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Pega Certified Senior System Architect (PCSSA) Version 8.7 PEGAPCSSA87V1 Exam

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Pega Certified Senior System Architect (PCSSA) Version 8.7 PEGAPCSSA87V1 Exam


The certification for Certified Pega Senior System Architect version 8.7 confirms proficiency in utilizing Pega for designing and constructing solutions with reusability across various business domains. It encompasses applying industry best practices, comprehending application debugging, mastering performance optimization, and system upkeep techniques, and ensuring security and access compliance within applications. The version 8.7 examination includes scenario-based queries, multiple-choice questions, and drag-and-drop components.


Who should take the exam?

The target audience for the Pega Certified Senior System Architect (PCSSA) Version 8.7 PEGAPCSSA87V1 Exam includes:

  • IT professionals with experience in Pega and a desire to demonstrate their expertise in designing and building complex Pega applications.
  • Pega System Architects
  • Pega Senior Developers with System Architecture Experience
  • IT Professionals with EAI/SOA Background Targeting Pega
  • Individuals Leading Pega System Architecture Engagements


Course Outline 

The Exam covers the given topics  - 

  • Domain 1: Overview of Application Development (28%)
  • Domain 2: Understand Case Management (15%)
  • Domain 3: Learn about Data and Integration (19%)
  • Domain 4: Learn User Experience (5%)
  • Domain 5: Understand Reporting (5%)
  • Domain 6: Performance (7%)
  • Domain 7: Security (16%)
  • Domain 8: Understand Mobility (5%)

Pega Certified Senior System Architect (PCSSA) Version 8.7 PEGAPCSSA87V1 Exam FAQs

Passing scores for the exam is 65%.

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You will get 90 minutes to do 60 questions in this exam.

Yes, we offer a 100% unconditional money back guarantee. In case you are not able to clear the exam for then you can request for the full refund. Please note that we only refund the cost of product purchased from Testprep Training and not the Certified System Architect (CSA) 72V1 Exam cost.

The exam consists of multiple choice, scenario and drag/drop questions.

Yes our experts frequently blog about the tips and tricks for exam preparation.

Yes, Testprep Training offers email support for any certification related query while you are preparing for the exam using our practice exams. Your query will be handled by experts in due course.

After the completion of your exam, the points you earned on each question are totaled and then compared with the cut score to determine whether the result is pass or fail.

The Pega Certified System Architect (PCSA) certification is for developers and technical staff members who want to learn how to develop Pega applications. This certification is the first level in the System Architect certification path and provides a baseline measurement on your knowledge of Pega applications.

The only prerequisite to the exam is System Architect.

Domain 1: Pega Platform (5%) Domain 2: Case Management (26%) Domain 3; Data Modeling (20%) Domain 4: Validation (7%) Domain5: Information Exchange (15%) Domain 6: User Interface (12%) Domain 7: Application Development (7%) Domain 8: Reporting (8%)

There will be 60 questions which have to be completed in 90 minutes in this exam.

If you need to reschedule or cancel your exam, you must contact Pearson VUE at least one (1) business day prior to your exam appointment. Refunds are granted when you reschedule your exam with at least 24-hour notice.

Exam retirement information will be posted on our Pearson VUE page and on the corresponding exam page in Pega Academy. Pega provides at least 90 days’ notice before an exam is retired (subject to change).

The exam is available in English, Japanese and French language.

Once purchased, the practice exams can be access for the lifetime.

Candidates must wait for a period of three (3) calendar days before taking a second attempt for the same exam. You must pay the full exam fee each time you take the exam.

Yes testprep training offers free practice tests for the Certified System Architect (CSA) 72V1 Exam which can be used before the final purchase for complete test.

Refunds are granted when you cancel your exam with at least 24-hour notice. No other refund requests are granted.

Test accommodations are determined on a case-by-case basis and can be requested by contacting the Pega Certification team. Documentation is required when requesting the test accommodation.

You do not need to re-certify after you have earned certification. Pega Certifications currently do not expire, though this is subject to change at Pega's discretion.

You can register for a Pega certification exam by visiting Pearson VUE. First-time test takers must create a Pearson VUE account. The name on your ID must match the name listed on your Pearson VUE account at the time of the exam.

All candidates are notified of their score and pass/fail status immediately after taking a Pega exam. Candidates will receive a score report that identifies performance in each test domain.

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Yes. If you live in a non-native English-speaking country and are taking an English language exam, you will automatically receive an additional 30 minutes of exam time when you register for the exam.