Financial economist NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for financial economist.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for financial economist is 41401 (Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 2): +40 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer.
NOC code
41401
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 41401 covers
Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts conduct research, monitor data, analyze information and prepare reports and plans to resolve economic and business problems and develop models to analyze, explain and forecast economic behaviour and patterns. They advise on matters such as finance, fiscal and monetary policy, international trade, agricultural and natural resource commodities and labour and industrial markets. They are employed by government departments and agencies and throughout the private sector in associations, unions, research organizations, banks and investment firms.
| Unit group | 41401 — Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Conduct research and develop models to analyze, explain and forecast economic behaviour and patterns, and devise methods for collection and analysis of data
- Forecast production and consumption of specific products and services based on records of past production and consumption and general economic and industry-specific conditions
- Prepare forecasts of income and expenditure, interest rates and exchange rates
- Analyze factors which determine economic growth and advise government agencies on policies to increase economic activities
- Analyze factors which determine labour force participation, employment, wages, unemployment and other labour market outcomes
- Study mathematical formulae and statistical techniques and apply them to the testing and quantifying of economic theories and the solution of economic problems
To use NOC 41401 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 41401 →
Other job titles under NOC 41401
- Agricultural economist
- Economic advisor
- Economic analyst
- Economic policy analyst
- Economist
- Energy economist
- Industrial economist
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 41401, one of these may fit better:
- Chartered financial analyst — NOC 11101 (Financial and investment analysts, TEER 1)
- Financial administrator — NOC 10010 (Financial managers, TEER 0)
- Financial advisor — NOC 11102 (Financial advisors, TEER 1)
- Financial analyst — NOC 11101 (Financial and investment analysts, TEER 1)
- Financial auditor — NOC 11100 (Financial auditors and accountants, TEER 1)
- Financial brokerage manager — NOC 10020 (Insurance, real estate and financial brokerage managers, TEER 0)
- Financial consultant — NOC 11102 (Financial advisors, TEER 1)
- Financial control manager — NOC 10010 (Financial managers, TEER 0)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for financial economist?+
In NOC 2021, "financial economist" is an example title in unit group 41401 — Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is financial economist eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 41401 is TEER 1, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does financial economist get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 41401 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 2. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 40 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 70 (whichever is higher).
Can a financial economist get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 41401 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says financial economist but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 41401. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.