11201

Professional occupations in business management consulting

TEER 1 — Usually require a university degree

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Business, finance & administration

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Definition

Professionals in business management consulting occupations provide services to management such as analyzing the structure, operations, managerial methods or functions of an organization in order to propose, plan and implement improvements. They are employed by management consulting firms and throughout the public and private sectors or are self-employed.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Analyze and provide advice on the managerial methods and organization of a public or private sector establishment
Conduct research to determine efficiency and effectiveness of managerial policies and programs
Conduct assessments and propose improvements to methods, systems and procedures in areas such as operations, human resources, records management, security management and communications
Conduct quality audits and develop quality management and quality assurance standards for ISO (International Organization for Standardization) registration
Provide guidance and support to businesses on regulatory policies and procedures; ensure internal compliance with regulatory requirements; and prepare submissions and filings with regulatory bodies
Plan the reorganization of the operations of an establishment
May supervise contracted researchers or clerical staff.

Example job titles

•business management consultant
•business methods analyst
•health information management consultant
•ISO consultant
•management analyst
•operations management senior consultant
•organization and methods researcher
•organizational analysis consultant

Overview

Under the official ESDC NOC 2021 classification, NOC 11201 encompasses professional occupations in business management consulting. Individuals in this TEER 1 category provide specialized services to analyze organizational structures, methods, systems, and procedures. Their primary role is to resolve operational problems, optimize business performance, conduct research, and advise on strategic planning and organizational restructuring. Common job titles include business consultant, management analyst, and organizational analyst.

To qualify for NOC 11201, candidates typically require a bachelor's degree or college diploma in business administration, commerce, or a closely related discipline. Some employers may require a master's degree (such as an MBA) or a Certified Management Consultant (CMC) designation. As a TEER 1 occupation, high-skilled professionals in this category are eligible for key Canadian immigration programs, including the Federal Skilled Worker Program under Express Entry and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP).

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.