ Grade Difficulty

38/100

“Easy C, tough A.”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • Prof. Lau is hands down the life.
  • He makes complex accounting terms very simple to understand and gives many examples.
  • Professor was good at talking but he failed to get the .

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty & Grades

  • Easy C, tough A.
  • Tough class as the .
  • Professor Lau knows accounting really good, but and and confusing.

Theme 3

⏰

  • YOU MUST ATTEND CLASS. HE WILL DROP YOU AFTER 3 MISSED CLASS SESSIONS.
  • Don't be late because he locks the door after class starts and won't let you in and marks you as absent.
  • and takes at least 6 hours to do .

Data context

See exactly what the AI read.

Analysis sample

50

Recent reviews read by the AI

88

Lifetime ratings

92/100

Evidence confidence

The 50 reviews span many years, include detailed comments, and show consistent patterns , and attendance.

Inside 50 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 556
4 out of 513
3 out of 57
2 out of 53
1 out of 59

Course coverage

BUS1A36 reviews
BUS1B9 reviews
ACCT1A3 reviews
BUS12 reviews

Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

35 reported outcomes

A range

12

A+ 5 · A 7

B range

12

B+ 3 · B 7 · B- 2

C range

0

No reported values

D range

3

D 3

F

0

No reported values

No letter grade reported

8

Drop/Withdrawal 4 · Not sure yet 2 · Rather not say 2