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The Certified Manager of Software Quality (CMSQ) certification establishes a worldwide standard for the assessment of the capabilities and competencies of software quality assurance professionals that are working at, or soon will work at the software quality assurance management level.
Acquiring the designation of Certified Manager of Software Quality (CMSQ) indicates a level of professional competence in both the principles and practices of software quality assurance, demonstrating the skills and capabilities necessary to manage the software quality assurance function. CMSQ certification provides IT upper management a necessary tool to predict the likelihood of success of individuals applying for management level positions. The CMSQ certification provides the IT professional with an objective assessment of their management skills. |
| Examination Availability: (CMSQ) |
The CMSQ 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 CMSQ 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 CMSQ, 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: (CMSQ) |
| To qualify for candidacy, each applicant must: |
- Currently hold an active CSQA 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 Quality 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: (CMSQ) |
For those who qualify for the CMSQ 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.
The CMSQ application fee is: |
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| The application fee includes the following: |
- Instant access to a PDF file of the CMSQ CBOK (551 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 CMSQ 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: (CMSQ) |
| 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: |
- Quality Leadership
- The Quality Assurance Function
- Quality 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.
IMPORTANT:
Even if a candidate passes the examination, until the Real World Experience documentation has been submitted and approved by the ISCB the candidate will NOT officially become certified as a CMSQ.
If you had an active CSQA certification at the time of applying for the CMSQ, once you become a CMSQ certificant then your CSQA will remain active and mirror the CMSQ as long it remains active. |
| Exam Scheduling: (CMSQ) |
| The CMSQ 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. |
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| To maintain the CMSQ 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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