Why complete our Job Simulation
A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Datacom. Practise your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.Self-paced2-3 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsintroductory
Welcome to the Datacom Service Desk Job Simulation! We are thrilled to have you here.
Datacom is a leading IT service provider, offering innovative and customer-centric IT solutions across various sectors. Within our managed services division, our teams work tirelessly to ensure seamless IT operations for our clients, address a wide range of technical challenges, and guarantee high levels of customer satisfaction.
During this program, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Datacom team member and complete tasks that replicate the work that our service desk team does every day. You’ll learn key skills in:
- Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting for technical issues.
- Providing excellent customer service and clear communication.
- Prioritising and managing IT support tickets.
- Escalating complex issues according to IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) processes.
We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Datacom.
Skills you will learn and practice:
Critical Thinking
Communication
Documentation and Reporting
Analytical Thinking
Problem Solving
Time Management
ITIL Processes
How it works
Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Datacom. No live sessions, all self-paced.
Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extracurricular activity.
Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.
Tasks in this program
Intro & ScenarioMeet your team members and learn about your project goals.
Your role
- You are stepping into the role of a service desk agent at Datacom, a leading IT services company renowned for its commitment to excellence in customer support and technical problem-solving.
- You are the first point of contact for clients experiencing technical issues. You have access to a comprehensive toolkit, including a ticketing system, knowledge base, and communication platforms to assist you in your duties.
- Your daily challenges range from troubleshooting simple software issues to guiding customers through complex system errors, all while maintaining a professional and empathetic approach to customer service.
Your goal
- Your primary objective is to effectively address and resolve customers' technical issues, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through skilled troubleshooting, clear communication, and efficient problem resolution.
- Additionally, you aim to enhance your understanding of IT support processes and customer service principles, developing your ability to manage and prioritise tasks, document interactions and solutions accurately, and, when necessary, escalate issues to the appropriate technical teams for further assistance.
Reviews
Over 6505 Star Reviews
"The written section gives me insight of my own knowledge and the example gives me ideas of how to do it more better."-- Student from Conestoga College
"I liked the way real life scenarios in the workplace was used and how the example answer was given after to show how the problem should be ideally solved."-- Student from University of Nottingham
"it opened my eyes to the world of work that i have never experienced before. for a moment i felt like i was working"-- Student from Boston College
"Real world experience in the desired field so you can see first hand what a day on the job would be like"-- Student from University of Phoenix
"What I liked most about the Datacom simulation program was its user-friendly interface, which made complex IT support scenarios easy to comprehend. The program’s design allowed me to step into the shoes of an IT professional, dealing with real-time challenges and learning to prioritize tasks effectively. The opportunity to assist virtual clients an..."-- Student from COMSATS Institute of Information Technology
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