COMM 220 – Analysis of Markets — can be tough
For many student, COMM 220, Analysis of Markets, is one of the toughest courses in theJMSB core program, which is why our COMM 220 tutoring is so popular. With these 7 tips, though, you can significantly improve your chances of success, especially if you get started early.
`1. Do the practice examples
COMM 220 is all about application, especially when it comes to the exams. The best way to be able to solve exam problems quickly and correctly is by getting lots of practice. Be sure to complete all of the examples at the end of every chapter in the textbook, as well as any examples that the professor gives out. And avoid the temptation of skipping ahead to the answer if you get stuck – working through the example on your own is the best way to learn.
2. Learn everything in order
COMM 220 is a course that builds on itself. In order to understand concepts like producer and consumer surplus, for example, it’s essential to first understand things like supply and demand. Make sure that you’re staying up to date with the course material from the very start so that you don’t have to cram at the end. And if you are in a situation where you have to catch up, make sure you do it sequentially.
3. Explain the concepts to a friend
Many of the COMM 220 concepts can be difficult to understand. One of the best ways of being sure that you understand them is by being able to explain them to a friend. Get together in study groups if you can and walk a friend through ideas like the labor market, bond market and money market to be sure you understand them as well as you think you do.
4. Do Practice Exams
One of the hardest things about the COMM 220 midterms and final is the amount of time given. There are a lot of questions and not a lot of time to get through them. Doing practice exams and timing yourself is a great way to make sure that you not only have the knowledge, but also the timing and rhythm necessary to succeed. It’s also a great way to build confidence and steady the nerves before the exam, which you’ll need, especially if you get stuck on a question.
5. Get Help!
This is one class where I’d say the majority of students you really benefit from COMM 220 tutoring. John Molson offers it’s own tutoring sessions, which I encourage everyone to take advantage of. Getting extra help is also usually a great idea, though, whether it’s a group session or 1-0n-1 session where you can directly identify and address any gaps in your knowledge. Plus, tutors will have access to even more practice examples and can show you the best ways to tackles them, as well as what to look out for on the exam.
COMM 220 can be a tough course, but there’s no reason to make it tougher than it needs to be by waiting until the last minute for tutoring.
With these tips, you should be able to stay on top of the COMM 220 material and succeed on the midterms and the final. Even if you don’t do too great on the first midterm- don’t worry! That’s actually very common, and many students still end up doing well. Contact us any time to schedule 1-on-1 or group COMM 220 tutoring sessions, and we’ll be happy to help.
