NOC 40011Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration

TEER 0 — Management occupations

NOC 40011 is the Canadian National Occupational Classification code for Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration. It is classified TEER 0 — Management occupations, which meets the skill requirement for Express Entry. An officer decides whether you can claim this code by comparing the duties written in your reference letter against the official main duties below — not by your job title.

Express Entry eligible: Yes
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Education, law, social & government services

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Definition

Government managers in economic analysis, policy development and program administration plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate economic policy, research and programs in areas of government activity such as taxation, international trade, labour markets, transportation or agriculture. They also plan and direct policies and programs to promote industrial and commercial business development in urban and rural areas. They are employed by all levels of government.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the development of economic policy research projects and economic programs
Participate in the development of departmental policies by providing advice to senior government managers
Organize departmental unit and establish procedures to meet departmental objectives set by senior management
Direct and advise economists and other professional staff who conduct economic research, prepare reports or administer programs in areas of government activity such as taxation, international trade, labour, transportation or agriculture
Direct and advise economic development officers or other staff administering programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in urban or rural areas
Plan, administer and control research and administration budgets for projects, support services, equipment or supplies
Organize and direct committees evaluating departmental or agency projects or programs
Interview, hire and oversee training and professional development.

Example job titles

•border services manager
•business development director - government services
•customs manager - government services
•economic analysis chief - government services
•economic development director - government services
•economic policy analysis director - government services
•energy market analysis director - government services
•excise tax programs director - government services

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Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, NOC 40011 covers government managers specializing in economic analysis, policy development, and program administration. These highly skilled professionals are classified under TEER 0, representing management occupations. Individuals in this role plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the development of economic policy, financial and fiscal analysis, or the administration of social and economic programs within municipal, provincial, territorial, or federal government departments and agencies.

To qualify for Canadian immigration pathways such as the Express Entry Federal Skilled Worker Program or various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) under NOC 40011, candidates must satisfy specific educational and professional benchmarks. Employment requirements typically include a bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, public administration, or a related discipline, combined with several years of experience as an economist, economic policy analyst, or research officer. Aligning your foreign or Canadian work experience with the official Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) occupational framework is essential for a successful application.

Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.

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Frequently asked questions

Is NOC 40011 eligible for Express Entry?

Yes — Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration is TEER 0, and TEER 0–3 occupations meet the skill-level requirement for Express Entry programs such as the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. Full eligibility also depends on your work experience, language results and other program criteria.

What education or training does NOC 40011 usually require?

Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration is classified as TEER 0 — Management occupations. Always confirm the exact employment requirements on the official NOC profile before relying on them.

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