Every project tells a story

From the first edition to the latest release

The Art of Project Management: A Story about Work and Passion presents project management through a unique blend of storytelling, practical insights and real-world experiences. Rather than focusing solely on methods and techniques, the book explores the human side of projects, showing how leadership, decision-making, teamwork and passion contribute to project success.

Since its first publication in 2013, The Art of Project Management: A Story about Work and Passion has evolved alongside new experiences as a researcher, teacher, consultant and project manager. Each new edition reflects lessons learned from real projects, new ideas from research and feedback from readers around the world.

Every project tells a story. So does this book. Below, you can explore how the book has grown and changed over the years through its different editions.

7th Edition (May 2026) - available soon

Update of existing articles but also new articles on:

• Four new books available in the bookstore

• New stories on research and PhD journeys

• New collaborations across Europe and beyond

6th Edition (April 2021) (download)

Update of existing articles but also new articles on:

• New research on analytical project risk and control

• New summary article on research awards

• About e-learning and project data

5th Edition (January 2019)

Update of existing articles but also new articles on:

• Bookstore added

• New collaborations and research projects

• From London to Beijing, and then to Xi'an

4th Edition (January 2017)

Update of existing articles but also new articles on:

• Inspirational trips for writing books and case studies

• Education at UCL School of Management, MundoPM and Academy of Osteopathy

• New research and new software tools (in MS Excel)

3rd Edition (May 2015)

Update of existing articles but also new articles on:

• Collaborations with José Coelho and INESC TEC and introduction of "PSG Extended"

• Teaching at Peking University, University College London and Vlerick Business School

• New article on the academic peer review process

2nd Edition (April 2014)

Update of existing articles but also new articles on:

• Collaborations with Walt Lipke, EVM Europe and College of Performance Management

• Introduction of the ORASTalks app and the new bookstore

• Blended learning and teaching abroad

1st Edition (March 2013)

Summary book on the work done at OR-AS and Ghent University:

• Overview chapters on OR-AS products and collaborations

• Summary chapters on PM research and teaching

• ... but also, chapters about friendship, passion and future ideas