Dr. Patrice Gaillardetz

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Biography

Patrice Gaillardetz obtained his Ph.D. in Statistics from the University of Toronto in 2006. Since then, he has been a member of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Concordia University, where he serves as the Director of the Actuarial Mathematics program and has been the co-op director for twelve years. He is also affiliated with the Quantact Centre for Mathematical Research. Gaillardetz's research interests primarily focus on Actuarial Science and Risk Theory, particularly in the pricing and hedging of financial guarantees embedded in insurance products. He has published several articles in reputable journals, including Insurance: Mathematics and Economics, the North American Actuarial Journal, and the Journal of Risk and Insurance. Over his career, he has received grants from various institutions such as NSERC, FQRNT, IFSID, CIA, and SoA, further highlighting his contribution to the field of statistics and actuarial science.

Research Interests

Courses

ACTU 257 Actuarial Mathematics ACTU 357 Actuarial Mathematics II

Requirements for Concordia University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in cinematic arts or equivalent proficiency
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema; focuses on cinematic arts practice and research-creation.