NOC 40011: Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration
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.
Official Main Duties for NOC 40011
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Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 40011
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration is categorized under TEER 0. Occupations in this tier typically require a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate) or substantial managerial tenure.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 40011.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $47.6 | $63.4/hr | $80.22 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $41.11/hr | $61.54/hr | $71.79/hr |
| Prince Edward Island → | $41.11/hr | $61.54/hr | $71.79/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $51.28/hr | $64.87/hr | $85.71/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $52.82/hr | $62.72/hr | $68.72/hr |
| Quebec → | $41.91/hr | $59.7/hr | $81.71/hr |
| Ontario → | $52.29/hr | $68.49/hr | $87.91/hr |
| Manitoba → | $42.38/hr | $57/hr | $66.67/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $37.1/hr | $59.84/hr | $81.48/hr |
| Alberta → | $46.15/hr | $63.86/hr | $85/hr |
| British Columbia → | $49.74/hr | $60.51/hr | $76.92/hr |
| Yukon → | — | $68.27/hr | — |
| Northwest Territories → | $54.17/hr | $74.6/hr | $96.26/hr |
| Nunavut → | $58.24/hr | $77.18/hr | $93.86/hr |
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- A bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, commerce or public administration is required.
- A master's degree in economics or a related field may be required.
- Several years of experience as an economist, economic development officer or socio-economic researcher are required.
Official Job Titles for NOC 40011
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Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
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- Business development officers and market researchers and analysts (See 41402 Business development officers and market researchers and analysts)View NOC 41402→
- Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts (See 41401 Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts)View NOC 41401→
- Financial managers (See 10010 Financial managers)View NOC 10010→
- Government managers - health and social policy development and program administration (See 40010 Government managers - health and social policy development and program administration)View NOC 40010→
- Labour policy analyst (See 41403 Social policy researchers, consultants and program officers)View NOC 41403→
- Policy and program researchers, consultants and officers (See 4140 Policy and program researchers, consultants and officers)
- Senior government managers and officials (See 00011 Senior government managers and officials)View NOC 00011→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 40011 (Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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