IBM certifications III 000-978

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IBM 000-978 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	IBM
Exam Name:	Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i Sales Skills - V1
Exam Number:	000-978
Exam Price:	USD 100 - 150
Real Exam Qty:	36
Related Certifications:	IBM Power Systems with POWER7 Common Sales Skills - V1 IBM Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i Technical Sales Skills - V1
Passing Score:	67%
Certificate Validity Period:	Withdrawn, no longer active
Exam Format:	Multiple Choice
Exam Duration:	50 minutes
Available Languages:	English
Recommended Training:	IBM Power Systems Sales Enablement
Exam Registration:	IBM Training & Certification Prometric (historical)
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Originally delivered via Prometric authorized testing centers; now retired
Pre Condition:	No formal prerequisites; recommended 6-12 months of IBM Power Systems sales experience
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.ibm.com/training/certification

IBM 000-978 Exam Syllabus Topics:

IBM Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i Sales Skills - V1 Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most

What is the IBM 000-978 exam?

The 000-978 exam is the official IBM exam behind the IBM Certified Sales Specialist - Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i certification, validating the skills measured by the IBM Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i Sales Skills - V1 credential. It sits at the Specialist level of the IBM certification program. It also connects to IBM Power Systems with POWER7 Common Sales Skills - V1, IBM Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i Technical Sales Skills - V1, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the 000-978 exam, and how much time do I get?

The 000-978 exam contains 36 questions to be completed within 50 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.

What score do I need to pass the 000-978 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the 000-978 exam is 67%, and the official registration fee is USD 100 - 150. Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 114 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.

Are there any prerequisites for the 000-978 exam?

No formal prerequisites; recommended 6-12 months of IBM Power Systems sales experience Requirements can change when IBM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

How do I register for the 000-978 exam?

You can book the IBM Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i Sales Skills - V1 exam through the official registration channels below:

• IBM Training & Certification
• Prometric (historical)

As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Originally delivered via Prometric authorized testing centers; now retired. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.

What official training is recommended for the 000-978 exam?

IBM recommends the following training resources for the IBM Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i Sales Skills - V1 exam:

• IBM Power Systems Sales Enablement

Official courses build the foundation; the 114 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.

Can I try the 000-978 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 000-978 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if IBM revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.

What if I fail the 000-978 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every IBM Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i Sales Skills - V1 purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.

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What topics are covered in the 000-978 exam?

The IBM Power Systems with POWER7 & IBM i Sales Skills - V1 exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:

• IBM i Operating System — 25% of the exam
• Needs Assessment and Solution Design — 20% of the exam
• Virtualization and Consolidation — 15% of the exam

For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.