Purpose: To prepare project managers for the human aspects of project work using a new classroom-based approach to foster abilities in collective sensemaking. Design/methodology/approach: The authors developed an approach for fostering collective sensemaking abilities through three class...

By resisting the temptation to “sanitize” project management education, we show how embracing unpredictability and authenticity can enhance learning. In response to COVID-19 restrictions, we moved an interactive role-play online and explored the resultant learning through analysis of student...