The role was renamed Minister for Business, Enterprise, Technology and Science during Edwina Hart's tenure in office from 2011 to 2016.

[4] The post adopted the previous title of Economy Minister under Hart's successor, Ken Skates.

[9] The Department for Economy and Transport's stated objectives were to:[2] The Minister was responsible for supporting businesses in Wales, including growth and development, inward investment, provision of premises, commercial and industrial environmental improvements, and exports.

[3] Policy for the allocation of European Union Structural Funds in Wales, and its administration, was in the remit of the Minister.

[11] James Price, as acting Director General, Economy and Transport was the senior civil servant responsible for the department.