Department overview

The department was established in January 2023, and works to drive economic development across Victoria.

We deliver significant policies and programs that

  • support industries and businesses to grow
  • create jobs and opportunities
  • attract investment and visitors, and
  • enrich communities across the state.

Policy framework

Learn about the policies administered by the department, including protected disclosures and Aboriginal inclusion.

Strategic plan

Read our department's strategic plan, which outlines how we'll foster economic development and create opportunities for growth.

Our ministers and parliamentary secretaries

View the department's ministers and parliamentary secretaries, covering portfolios such as creative industries, employment and regional development.

Our secretary

Read about the department's secretary, Matt Carrick.

Organisation structure

See an overview of the department's structure, including the functions and contributions of each group.

Responsibilities and functions

Find out more about the department's emergency functions in the areas of small business, tourism, economic recovery and food and grocery supply logistics

Advisory bodies

Discover which ministerial advisory bodies report in to the department.

Grants, awards and scholarships

Apply for a grant, award or scholarship in areas including creative industries, regional development, small business and trade.

Consultations

View the list of public consultations conducted by the department, which address issues in areas such as animal welfare, industrial relations and small business regulation.

Tenders, quotes and contracts

Learn about the Victorian Government Tenders System and view a list of the department's current tenders and contracts.

Strategies and initiatives

Discover the range of the department's strategies, programs and projects.

The economic assessment information portal

This Information Portal provides easy access to guidance on how to undertake an economic assessment for Victorian government departments, agencies and local government.