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GAQM CSTM-001 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Global Association for Quality Management (GAQM) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM) |
| Exam Number: | CSTM-001 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 5 years |
| Exam Format: | AI-proctored online exam, Multiple Choice Questions |
| Real Exam Qty: | 70 |
| Passing Score: | 70% |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Exam Price: | 190 USD |
| Related Certifications: | Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA) Certified Software Testing Engineer (CSTE) |
| Recommended Training: | GAQM Software Testing Training Portal |
| Exam Registration: | GAQM CSTM Certification Page |
| Exam Way: | Online AI-proctored exam, taken remotely anytime within voucher validity period |
| Pre Condition: | Completion of GAQM e-course is mandatory (exam questions are largely derived from course material); typically recommended 3+ years of software testing experience. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://gaqm.org/certifications/software_testing/cstm |
GAQM CSTM-001 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Topic 1: Test Organization & Management | - Test Organization - Tasks of Test Leader and Tester - Test Organization and Independence |
| Topic 2: Test Planning & Estimation | - Test Estimation - Test Planning - Exit Criteria - Test Approaches (Test Strategies) - Test Planning Activities |
| Topic 3: Risk, Configuration & Incident Management | - Incident Management - Configuration Management - Project Risks - Risk and Testing - Product Risks |
| Topic 4: Tools & Management Aspects | - Testing Tools - Independent Testing - Managing Expectations - Testing in Project Management - People Issues in Testing - Areas of Recommendations - Management Understanding |
| Topic 5: Monitoring, Control & Reporting | - Test Progress Monitoring - Test Reporting - Test Control - Test Progress Monitoring and Control |
CSTM-001 Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Before They Buy
The official GAQM Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM) outline divides the exam into 5 major domains. The three that carry the most weight are Monitoring, Control & Reporting, Risk, Configuration & Incident Management, and Tools & Management Aspects. You can see the full breakdown in the topics section above, and the 0 practice questions at VCE4Plus cover every listed domain.
The GAQM Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM) exam presents 70 and allows 90 minutes. That pacing works out to a bit more than a minute per question, so timed practice matters — the VCE4Plus Desktop and Online Test Engines both let you rehearse under exam-style time limits before the real thing.
GAQM recommends the following training and study resources for the GAQM Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM) exam:
Official courses are a solid foundation, and many candidates pair them with the 0 practice questions from VCE4Plus to test whether the material actually sticks under exam-style conditions.
The CSTM-001 exam is a GAQM certification exam that validates the knowledge outlined in the official GAQM Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM) syllabus shown above. It is associated with the following credential paths: Certified Software Testing Analyst (CSTA), Certified Software Testing Engineer (CSTE). Employers in 2026 continue to treat GAQM credentials as reliable proof of skill, which is why the exam attracts candidates at many career stages. VCE4Plus supports your preparation with 0 practice questions in PDF, Desktop Test Engine, and Online Test Engine formats.
Completion of GAQM e-course is mandatory (exam questions are largely derived from course material); typically recommended 3+ years of software testing experience. For the most current eligibility details, always confirm on the official GAQM exam page before you schedule.
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The passing score for the GAQM Certified Software Testing Manager (CSTM) exam is 70%, and the registration fee is 190 USD. Since a retake means paying the fee again, it makes financial sense to walk in prepared — a self-test with the VCE4Plus practice engines shows you roughly where you stand before you spend that money.
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