Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM)

Certification Overview

Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM)

Exam Code: CSTM-001

The Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM)® Certification establishes a worldwide standard for the assessment of the capabilities and competencies of software testing professionals that are working at, or soon will work at, the software testing management level. Acquiring the designation of CSTM® indicates a level of professional competence in both the principles and practices of software testing, demonstrating the skills and capabilities necessary to manage the software test function.

CSTM® Certification provides IT upper management a necessary tool to predict the likelihood of success of individuals applying for management level positions. The CSTM® Certification also provides the IT professional with an objective assessment of their management skills.

The CSTM® Certification was developed based on the Test Management Body of Knowledge (TMBOK) to fill the gap in the management skills required by test managers and test leads to effectively manage the test process, the test project and the test organization. Specifically, CSTM® aims at the following objectives:

  • Help individuals develop their test management skills through formal education
  • Establish a common skill set for software test managers and test leads based on a well-defined Test Management Body of Knowledge
  • Create a pool of qualified software test managers
  • Prepare test professionals, especially those who achieved Master Level Certification, for management and lead positions in software testing projects
  • Provide professional recognition and career enhancement for those who manage test projects

The Test Management Process Map

E-Course Duration: 30 to 35 Hours

e-Competence Framework (e-CF)

The mapping of this certificate against the e-Competence Framework. To know more on e-Competence Framework (e-CF) visit, ECF


Exam Information

  • The exam comprises of 100 Multiple Choice Questions out of which the candidate needs to score a percentage of 80% (80 out of 100) to pass the exam.
  • Candidate can also opt for Certified Software Tester - Advanced Level (CSTAL) - Test Manager based on ISTQB Syllabus at the time of scheduling an exam.

The total duration of the exam is 1 hour 30 minutes (90 Minutes).

  • The exam is conducted in a non-proctored mode and can be taken anytime and anywhere within an eight-month validity period.
  • Upon purchasing the Premium Package or an Exam Voucher Code, a voucher code with two attempts will be assigned to your login profile under the "My Vouchers" tab. You can then take the exam through the "My Exam(s)" tab in your profile. To take the exam, simply apply the voucher code.
  • The Exam Voucher included in the Premium Package or purchased separately is valid for two (2) attempts. If you are unable to pass the exam within these two attempts, you can purchase a new voucher code, which will grant you an additional two attempts.
  • Kindly Note: The voucher will not be valid for a second attempt if you pass the exam on your first attempt.
  • The validity of the CSTM® Certifiate is for five (5) years, the candidate needs to either retake the exam or can complete the E-Course for CSTM® to accrue the number of continuing education units (CEUs) to renew the Certificate. Renewing the certificate will allow the candidate to retain the professional stature and credentials intact.
  • Certificates must be renewed on or before the expiration date (when they become inactive) to be current.

Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM)® is a Registered Trademark of GAQM.

Note: The Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM)® Certification has a pre-requisite (Completion of an E-Course is mandatory from GAQMBok portal) as maximum number of questions are drawn from the E-Course in the actual exam

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Course Outline

Module Information - 1

  • Test Organization
  • Test Organization And Independence
  • Tasks Of The Test Leader And Tester
  • Test Planning And Estimation
  • Test Planning
  • Test Planning Activities
  • Exit Criteria
  • Test Estimation
  • Test Approaches (Test Strategies)


Module Information - 2

  • Test Progress Monitoring And Control
  • Test Progress Monitoring
  • Test Reporting
  • Test Control
  • Configuration Management
  • Risk And Testing
  • Project Risks
  • Product Risks
  • Incident Management


Module Information -3

  • Testing Tools
  • Management Understanding
  • Independent Testing
  • Testing in Project Management
  • People issues in Testing
  • Testing Tools
  • Testing Tools - 2
  • Managing Expectations
  • Areas of Recommendations


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Target Audience

  • Any person who has worked in software testing for at least 3 + years
  • People with a management or leadership role in testing
  • Development managers and development leads who wish to move to a test management or lead position
  • Auditors, inspectors, and others who must evaluate the work product of the testing process

Registration Process for E-Course or E-Book and Exam

Premium Package
(E-Course Version)

  • Self Explanatory
  • Valid for 40 days
  • This package provides a voucher code granting eligibility for two (2) exam attempts.
  • Includes E-certificate and Digital Badge if you qualify in the exam.
  • Course Duration: 40 Days
  • Price: 250 USD

Standard
Package

  • Self Explanatory
  • E-Course is Valid for 20 days
  • This Package doesn't includes E-Voucher for Certification Exam.
  • Candidate has to purchase the E-Voucher separately to take the Certification Exam.
  • Course Duration: 20 Days
  • Price: 70 USD

Exam
Voucher

  • Validity: 240 Days
  • Price: 190 USD
  • Please Read Carefully:

    1) The Exam Voucher is valid for two (2) attempts.

    2) You will receive your voucher code within 24 business hours.

    3) Once you receive the voucher code, you can take the exam via the "My Exam(s)" tab in your login profile.

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