Nicholas (Nick) Pawsey

Dr Nicholas (Nick) Pawsey is a Senior Lecturer in Accounting at Charles Sturt University (CSU), Albury campus, within the School of Business. He joined CSU in 2016 after serving as Academic Coordinator at La Trobe Business School and Lecturer in Accounting at CSU Bathurst. His expertise lies at the intersection of accounting, sustainability, and public policy.

Education:

• Doctor of Philosophy (Accounting), Charles Sturt University (2008–2013)
• Bachelor of Accounting, Charles Sturt University (2000–2002)

Research Interests:

Dr Pawsey’s research spans four key areas: international accounting convergence, water policy and management, public sector accounting, and accounting education. His work often integrates sustainability themes, aligning with global SDGs and contributing to policy development in Australia and Southeast Asia.

Research Trends:

Recent publications reflect a growing focus on environmental and resource accounting, particularly in the context of water governance and soil stewardship. His 2025 and 2024 outputs emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, combining accounting frameworks with environmental policy and community-based natural resource management in Southeast Asia.

Scientific Awards:

• 2015 Team Teaching Award, La Trobe University (with Dr Sarah Yang-Spencer)
• 2007 Team Excellence in Teaching Award, Faculty of Business, Charles Sturt University

Grants & Projects:

• Promoting Internationalisation and Cross-Cultural Competency through Online Collaboration (La Trobe Learning and Teaching)
• Improving students' learning experience in ADD2CAD (La Trobe University)
• Development of Flexible Learning Resources and the Promotion of Active Learning in Third Year Accounting Subjects (La Trobe University)

Labs & Teams:

Dr Pawsey is associated with the Gulbali Research Institute and the Inland Fisheries Research Group at CSU. He collaborates across disciplines and institutions, including partnerships in Southeast Asia focused on fisheries and water resource management.