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Requirements for Upper Division

To prepare you for success in upper division, you’ll take classes in a variety of subjects. These courses make up your Management Admissions Index (MAI) or Economics Admissions Index (EAI). Before you can enroll in upper division courses (300 or higher level Economics or Management courses), you’ll need to complete your MAI or EAI and meet the below requirements outlined for your major.

Once you’re ready for upper division, you’ll need to apply to have your MAI or EAI reviewed through our Upper Division Review.

For information about our retake and transfer credit policies, please visit our advising policies.

Have questions about your requirements? Contact your advisor

Economics Admission Index (EAI)

Required Courses (5)

  • Written Communication
  • Oral Communication
  • Applied Calculus I — MA 16010 or MA 16100 or MA 16500
  • Microeconomics — ECON 25100
  • Macroeconomics — ECON 25200

GPA & Grade Requirements

  • EAI GPA: must be 2.75 or higher
  • Cumulative GPA: must be 2.50 or higher
  • Must earn a C- or better in EAI courses and any ECON courses

Management Admission Index (MAI)

Required Courses (5)

  • Written Communication
  • Oral Communication
  • Applied Calculus I — MA 16010 or MA 16100 or MA 16500
  • Microeconomics — ECON 25100
  • Introductory Accounting — MGMT 20000

GPA & Grade Requirements

  • MAI GPA: must be 3.00 or higher
  • Cumulative GPA: must be 2.50 or higher
  • Must earn a C- or better in MAI courses and any MGMT, ECON, or OBHR courses