Information systems business analyst NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for information systems business analyst.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for information systems business analyst is 21221 (Business systems specialists), 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
21221
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 21221 covers
Business systems specialists perform detailed system tests, produce reports and develop new system architectures. They must also identify the strategic objectives of a company and translate these objectives into achievable tasks for an organization's information technology department. They are employed in information technology consulting firms and in information technology units throughout the public and private sectors.
| Unit group | 21221 — Business systems specialists |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Natural and applied sciences and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Confer with clients to identify and document requirements
- Analyze information systems processes, and propose customized solutions to improve performance and efficiency
- Design, develop, integrate, test and implement information systems business solutions
- Provide advice on information systems strategy, policy, management, security and service delivery
- Act as a liaison between the business units, technology teams and support teams
- Conduct tests to ensure the reliability, accuracy, and functionality of system changes and enhancements
To use NOC 21221 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 21221 →
Other job titles under NOC 21221
- Business systems analyst
- Business systems consultant
- Business systems specialist - computer systems
- Information technology (IT) business analyst
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 21221, one of these may fit better:
- Accounts information clerk — NOC 64409 (Other customer and information services representatives, TEER 4)
- Aerospace systems engineer — NOC 21390 (Aerospace engineers, TEER 1)
- Air weapons systems technician — NOC 42102 (Specialized members of the Canadian Armed Forces, TEER 2)
- Brake systems mechanic — NOC 72410 (Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers, TEER 2)
- Building systems technician — NOC 92100 (Power engineers and power systems operators, TEER 2)
- Bus information clerk — NOC 64409 (Other customer and information services representatives, TEER 4)
- Business association president — NOC 00013 (Senior managers - health, education, social and community services and membership organizations, TEER 0)
- Business development officer — NOC 41402 (Business development officers and market researchers and analysts, TEER 1)
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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 information systems business analyst?+
In NOC 2021, "information systems business analyst" is an example title in unit group 21221 — Business systems specialists. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Natural and applied sciences and related occupations" broad category.
Is information systems business analyst eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 21221 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 information systems business analyst get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 21221 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 information systems business analyst get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 21221 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 information systems business analyst 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 21221. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.