Providing future-orientated professional training in the areas of Policy, Governance and Technology.

The Balsillie Executive Institute (BEI) supports career-focused objectives across various specialized areas within the wider realms of international public policy and global governance.

Situated at the heart of Waterloo’s intellectual square mile, the BEI’s commitment to the delivery of current knowledge and future trends, combined with the latest relevant skill sets in particular sectors, offers an unrivalled and truly unique experience.

The BEI’s suite of courses and masterclasses offer a dynamic and engaging delivery led by experts at the height of critical and intersectional research. This research-informed approach to practical training ensures that participants are exposed to the expertise of our range of affiliated research partners.

2025 Offerings

Demystifying Artificial Intelligence April 4, 2025 - Bespoke
(closed group)
Foreign Interference: The Inquiry Report and Future Threats April 14, 2025 $ 425 Masterclass
Executive Certificate in Governance and Innovation in the Age of Intangibles May 5 - June 6, 2025 $ 2,750 Executive Certificate
Productivity and Prosperity in the Age of Intangibles May 5-9, 2025 $ 625 Course
Arctic Security and Canadian Defence Policy May 12, 2025 $ 425 Masterclass
Leadership in Digital Governance May 12-16, 2025 $ 625 Course
Building Digital Foundations May 19-23, 2025 $ 625 Course
The Trump Doctrine And The Future Of Canada’s Alliance Relationships May 26, 2025 $ 425 Masterclass
Digital Risk Management and Cybersecurity May 26-30, 2025 $ 625 Course
Digital Auditing and Accountability June 2-6, 2025 $ 625 Course
Digital Governance: Frameworks and Principles May 19-23, 2025 $ 625 Course
Digital Policy Management May 26-30, 2025 $ 625 Course
Organizational Transformation June 2-6, 2025 $ 625 Course
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The Balsillie Executive Institute is a subsidiary of the Balsillie School of International Affairs