Dr. Patrik Marier

Professor

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Biography

Patrik Marier obtained his Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh. He currently holds the position of Professor at Concordia University in the field of Social Gerontology. His academic career has included roles such as Canada Research Chair in Comparative Public Policy from 2005 to 2015 and Concordia University Research Chair in Aging Public Policy from 2015 to 2020. His research crosses the domains of social gerontology and public policy, focusing on the implications of an aging population on various policy fields including pensions, healthcare, and labor policy. Marier authored 'The Four Lenses of Population Aging,' a comprehensive study on how Canadian provinces can prepare for the opportunities and challenges presented by an aging population. He oversees CREGÉS, a university research center dedicated to social gerontology located within the Integrated Health and Social Services University Network for West-Central Montreal, which fosters innovative research practices. He is also affiliated with CIRANO and involved in various research grants aimed at enhancing the understanding and support of marginalized older adults in Quebec.

Research Interests

Courses

POLI 330 Principles of Public Administration POLI 487 Scandinavian Politics POLI 604 Comparative Public Policy POLI 607/815B Aging Public Policy POLI 622 Comparative Public Administration POLI 636/805 Theories of Public Policy and Public Administration

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.