Executive NEMS will be delivered in person from June 8 to 13, 2026, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CST), at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. On Saturday, June 13, participants will be flown to a Cameco uranium mine site for a site visit. The program is designed as a focused, immersive experience that balances expert-led instruction with peer engagement and practical application.

Participants will engage in facilitated sessions, plenary discussions, interactive group work and case-based learning, with dedicated time built in for executive dialogue, questions and professional networking. All course materials will be provided electronically through the IAEA online learning platform, enabling participants to access resources before, during and after the program. A laptop or tablet is required.

Lunch and daily refreshments will be provided.

Program topics

Through applied learning including case studies, peer focused discussions, site visits and expert instruction, participants in Executive NEMS will strengthen their ability to lead, govern and make informed decisions across the nuclear energy lifecycle. Program topics include:

Nuclear safety and regulation

• Safety principles and culture
• Regulatory requirements and licensing
• Safety design, radiation protection, emergency preparedness and response
• Nuclear security, safeguards implementation and nuclear law

Executive leadership and decision-making

• Executive decision-making under high reliability
• Nuclear leadership and management for executives
• Risk management, risk communication and public trust
• Indigenous engagement, cultural safety and executive dialogue

Program development and infrastructure

• Workforce planning and knowledge management
• Megaproject governance and planning
• Energy planning tools, economics of nuclear power and project financing
• Contractor management, industrial capacity, supply chain and workforce readiness
• Nuclear technology overview and the nuclear value chain

Applied learning and engagement

• Case studies
• Site visits
• Peer exchange and mentorship

Who should attend

• Executive, senior and mid-level leaders and decision makers involved in nuclear policy, planning or program oversight.
• Senior and mid-level managers and decision-makers in government, regulatory bodies, utilities and nuclear operating organizations who oversee teams, programs or major files.
• Senior engineers, technical leads and operational managers in construction, manufacturing, supply chain and service organizations supporting nuclear projects.
• Project directors, program managers and senior technical specialists tasked with advancing nuclear initiatives or supporting organizational nuclear readiness.

• Relevant experience: Applicants should have relevant experience in areas related to nuclear energy, technology or related fields (e.g., government, regulatory bodies, research and development, academia, manufacturing, service and related social, legal, financial sectors, etc.). Candidates from other industries may also apply if they have recently transitioned or plan to transition to the nuclear sector.
• Education: A university degree in science, engineering, business administration, law or equivalent experience is preferred.
• Residency: Applicants must reside in Canada.
• Language: Proficiency in English is required.
• Past participants of Canadian National Nuclear Energy Management School(s) are welcome to apply.

Step 3: Optional training

OPTIONAL: For those who are interested in expanding their knowledge, after submitting your application and fee, you’ll receive an enrollment key for an optional IAEA preliminary course, a self-paced course covering nuclear energy fundamentals.  

The training course is optional and will not impact selection criteria.

Step 4: Notification of acceptance

Selection criteria
Participants will be selected based on:

• Applicants will be assessed on their professional background, educational qualifications, motivation for Executive NEMS and overall knowledge of the nuclear energy field.
• Considerations for EDI and geographical diversity.

Notification of acceptance
Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status by April 1, 2026.

Thanks to the generous support of the program sponsors, there are no program fees for the Executive NEMS program. All course materials are part of the program.

• Participants are responsible for lodging.
  • A hotel block is available at the Staybridge Suites Saskatoon-University (complimentary breakfast included)
• Participants are responsible for travel costs
• Participants are responsible for meal plans (breakfast and dinner)

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