ARCH403 Management in Architecture
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Architecture
Adnan Zoranić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course will provide students with the sound view of project management, the relationship between project management and architectural design, management and follows up of construction project, way it matters and how to achieve the best practice in the field of management in architecture. It will introduce different project phases and activities necessary for successful project completion. Students will understand the significance of the project management and its relation to design and construction process and the roles of the different participants in the construction project life cycle.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
"Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; Architectural Practice Simplified: A Survival Guide and Checklists for Building Construction and A16Site Improvements as well as Tips on Architecture, Building Design, Construction and Project Management, Gang Chen, 2009
Additional Literature
-Teaching Methods
Lectures with examples and class discussionss
Individual and team work; in-class activities.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Management in Architecture. | N/A |
| 2 | What is a project and project management? What is a role of Project manager, duties and responsibilities? Purpose of Project Management | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; |
| 3 | Project phases and project life cycle. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; |
| 4 | Project stakeholders. Project management goals and objectives. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; |
| 5 | Project processes. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; |
| 6 | Bill of Quantities. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; Architectural Practice Simplified: A Survival Guide and Checklists for Building Construction and A16Site Improvements as well as Tips on Architecture, Building Design, Construction and Project Management, Gang Chen, 2009 |
| 7 | Bill of Quantities. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; Architectural Practice Simplified: A Survival Guide and Checklists for Building Construction and A16Site Improvements as well as Tips on Architecture, Building Design, Construction and Project Management, Gang Chen, 2009 |
| 8 | Mid-term exam. | N/A |
| 9 | Risk management. Bar Chart. Bill of Quantities. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; |
| 10 | Clients and Contracts. Managing design development. | Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; |
| 11 | Construction documents. Cost estimates. Design budget control. Construction cost control. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; |
| 12 | Managing procurement process (design/supervision services).Managing procurement process (works). | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; |
| 13 | Project execution: project team management, client management, quality management. | Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; |
| 14 | Mid-term project submissions and presentations. | N/A |
| 15 | Mid-term project presentations. | N/A |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH403.1 | Course | Monday 13:00 - 14:50 | A F3.7 - Small Architecture Studio & A F3.8 - Big Architecture Studio | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 11:00 | A F3.13 | |
| Thursday | 12:00 - 15:00 | A F3.13 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Mid-term Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Mid-term project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Activity/Progress
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 4 ECTS credit course corresponds to 100 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
7 hours ⏳ (7 week × 1 h)
Home study and work
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Mid-term project presentation
4 hours ⏳ (2 week × 2 h)
In-term exams/projects
18 hours ⏳ (3 week × 6 h)
Final exam
24 hours ⏳ (4 week × 6 h)
Active tutorials
7 hours ⏳ (7 week × 1 h)
Active tutorials
6 hours ⏳ (2 week × 3 h)
Lecture hours
6 hours ⏳ (2 week × 3 h)
100 Total Workload Hours
4 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ARCH403] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ARCH403 | Management in Architecture | 1 | 1 | 4 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Adnan Zoranić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Wednesday: 9:00-11:00 Thursday: 12:00-15:00 |
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| azoranic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | - | Assistant E-mail | azoranic@ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | The course will provide students with the sound view of project management, the relationship between project management and architectural design, management and follows up of construction project, way it matters and how to achieve the best practice in the field of management in architecture. It will introduce different project phases and activities necessary for successful project completion. Students will understand the significance of the project management and its relation to design and construction process and the roles of the different participants in the construction project life cycle. | |||||||||
| Textbook | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; Architectural Practice Simplified: A Survival Guide and Checklists for Building Construction and A16Site Improvements as well as Tips on Architecture, Building Design, Construction and Project Management, Gang Chen, 2009 | |||||||||
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lectures with examples and class discussionss, individual and team work; in-class activities. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to Management in Architecture. | N/A | ||||||||
| Week 2 | What is a project and project management? What is a role of Project manager, duties and responsibilities? Purpose of Project Management | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Project phases and project life cycle. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Project stakeholders. Project management goals and objectives. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Project processes. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Bill of Quantities. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; Architectural Practice Simplified: A Survival Guide and Checklists for Building Construction and A16Site Improvements as well as Tips on Architecture, Building Design, Construction and Project Management, Gang Chen, 2009 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Bill of Quantities. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; Architectural Practice Simplified: A Survival Guide and Checklists for Building Construction and A16Site Improvements as well as Tips on Architecture, Building Design, Construction and Project Management, Gang Chen, 2009 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Mid-term exam. | N/A | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Risk management. Bar Chart. Bill of Quantities. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Clients and Contracts. Managing design development. | Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Construction documents. Cost estimates. Design budget control. Construction cost control. | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Managing procurement process (design/supervision services).Managing procurement process (works). | "Project Management for Design Professionals, William G. Ramroth, 2006; Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Project execution: project team management, client management, quality management. | Project Management in Construction, Sidney M. Levi, Me Grow Hill Professional;2006; | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Mid-term project submissions and presentations. | N/A | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Mid-term project presentations. | N/A | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Mid-term Exam | 1 | 35 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Mid-term project | 1 | 15 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 | Not Allowed | |
| Activity/Progress | 1 | 10 | N/A | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 1 | 7 | 7 | Home study and work | 2 | 14 | 28 | |||
| Mid-term project presentation | 2 | 2 | 4 | In-term exams/projects | 6 | 3 | 18 | |||
| Final exam | 6 | 4 | 24 | Active tutorials | 1 | 7 | 7 | |||
| Active tutorials | 3 | 2 | 6 | Lecture hours | 3 | 2 | 6 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 100 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 4 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 20/02/2026 | |||||||||