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Master of Management Sciences in Contact Centre Management

An accredited postgraduate qualification delivered 100% online — advance your career while you work.

2 years
Duration
180
Credits · NQF 9
16 Jan 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
Next start

About the programme

The online Master of Management in Contact Centre Management programme equips students with comprehensive knowledge and advanced skills to excel in the dynamic field of contact centre management. This programme offers an in-depth exploration of global leadership, focusing on adapting strategies and styles to diverse cultural and motivational contexts.

Students will gain expertise in financial management, particularly in statistical and quantitative finance, ensuring they can effectively manage option pricing, interest rate markets, and risk management within contact centres. Ethics in marketing is a core component, and students will engage critically with international practices and legislation, particularly concerning vulnerable consumer groups. We cover project management, emphasising the ability to plan, coordinate, and manage projects efficiently while mitigating risks. Students will examine the latest contact centre technologies and digital marketing strategies, developing the skills to create and execute comprehensive digital marketing plans.

We put a strong emphasis on research and encourage students to become self-critical researchers who can identify and address professional challenges through innovative research methodologies. This programme prepares graduates to become leaders in the contact centre industry, capable of navigating and shaping its future.

Tshwane University of Technology delivers the Master of Management Sciences in Contact Centre Management fully online. With multiple start dates a year and pay-per-module tuition, it is designed for working professionals who need to balance study with work and personal commitments.

What you will learn

  • Advanced leadership and management skills.
  • Strategic decision-making through quantitative analysis and financial management.
  • Ethical marketing principles and practices tailored for contact centres.
  • Integration and application of emerging contact centre technologies.
  • Research skills to identify, analyse, and solve real-world industry challenges.

Modules and fees

Every module in this programme, with its credits and its own fee. You register and pay module by module.

Compulsory modules All required

Modules in the compulsory group
CodeModuleCreditsFee
GCA129N
Global leadership A

These modules are for the student to engage and reflect critically on the aspects of knowledge and skills in global leadership. We will address current and predicted international practices and trends in global leadership, the ability to shift strategies, business processes, and personal styles to fit a different environment and a broader range of employee backgrounds, cultures and motivations. Students will gain detailed knowledge and skills, reflect critically on these, and apply relevant concepts to the complexities of management and leadership principles in the context of a contact centre.

10 R4 340
GCB129N
Global leadership B

These modules are for the student to engage and reflect critically on the aspects of knowledge and skills in global leadership. We will address current and predicted international practices and trends in global leadership, the ability to shift strategies, business processes, and personal styles to fit a different environment and a broader range of employee backgrounds, cultures and motivations. Students will gain detailed knowledge and skills, reflect critically on these, and apply relevant concepts to the complexities of management and leadership principles in the context of a contact centre.

10 R4 340
AYA129N
Analytical Methods A

The purpose of these modules is for the student to engage competently with statistics and quantitative financing so that appropriate applications to option pricing, interest rate markets, statistical trading strategies, and risk management can be effectively managed. Students need to be able to articulate, present and communicate accurate financial management skills within the contact centre management context.

10 R4 180
AYB129N
Analytical Methods B

The purpose of these modules is for the student to engage competently with statistics and quantitative financing so that appropriate applications to option pricing, interest rate markets, statistical trading strategies, and risk management can be effectively managed. Students need to be able to articulate, present and communicate accurate financial management skills within the contact centre management context.

10 R4 340
EIA129N
Ethics in the market place A

These modules provide the student with learning experiences illuminating detailed concepts of ethics in marketing in the contact centre environment. The module will address current and predicted international practices and trends in ethical marketing and marketing relationships, including marketing to young and vulnerable consumer groups, and applicable legislation and regulations regarding ethics in the marketplace. Students will be required to engage critically with all applicable concepts and relate them to the practices in the contact centre environment.

10 R4 180
EIB129N
Ethics in the market place B

These modules provide the student with learning experiences illuminating detailed concepts of ethics in marketing in the contact centre environment. The module will address current and predicted international practices and trends in ethical marketing and marketing relationships, including marketing to young and vulnerable consumer groups, and applicable legislation and regulations regarding ethics in the marketplace. Students will be required to engage critically with all applicable concepts and relate them to the practices in the contact centre environment.

10 R4 340
PDA129N
Project Management A

The Project Management modules will see students interrogate the knowledge and skills required to successfully plan and execute projects. Students will reflect critically on current project management best practices. To reflectively and competently plan, coordinate, and manage projects efficiently, including identifying and addressing risks, students will analyse applicable aspects of project management and apply these to the contact centre context.

10 R4 180
PDB129N
Project Management B

The Project Management modules will see students interrogate the knowledge and skills required to successfully plan and execute projects. Students will reflect critically on current project management best practices. To reflectively and competently plan, coordinate, and manage projects efficiently, including identifying and addressing risks, students will analyse applicable aspects of project management and apply these to the contact centre context.

10 R4 340
CTA129N
Contact Centre Tech A

These modules are designed to address current and predicted international practices and technology trends in contact centres. It supports the development of knowledge and skill at an advanced level concerning existing and upcoming contact centre technologies, and how the interrelated nature of current and emerging technologies provides complex opportunities. Students use this competence to manage and facilitate the use of various composites of collaborative technologies.

