Chief Executive or Managing Director – ANZSCO 111111

Chief Executive or Managing Director (ANZSCO 111111) is a skill level 1 occupation assessed by IML for Australian skilled migration. It is on the MLTSSL, CSOL lists and can be used for subclass 482, subclass 186, subclass 494, subclass 407.

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Quick facts

ANZSCO code: 111111
Skill level: 1 – Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience.
Assessing authority: IML
Occupation lists: MLTSSL, CSOL
English test for skills assessment: Check with the authority
ANZSCO unit group: 1111 Chief Executives and Managing Directors

Caveats apply to this occupation for some visas (for example minimum salary, business size or excluded positions). Check the caveat notes on the Home Affairs occupation list.

Chief Executive or Managing Director job description and duties

Determines, formulates and reviews the general policy program and the overall direction of an organisation within the framework established by a board of directors or similar governing body.

Also known as: Chief Executive Officer

Specialisations: Director-General, Executive Director, Secretary (Government Department)

Tasks include

Determining objectives, strategies, policies and programs for organisations
Providing overall direction and management to organisations
Authorising material, human and financial resources to implement organisational policies and programs
Monitoring and evaluating performance of organisations against organisational objectives and strategies
Consulting with senior subordinate staff and reviewing recommendations and reports
Preparing, or arranging for the preparation of, reports, budgets and forecasts and presenting them to governing bodies
Representing the organisation at official occasions, in negotiations, at conventions, seminars, public hearings and forums, and liaising between areas of responsibility
Selecting, or approving the selection of senior staff
Ensuring the organisation complies with company laws and other relevant legislation

Education and skill level

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Visa options for Chief Executive or Managing Director

Eligible means the occupation is on a list the visa accepts. You still need to meet every other requirement.

Subclass 189 Skilled Independent: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL)
Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional – State/Territory nominated: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)
Subclass 491F Skilled Work Regional – Family sponsored: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate – Post-Vocational Education Work: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
Subclass 482 Skills in Demand – Core Skills stream: Eligible (via CSOL)
Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme – Direct Entry: Eligible (via CSOL)
Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional – Employer sponsored: Eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)
Subclass 407 Training visa: Eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)

State and territory nomination for Chief Executive or Managing Director

This occupation is not on the federal lists for the 190 or 491 visas, so no state or territory can nominate it. Employer-sponsored visas may still apply.

Skills assessment for Chief Executive or Managing Director

This authority assesses whether your qualifications (and, for some occupations, registration or work experience) meet the Australian standard for this occupation. Requirements are set by the authority and approved by the Department of Home Affairs.

The process

Confirm the authority: Check that this body assesses your occupation for your visa.
Check criteria: Read the qualification, registration, experience and English requirements.
Prepare documents: Qualifications, transcripts, ID and any registration or employment evidence.
Apply and pay: Lodge with the authority, usually online.
Outcome: Use your outcome letter for your EOI and visa.

What you need for this occupation

IML sets the criteria for this occupation. Requirements usually cover qualification level and field, any registration or licence, and in some cases work experience and English.

Documents checklist

Passport
Qualification certificates and full transcripts
Registration or licence evidence (if applicable)
Employment references (if applicable)
English test results (if required)

English language requirement

For the IML skills assessment

IML sets its own English rule for this occupation. Many professional and registration bodies ask for IELTS Academic 7 or equivalent, so check before you book a test.

For the visa (189, 190 and 491)

Separately, the visa needs at least Competent English. Minimum scores for tests taken on or after 7 August 2025:

IELTS (Academic or General): Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0
PTE Academic: Listening 47, Reading 48, Writing 51, Speaking 54
TOEFL iBT: Listening 16, Reading 16, Writing 19, Speaking 19
OET: Listening 290, Reading 310, Writing 290, Speaking 330

Proficient English adds 10 points and Superior English adds 20 points in the points test.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ANZSCO code for Chief Executive or Managing Director?

The ANZSCO code for Chief Executive or Managing Director is 111111. It is a skill level 1 occupation.

Who assesses Chief Executive or Managing Director for Australian migration?

Chief Executive or Managing Director is assessed by IML. You need a positive skills assessment before you can apply for most skilled visas.

Which Australian visas can a Chief Executive or Managing Director apply for?

Chief Executive or Managing Director is on the MLTSSL, CSOL lists, so it can be used for: 482 Skills in Demand – Core Skills stream; 186 Employer Nomination Scheme – Direct Entry; 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional – Employer sponsored; 407 Training visa. You must still meet every other visa requirement.

Do I need an English test for the Chief Executive or Managing Director skills assessment?

IML sets its own English rule; check its website. The visa itself needs at least Competent English (for example IELTS 6 in each band).

Sources: Australian Bureau of Statistics ANZSCO 2022 (CC BY 4.0), Department of Home Affairs skilled occupation lists, IML and state and territory nomination pages. Checked November 2026. General information only, not migration advice. Search all ANZSCO occupations.