Competency Training

Be fully prepared for ICMI Professional Certification testing through these study courses, which are critical for those who are seeking ICMI Professional Certification in the roles of Strategic Leader, Operations Manager, Management Partner or Management Consultant. Each course focuses on a specific area of competency, and includes training, a study guide and practice testing delivered via WebEx.

Operations

From theory to practice, this training course encompasses all areas of the specialized contact center operations field.

You’ll begin building your operations foundation with an explanation of service level and response time - key objectives that measure the accessibility of your center. This is followed by an in-depth analysis of essential key operations metrics, and how to set, manage and report them. Later, you’ll master the key elements of the planning and management processes that your contact center operations depend on to run efficiently (including forecasting, staffing and scheduling.) Next, the course transitions from processes to technology, with an integrated look at the technologies being utilized in top functioning contact centers, site selection, contact center design, health and safety issues and business continuity and disaster recovery principles.

Lastly, you’ll gain valuable recommendations for a final review, taking an ICMI practice assessment and information on how to set up ICMI Professional Certification testing.

Designed to prepare participants for ICMI Professional Certification testing in Contact Center Operations, each lesson will facilitate a solid foundation of the theory and challenges you face in operating a contact center, including:

  • Service Level/Response Time
  • Performance Measures
  • Forecasting and Scheduling
  • Contact Center Technology
  • Facilities and Disaster Recovery

Course Materials

Comprehensive self-study guide including:

  • Course content
  • Exercises
  • Glossary
  • Articles
  • Multiple-choice quizzes
  • Assignments

Full Course Description

People Management

From principles to hands-on people management, this training course will effectively prepare contact center leaders to hire, manage, and develop employees following industry best practices.

You’ll begin by covering the design of an effective contact center organizational structure, including the development of job descriptions, job evaluations and staffing plans. You’ll then focus on acquiring the people with the skills and aptitudes to make the contact center successful. Later, you’ll discuss training and development with an emphasis placed on creating an ongoing learning environment that encourages self-development.

Lastly, you’ll gain valuable recommendations for a final review, taking an ICMI practice assessment and information on how to set up ICMI Professional Certification testing.

Designed to prepare participants for ICMI Professional Certification testing in the People Domain, each lesson will facilitate understanding and competency in:

  • Organizational Design and Structure
  • Hiring and Retention
  • Training
  • Measuring and Improving Performance
  • Maximizing Human Resources

Course Materials

Comprehensive self-study guide including:

  • Course content
  • Exercises
  • Glossary
  • Articles
  • Multiple-choice quizzes
  • Assignments

Full Course Description

Customer Management

This training course offers a cross-functional approach to customer management.

You’ll begin by exploring key strategic principles, including the impact of customer retention on profitability. Next, you’ll explore service delivery evaluation through surveys, including an in-depth look at survey methodology. The course then transitions into establishing strategies that support organization-wide objectives and align people, processes and technologies with these goals. Next, you’ll receive actionable guidance on how to support customer relationship management with innovative technology, effective processes and essential employee development.

Lastly, you’ll gain valuable recommendations for a final review, taking an ICMI practice assessment and information on how to set up ICMI Professional Certification testing.

Designed to prepare participants for ICMI Professional Certification testing in Customer Relationship Management, each lesson will facilitate understanding and competency in:

  • Customer Management Dynamics
  • Evaluating Service Delivery
  • Relationship-Building Strategies
  • Supporting Technologies and Processes

Course Materials

Comprehensive self-study guide including:

  • Course content
  • Exercises
  • Glossary
  • Articles
  • Multiple-choice quizzes
  • Application assignments

Full Course Description

Leadership

This training course provides a solid view of critical business management practices within the contact center.

You’ll begin by examining the components of vision, mission and strategy, with a focus on the unique nature of contact centers. Next, you’ll discover leadership and communication best practices, determining which skills and aptitudes are most critical. Later, explore essential principles for developing business plans, improving operations and managing contracts. The course draws to a close with an overview of the financial principles that all contact center leaders should understand.

Lastly, you’ll gain valuable recommendations for a final review, taking an ICMI practice assessment and information on how to set up ICMI Professional Certification testing.

Designed to prepare participants for ICMI Professional Certification testing in Leadership and Business Management, or as part of a leadership development program, each lesson will focus on core principles, including:

  • Planning and Developing Strategy
  • Building Collaborative Relationships
  • Supporting and Managing Change
  • Financial Resource Management
  • Establishing and Managing Supplier Relationships

Course Materials

Comprehensive self-study guide including:

  • Course content
  • Exercises
  • Glossary
  • Articles
  • Multiple-choice quizzes
  • Application assignments

Full Course Description


After engaging in each portion of Competency Training, take and pass the related Competency Test. Competency Testing is held online via a web-based, secure platform and monitored by a proctor.


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