10 R4 180
CTB129N
Contact Centre Tech B

These modules are designed to address current and predicted international practices and technology trends in contact centres. It supports the development of knowledge and skill at an advanced level concerning existing and upcoming contact centre technologies, and how the interrelated nature of current and emerging technologies provides complex opportunities. Students use this competence to manage and facilitate the use of various composites of collaborative technologies.

10 R4 340
DCA129N
Digital Marketing A

These modules present the significant and complex process of digital marketing, the management of customer relationships across all digital channels, and the creation of a digital marketing plan. Students will engage critically with all related concepts to develop and execute a solid digital marketing strategy; build a holistic campaign bringing in all elements of digital marketing to work with business objectives and strategy, and engage with digital copywriting.

10 R4 180
DCB129N
Digital Marketing B

These modules present the significant and complex process of digital marketing, the management of customer relationships across all digital channels, and the creation of a digital marketing plan. Students will engage critically with all related concepts to develop and execute a solid digital marketing strategy; build a holistic campaign bringing in all elements of digital marketing to work with business objectives and strategy, and engage with digital copywriting.

10 R4 340
CC129AN
Research Project A

Research Projects A, B, C, D and E run concurrently with other modules and develop students’ ability to conduct independent research and critically reflect on their research practice within their professional environment. Students evaluate concepts of knowledge and knowledge production and apply appropriate research methodologies to an original research project. They identify a research problem or an opportunity for innovation, plan and implement a suitable research strategy, and analyse their findings to develop meaningful recommendations. Students compile and present an accurate, carefully structured research report that demonstrates the effective application of relevant research methodologies.

10 R3 820
CC129BN
Research Project B

Research Projects A, B, C, D and E run concurrently with other modules and develop students’ ability to conduct independent research and critically reflect on their research practice within their professional environment. Students evaluate concepts of knowledge and knowledge production and apply appropriate research methodologies to an original research project. They identify a research problem or an opportunity for innovation, plan and implement a suitable research strategy, and analyse their findings to develop meaningful recommendations. Students compile and present an accurate, carefully structured research report that demonstrates the effective application of relevant research methodologies.

10 R3 820
CC129CN
Research Project C
Research Projects A, B, C, D and E run concurrently with other modules and develop students’ ability to conduct independent research and critically reflect on their research practice within their professional environment. Students evaluate concepts of knowledge and knowledge production and apply appropriate research methodologies to an original research project. They identify a research problem or an opportunity for innovation, plan and implement a suitable research strategy, and analyse their findings to develop meaningful recommendations. Students compile and present an accurate, carefully structured research report that demonstrates the effective application of relevant research methodologies.
10 R3 820
CC129DN
Research Project D
Research Projects A, B, C, D and E run concurrently with other modules and develop students’ ability to conduct independent research and critically reflect on their research practice within their professional environment. Students evaluate concepts of knowledge and knowledge production and apply appropriate research methodologies to an original research project. They identify a research problem or an opportunity for innovation, plan and implement a suitable research strategy, and analyse their findings to develop meaningful recommendations. Students compile and present an accurate, carefully structured research report that demonstrates the effective application of relevant research methodologies.
10 R3 820
CC129EN
Research Project E
Research Projects A, B, C, D and E run concurrently with other modules and develop students’ ability to conduct independent research and critically reflect on their research practice within their professional environment. Students evaluate concepts of knowledge and knowledge production and apply appropriate research methodologies to an original research project. They identify a research problem or an opportunity for innovation, plan and implement a suitable research strategy, and analyse their findings to develop meaningful recommendations. Students compile and present an accurate, carefully structured research report that demonstrates the effective application of relevant research methodologies.
20 R7 640

Module fees are for 2026 and are reviewed annually. Where the programme includes electives, you pay only for the modules you take.

Full fees & funding

Admission requirements

To apply for this qualification, a student must have:

  • A Postgraduate Diploma in Contact Centre Management (or an equivalent qualification)

    OR

  • A relevant honours degree in a related field

    OR

  • A professional bachelor's degree at NQF Level 8

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and work-experience routes are available for applicants who do not meet the formal requirements — ask an adviser to assess your eligibility. An RPL assessment takes around six months.

English language requirements

All teaching, learning materials and assessment are in English. Applicants must be able to read, write and communicate in English at the level required for higher education study.

What you can do with this qualification

An accredited postgraduate qualification delivered 100% online — advance your career while you work.

Career opportunities

  • Head of Contact Centre / Contact Centre Director
  • Customer Experience (CX) Director
  • Head of Global Business Services (GBS)
  • Contact Centre Operations Manager
  • Customer Service Strategist / Consultant
  • Client Relations Director
  • Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Senior Manager

Student support

  • Tutor access
  • Student success coordinator
  • Careers service
  • Technical support
  • Fully accredited qualifications

    (Council on Higher Education)

  • 4 start dates a year

  • Pay per module — no upfront annual fee

  • Dedicated student success support

Programme FAQs

Is the qualification accredited?
Yes. This is a fully accredited qualification with the same recognition as its on-campus equivalent.
How many hours a week will I need?
Most students spend around 15–20 hours a week, but because study is online and flexible you can fit it around work and family.
How am I assessed?
Assessment is continuous and online — a mix of assignments, quizzes and projects within each module, with no need to travel to a venue.
What do I need to study online?
A computer or laptop and a stable internet connection. All learning materials are delivered through the online learning platform.
Can I pay per module?
Yes. Tuition is structured per module, so you pay as you progress rather than a full year upfront.

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