Masterclasses

The BEI offers condensed masterclasses for very busy careerists who need expertise on domain-specific issues. The masterclass format is a concise summary of 4-5 sessions delivered over a 3-hour period, which includes key issues, trends, challenges and possible approaches to addressing those challenges. The masterclasses offer topic-specific takeaways and short exercises, modelled to ensure knowledge retention.

Upcoming Masterclasses

Real-Time Data for Better Global Intelligence

National Security Masterclass Series 2025/1

Foreign Interference:
The Inquiry Report and Future Threats

Arctic Security and Canadian Defence Policy

The Trump Doctrine And The Future Of Canada’s Alliance Relationships

Additional courses to be offered in the future

Strategic Planning and Policy Analysis

A New National Security Strategy for Canada

Space: The New Frontier of National Security

Does Canada Need a Foreign Intelligence Service?

Performance Management and Accountability

International Migration: Realities and Governance

Insider Threats

Unlocking Responsible AI Innovation and Managing Risks in the Rapidly Changing Legal and Policy Landscape

Responsibly Navigating AI Data Challenge to Unlock Innovation and Manage Risks

Technology Governance: An Overview

Leveraging the Data Explosion for the Public Interest

Strengthening National Security Legislation

Understanding the Five Eyes and Canada's Role