Information Package / Course Catalogue
Communication in Call Centers
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
Objectives of the Course

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.

Course Content

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.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Ins. Sefa AKBAŞ
Learning Outcomes
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.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Introduction to Communication Science - Prof. Dr. Metin Işık
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
What is communication? The communication process and its elements (sender, receiver, message, channel, feedback, noise)
Week 2 - Theoretical
Types of communication (face-to-face, telephone, written communication).
Week 3 - Theoretical
Definition and operation of call center systems.
Week 4 - Theoretical
Effective methods of communicating by telephone.
Week 5 - Theoretical
Types of listening: Passive, active, selective listening.
Week 6 - Theoretical
Using the correct tone of voice, emphasis and intonation techniques on the phone.
Week 7 - Theoretical
Understanding customer needs and communicating accordingly.
Week 8 - Theoretical
Midterm Exam
Week 9 - Theoretical
The place of empathy and emotional intelligence in communication.
Week 10 - Theoretical
problem-solving processes and solution-oriented approach.
Week 11 - Theoretical
healthy communication methods with mode members.
Week 12 - Theoretical
Time management techniques and productive study strategies.
Week 13 - Theoretical
Sources of stress in call center employees.
Week 14 - Theoretical
Final
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Midterm Examination1%40
Final Rate1%70
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory302575
Reading101212
Individual Work101111
Midterm Examination1011
Final Examination1011
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)100
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes