Chris Lawson

Chris Lawson is a Senior Lecturer and Academic Course Director at the Centre for Customs and Excise Studies, Charles Sturt University, where he joined in 2021. With over 39 years of professional experience in customs and border management, he has implemented reform projects across Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Bulgaria, Jordan, Lithuania, Pakistan, Somalia, and Ukraine.

Education

• MIRA
• MICLA
• Graduate Diploma
• Graduate Certificate in CCES

Research Interests

His expertise centers on customs modernization, organizational capacity building, and risk management systems. Lawson specializes in developing compliance frameworks, standard operating procedures, and border post rehabilitation strategies. His work integrates training needs analysis with practical implementation of customs procedures, emphasizing anti-smuggling techniques, post-clearance audit systems, and leadership development for border agencies.

Professional Contributions

As Principal Consultant for CCES, he designs and delivers specialized training programs including examination protocols, import/export compliance, and risk assessment methodologies. He currently teaches the Master in Customs Administration and Bachelor in Border Management courses, translating field experience into academic curriculum development.