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GAQM CSM-002 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Software Asset Management (SAM) Fundamentals | 15% | - Basic concepts and scope of SAM - Roles and responsibilities in software management |
| Topic 2: Software Licensing Models | 15% | - Perpetual, subscription, open-source licensing - License compliance and optimization |
| Topic 3: Anti-Piracy & Risk Management | 10% | - Risk identification and mitigation - Software piracy prevention strategies |
| Topic 4: Quality Assurance & Audit Management | 15% | - Software quality assurance processes - Internal and external software audits |
| Topic 5: Copyright Law & Intellectual Property | 15% | - Intellectual property rights and compliance - Software copyright and legal frameworks |
| Topic 6: Project Planning & Execution | 15% | - Team leadership and communication - Scope, schedule, cost and resource management |
| Topic 7: Software Development Lifecycle & Methodologies | 15% | - Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Kanban models - Requirements, design, development, maintenance |
Everything Candidates Ask About the GAQM Certified Software Manager (CSM)
To pass the CSM-002 exam you need 70% (700/1000 or 28/40 correct), and the official registration fee is 150 USD (voucher only); 190 USD (premium package). Since a failed attempt is not discounted — retaking means paying 150 USD (voucher only); 190 USD (premium package) in full again — treat the booking as the last step, not the first. Work through the Real4Prep practice questions until your timed scores sit comfortably above 70% (700/1000 or 28/40 correct), and only then lock in your exam date.
The CSM-002 (Certified Software Manager (CSM)) is the official GAQM examination that awards the Certified Software Manager (CSM) certification to candidates who pass it. Within the GAQM program it is classed as a Professional credential. Because the credential comes straight from the vendor, employers treat it as verified proof of skill — and the 0 practice questions at Real4Prep follow the same published blueprint.
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The official GAQM Certified Software Manager (CSM) blueprint breaks the content into 7 domains, starting with these three:
- Anti-Piracy & Risk Management (10%)
- Software Licensing Models (15%)
- Project Planning & Execution (15%)
The full domain-by-domain outline is listed above on this page — use it as your checklist while you work through the Real4Prep practice questions.
On exam day you will have 60 minutes to complete 40 questions in the CSM-002 exam. Divide your attention deliberately: answer what you know first, mark anything doubtful, and sweep back through flagged items near the end rather than burning minutes on a single question. The best way to defuse time pressure is exposure — schedule at least one full-length timed session in the Real4Prep test engine so the pacing feels automatic when it counts.
For structured learning, GAQM recommends these official courses for CSM-002 candidates:
Courses explain the why; the 0 practice questions at Real4Prep drill the how-fast. Combining the two is the shortest route most candidates find.
Before you register, review the stated prerequisites: No formal prerequisites; recommended to complete official GAQM e-course
For the latest wording, always double-check the official exam page: https://gaqm.org/certifications/management_certifications/certified_software_manager_csm.
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