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      Coursedog

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      Coursedog Reviews

      4.1

      75% would recommend to a friend

      (39 total reviews)

      Justin Wenig

      90% approve of CEO

      70% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.1

      Diversity and inclusion

      4.0

      Compensation and benefits

      3.9

      Work/Life balance

      3.8

      Culture and values

      3.7

      Senior management

      3.7

      Career opportunities

      Coursedog has an employee rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 39 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Coursedog employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

      Reviews by job title

      39 reviews
      1.0
      5 June 2026

      A Company Running on Heroics Instead of Systems

      Account manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Working with brilliant partners within Higher Education.

      Cons

      Coursedog is attempting to solve a genuinely difficult problem in higher education, and the software itself is powerful. The challenge is that realizing the platform's value requires significant institutional change management, cross-functional coordination, and long-term stakeholder buy-in. Many higher education institutions struggle with these prerequisites, which creates a difficult operating environment for both customers and employees. Given the complexity of implementation, I expected to see highly coordinated internal teams, clear ownership structures, interoperable systems, and consistent project management practices. Instead, I frequently observed critical operational processes being managed through Slack threads, unclear accountability across departments, competing priorities between teams, and recurring system-level issues being treated as individual performance problems. The company has talented people who care deeply about higher education, but the organization struggles with operational alignment. Communication between departments often feels fragmented, roles and responsibilities can be unclear, and employees are regularly asked to absorb the consequences of organizational inefficiencies. Work-life balance was also a significant concern. Extended workweeks were common, particularly when managing customer escalations, implementation challenges, or cross-functional coordination gaps. The pace may appeal to some employees, but prospective hires should understand that sustained 60-80+ hour weeks were expected.

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      Coursedog Response
      1w
      Thank you for taking the time to leave this feedback and for writing it with such specificity. The issues you've named (unclear ownership, cross-functional coordination gaps, operational processes living in Slack threads, workload expectations) are real, and we don't want to overlook them with a generic response. We've heard this feedback from others, and it's led to recent, concrete action. We recently stood up a centralized operations team specifically focused on the systemic gaps you're describing such as clearer ownership structures and more consistent processes across Sales, Implementation, Customer Success, and Support, and better visibility into customer health across teams. We're early in that work, and we won't pretend it's solved. But we're committed to building the operational infrastructure that matches the ambition of what we're trying to do in higher ed. If you're open to sharing more, we'd genuinely welcome the conversation. You can reach us at people@coursedog.com. Thank you again!
      5.0
      24 Apr 2026

      Great leadership and friendly environment with good pay

      Bdr
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Great leadership team, very friendly coworkers/environment, good product, good pay/benefits

      Cons

      None that I can think of

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      Coursedog Response
      1w
      Thank you for leaving a review! So glad to hear the positive feedback.
      5.0
      6 Apr 2026

      Coursedog: A Growth-Focused Company with a Culture that Fosters Resilience

      Project manager
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Over a year ago, I joined Coursedog with excitement, nerves, and a long list of things to learn. I couldn’t have predicted how impactful this chapter would be—but looking back now, I can confidently say it’s been one of the most rewarding professional experiences of my career. This growth was made possible by an incredible environment and culture: 💪🏽 Increased Encouragement: From day one, I felt supported — not just onboarded, but truly welcomed. Teammates made time to answer questions, leaders created space for growth, and feedback was always given with the intention of helping each other improve. That kind of environment makes a huge difference, and it became a catalyst for my career. 🎯 Leading by Example: What stood out most to me is how authentic our values are in practice. We don’t just talk about supporting higher education institutions — we genuinely care about helping them remove barriers for students. Between our virtual demos and proactive training material, there's a shared sense of purpose behind the work, and it shows up in our conversations, decisions, and the way we collaborate. 🚀 Empowerment to Own: Over the last year, I've seen a strong culture of ownership and trust — you’re encouraged to take the initiative and experiment. Having this autonomy and agency helped my self-confidence flourish, and allowed me to maintain my intellectual curiosity. 🌺 Gratitude: And, without a doubt, my favorite part is the gratitude shown to every member of the team. It’s woven into the culture — people acknowledge each other’s efforts, recognize hard work, and appreciate collaboration. It makes the fast-paced moments feel energizing instead of overwhelming. Most importantly, I’ve realized that growth isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being willing to learn, adapt, and consistently improve. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunities this past year has brought and excited to continue being challenged, to further develop my skillset, and to see what year two holds. Here’s to continuous growth! 🚀

      Cons

      Of course, this year also came with its challenges—tight deadlines, unexpected obstacles, and moments of self-doubt. But each one brought valuable lessons in resilience, adaptability, and collaboration. I’ve sharpened my skills, expanded my product knowledge, and learned the importance of leaning on those around me. There were moments where priorities shifted quickly, requiring me to stay flexible and recalibrate without losing momentum. Tight timelines pushed me to become more efficient and intentional with how I approached my work, while unexpected obstacles challenged me to think critically and problem-solve in real time. In those moments of uncertainty, I learned to rely not only on my own judgment but also on the insights and support of my team. Experiencing self-doubt at times also played an important role in my growth—it encouraged me to reflect, ask better questions, and ultimately build greater confidence in my abilities. I became more comfortable navigating ambiguity, communicating proactively, and turning challenges into opportunities to improve both my process and my mindset. Through it all, I’ve developed a stronger sense of resilience and a deeper appreciation for collaboration. These experiences didn’t just help me grow professionally—they reshaped how I approach challenges, making me more adaptable, resourceful, and confident moving forward.

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