This comprehensive training programme provides an international educational experience for future leaders and managers of nuclear energy programmes in both newcomer countries and those with established programmes. It provides knowledge on a wide range of issues and challenges associated with peaceful uses of nuclear technology as well as a unique opportunity for worldwide networking among future professionals in the area of nuclear energy.

The School programme offers expert lectures focused on the fundamentals of nuclear energy, nuclear power technologies, nuclear fuel cycle, nuclear safety, nuclear security, nuclear safeguards, radiation control and public acceptance. Participants will learn about the economics of nuclear power, energy policy and energy planning, legal aspects, knowledge management, human resource management and stakeholder involvement. They will also have an opportunity to visit Nuclear Power Plant and training facilities.

The South Africa-IAEA Nuclear Energy Management School is organized by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in cooperation with the University of the Witwatersrand, and in association with the Department of Energy of South Africa, the National Nuclear Regulator, the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (NECSA), Eskom, the South African Network for Nuclear Education Science and Technology (SAN-NEST) and the African Network for Nuclear Education, Science and Technology (AFRA-NEST).

The NEM School will be hosted at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.