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Course Name Architectural Practice & Business Management
Course Code 25ARC512
Program 5-Year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)
Semester 10
Credits 2
Campus Coimbatore

Syllabus

Module 1: Legal Framework and Professional Codes

Architects Act, 1972; Council of Architecture (COA); Code of Conduct; Code of Architectural Competitions; Role of Professional Bodies

Module 2: Office Management & Practice Structures

Architectural Practice Structures: Sole proprietorship, partnership, LLP, private limited companies; Office Setup & Administration: Infrastructure, HR policies, workflow, record-keeping; Organizational Structures: Models for small, medium, and large offices; Termination of Practice: Procedures and legal considerations.
Module 3: Financial Management & Taxation

Project Costing and Fee Structures: COA-recommended fee guidelines; Billing & Invoicing: Preparation and management; Taxation for Architects: GST, income tax, compliance; Tenders & Bids: Types of tenders, preparation, evaluation, and award processes.
Module 4: Contracts & Legal Responsibilities

Types of Contracts: Lump sum, percentage fee, turnkey, and design–build; Contract Documents: Preparation, execution, and obligations; Legal Liabilities: Breach of contract, negligence and professional indemnity.

 Module 5: Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

Identifying Arbitration Process: Legal framework, appointment of arbitrators, proceedings; Mediation and Negotiation: Alternative dispute resolution methods; Case Studies: Analysis of real-world disputes in architectural practice.

Objectives and Outcomes

Course Objectives

  • To understand the legal framework of architectural practice in India, including the Architects Act of 1972, Council of Architecture regulations and the role of professional bodies.
  • Analyze the professional responsibilities, duties and ethical code of conduct for architects, including intellectual property rights, copyright and competition guidelines.
  • Gain insights into office structures, administration, and business management, exploring models for small, medium, and large practices, and types of firms (partnership, LLP, sole proprietorship, etc.).
  • Develop knowledge of financial management, including taxation, project costing, billing, tenders, and contract administration for architectural projects.
  • Acquire practical skills in dispute resolution and legal procedures, including arbitration, contract enforcement and termination of professional engagement.

 Course Outcomes

After completing this course, students will be able to:

CO1:

Interpret and apply the Architects Act (1972), COA guidelines, and codes of conduct to ensure ethical and lawful professional practice.

CO2 :

Demonstrate an understanding of the architect’s professional role, duties, and responsibilities in project execution and client interactions.

CO3:

Organize and manage architectural practice effectively, including office setup, administration, team structures, and resource allocation.

CO4:

 

CO5:

Evaluate tenders, contracts, fee structures, and taxation strategies to ensure financially sound business operations.

Demonstrate knowledge of arbitration processes and legal tools for architectural practice in India.

 

 

 

PO1

PO2

PO3

PO4

PO5

PO6

PO7

PO8

PO9

PO10

PO11

PSO1

PSO2

PSO3

CO1

3

2

–

1

1

2

3

2

–

2

2

2

2

3

CO2

2

1

1

–

1

2

3

3

1

2

1

1

2

3

CO3

2

–

2

–

2

1

2

3

1

1

–

–

3

3

CO4

1

–

2

–

1

1

2

2

–

–

–

–

3

3

CO5

1

–

1

–

1

2

3

2

–

–

1

–

2

3

Evaluation Pattern

Evaluation Pattern

Assessment

Internal/External

Weightage

Continuous Assessment

Internal

30%

Mid-term examination

Internal

20%

End-semester examination

External

50%

Text Books / References

Reading Material

  1. Namavati, R. Professional Practice.
  2. Roshan H. Namavati Professional Practice for Architects and Quantity Surveyors.
  3. CoA Handbook – Architects (Professional Conduct) Regulations.
  4. Project Management Institute. PMBOK Guide.
  5. Osterwalder, A. & Pigneur, Y. Business Model Generation. Wiley.
  6. Indian Contract Act & RERA Guidelines.

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