Chris Lawler

Biography

Chris is a seasoned professional with over forty years of experience in managing projects, programs, and portfolios across diverse industries. She currently coordinates the Master of Project Management program at Southern Cross University Online. Her academic and professional qualifications are extensive, including a Ph.D., PfMP, and FGIA.

Research

Chris's Ph.D. research on corporate governance, focusing on strategic investment in project portfolios. Chris is pursuing further research in grounded theory and andragogy.

Community Engagement

Chris has profoundly impacted social and community services governance, serving on various Boards and recently becoming a Fellow with the Governance Institute of Australia. She maintains her relationship with the Project Management Institute, frequently volunteering for various roles.

Supervision

At Central Queensland University(CQU), Chris has supervised and supported masters students in project management research.

Teaching

With roles at multiple Australian universities, Chris is a renowned lecturer, especially in her role at Southern Cross University Online, where she develops future leaders in project management.

Other

Chris's ten-year leadership in nonprofit health sector governance and her global recognition as a Subject Matter Expert for PMI's Organizational Project Management standards underscore her expertise and influence in the field.