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The Certified Manager of Software Testing (CMST) 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 CMST 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. The CMST certification provides IT upper management a necessary tool to predict the likelihood of success of individuals applying for management level positions. The CMST certification also provides the IT professional with an objective assessment of their management skills. |
| Examination Availability: (CMST) |
The CMST certification exam is currently ONLY available in the following areas (see Sponsored Site Schedule):
Belarus, India, and Sri Lanka.
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IMPORTANT:
If looking to take the examination in a location not mentioned above (i.e. U.S., Canada, etc) then it is suggested that you hold off on applying until scheduling of the CMST examination resumes worldwide as once fees are paid they are not refundable or transferable (see Payment Policy).
For those individuals who have already applied for the CMST, but to date have been unable to schedule / take the examination due to the limited availability will be able to take the examination once scheduling resumes worldwide. We do not have a timeframe as to when that will happen, however are hopeful it will be before years end. Any further up-dates will be posted here. |
| Applicant Prerequisites: (CMST) |
| To qualify for candidacy, each applicant must: |
- Currently hold an active CSTE Certification (recommended, not required).
- Be working in the field covered by the certification designation.
- Have the experience to demonstrate mastery of the skills identified in the current Software Testing Common Body of Knowledge (CBOK) and be prepared to submit Real-World Experience documentation that supports your experience in the software testing field.
- Be prepared to take the required manager’s level examination.
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AND meet one of the following three prerequisites:
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- A bachelor’s degree from accredited college-level institution & 4 years experience in the software testing field
- An associate degree & 6 years experience in the software testing field
- Eight years of experience in the software testing field.
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An applicant for certification must adhere to the Code of Ethics that outlines the ethical behaviors expected of all certified professionals by the ISCB.
Depending upon a compliance sample selected according to program criteria, the applicant may be required to provide upon request detailed education, employment, and reference documentation supporting the information entered in the Customer Portal during the application process. If selected the applicant must supply the required documentation and those who fail to provide the requested documentation may be subject to decertification. |
| Initial Application & Fee: (CMST) |
For those who qualify for the CMST certification and are prepared to establish candidacy must complete an online Certification Candidacy Application in the Customer Portal and pay the application fee. Candidates must also submit the required Real-World Experience documentation for approval by the ISCB before scheduling can commence.
The CMST application fee is: |
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| The application fee includes the following: |
- Instant access to a PDF file of the CMST CBOK (561 pages) which is a useful tool to help prepare for the exam. After payment go to the CBOK Manuals page of Customer Portal for access.
- The candidates Initial Exam which must be taken within one year from the date payment was processed or the application will expire (see Application Length).
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To apply for the CMST certification candidates must first login to their Customer Portal account. If new to the Portal then they will need to create one by clicking on the Register Now link, and then the Register as a New User tab.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure the first / last names entered when creating an account matches what is on your government issued photo ID (i.e. drivers license, passport). DO NOT abbreviate or use a nickname. If they do not match when presenting your ID at check-in you will NOT be granted entrance to the examination. |
| Examination Details: (CMST) |
| The exam itself is paper-based consisting of four parts - constructed response (essay) questions. The examination tests the candidate’s “practical” knowledge in the following four areas: |
- Test Management
- Test Analysis
- Test Planning and Execution
- Communications and Relationships
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The exam will take over 4 hours to complete which includes a 10 minute break after the first three parts. The passing mark is 75% which is the average score of both parts.
If you had an active CSTE certification at the time of applying for the CMST, once you become a CMST certificant then your CSTE will remain active and mirror the CMST as long it remains active. |
| Exam Scheduling: (CMST) |
| The CMST certification examination is currently ONLY available in the following areas: |
Belarus, India, and Sri Lanka
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To view the complete Sponsored Site Schedule schedule Click Here.
For instructions on How to Schedule / Reschedule a Sponsored Site examination Click Here.
MPORTANT:
Until the Real World Experience documentation has been submitted and approved by the ISCB the candidate will NOT be able to schedule their CMST exam. |
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| To maintain the CMST certification, it is a requirement that the certified manager continue to mature their technical and managerial competencies. Certified managers must earn 30 CPE (continuing professional education) points in each of the following four categories every three years (120 CPE total in three years): |
- Management Skills (30 CPE / 3 years)
- Technical Skills (30 CPE / 3 years)
- Professional Development Activities in the Industry (30 CPE / 3 years)
- Additional activities in selected categories (30 CPE / 3 years)
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