
| Course Code | : ÇMH130 |
| Course Type | : Area Elective |
| Couse Group | : Short Cycle (Associate's Degree) |
| Education Language | : Turkish |
| Work Placement | : N/A |
| Theory | : 4 |
| Prt. | : 0 |
| Credit | : 4 |
| Lab | : 0 |
| ECTS | : 4 |
To develop effective communication skills. To develop professional behavior in customer relations. To increase empathy, active listening, and accurate expression skills. To teach methods for dealing with difficult customers. To teach how to use elements such as tone of voice, diction, and body language (non-verbal communication) when communicating on the phone.
The Communication in Call Centers course is structured to improve the communication skills of call center employees. The course covers the fundamental concepts, types, and elements of communication, equipping students with effective communication skills. Topics such as telephone communication techniques, professional speaking etiquette, active listening, and empathic approach are covered in detail. Furthermore, customer-focused communication, methods for dealing with difficult customers, problem-solving, and crisis communication skills are also key topics of the course. Students' professional competencies are supported through topics such as emotional intelligence, empathy, effective team communication, and time and stress management. Speaking techniques such as diction, tone of voice, stress, and intonation are also emphasized, aiming to establish trustworthy and clear communication over the phone. By the end of the course, students will be prepared for various communication scenarios they may encounter in the call center environment and will develop professional communication strategies to increase customer satisfaction.
| Ins. Sefa AKBAŞ |
| 1. | The student defines the basic concepts, processes and elements of communication; explains the importance of communication in the context of call centers. |
| 2. | The student distinguishes between different types of communication (verbal, nonverbal, written, telephone) and identifies the appropriate communication channels in a call center environment. |
| 3. | The student explains the functioning of call center systems and identifies the use of appropriate technological tools in the customer communication process. |
| 4. | The student applies telephone communication etiquette and effectively uses professional greeting, direction, and closing techniques. |
| 5. | The student explains active listening techniques and communicates effectively by understanding customer needs accurately. |
| 6. | The student improves speaking skills such as diction, intonation, and emphasis; |
| 7. | The student grasps the concept of customer-focused communication and applies communication strategies that will increase customer satisfaction. |
| 1. | Introduction to Communication Science - Prof. Dr. Metin Işık |
| Type of Assessment | Count | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Midterm Examination | 1 | %40 |
| Final Rate | 1 | %70 |
| Activities | Count | Preparation | Time | Total Work Load (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture - Theory | 3 | 0 | 25 | 75 |
| Reading | 1 | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Individual Work | 1 | 0 | 11 | 11 |
| Midterm Examination | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Examination | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours) | 100 | |||