ISTQB

  • Course Duration36
  • Course Start2020-07-01
  • Course Fee599.00 USD

Description

Insufficient testing or unqualified testers are frequently the root causes of poor quality software. In fact, the systematic use of solid test techniques is the exception rather than the rule in practical applications. The objective of the ISTQB® Certified Tester Program is to change this. All important testing topics are explained and simulated for training purposes. ISTQB® Certified Tester is a globally homogeneous program, and can be considered the benchmark for software testing certification.

Hundreds of experts from more than 40 countries are continuously updating this program. Thanks to this close cooperation, international compatibility is always achieved. As a result, it is also possible to obtain certification as an ISTQB® Certified Tester in a wide variety of languages. At this time, IIRAMS offers certification at the Foundation Level in English, French and Russian.

More than 500,000 software testers are now in possession of an ISTQB compliant certification – and the number continues to grow every day. The ISTQB® Certified Tester Program provides participants with the knowledge they need to test software effectively. Our program comprises three levels: Foundation Level, Advanced Level and Expert Level.

The Foundation Level syllabus includes the following sections: The Fundamentals of Software Testing, Testing During the Product Lifecycle, Dynamic Testing, Static Testing, Test Management, and Testing Tools.


Target group:
The foundational level of the Certified Tester training program aims at all individuals who are involved in software testing activities of any kind. This includes individuals holding positions as testers, test analysts, testing engineers, testing consultants, test managers, acceptance testers and software developers. The foundation level also addresses the needs of individuals holding positions such as project manager, quality manager, software development manager, system analytics specialist (business analysts), IT managers or management consultants who are eager to acquire basic knowledge and a fundamental understanding of software testing applications.


Validity
Once achieved, the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level certification does not expire.

Certification prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites for certification. Nevertheless, we recommend participation in a training program offered by an ISTQB accredited training provider prior to taking the exam. In order to acquire the title of ISTQB Certified Tester you simply have to pass the Foundation Level exam.

The Expert Level comprises a variety of specialized topics and targets professional software testers who are highly experienced in the discipline.

Test Management:
Part 1: Strategic Test Management
Part 2: Operational Test Management
Part 3: Managing the Test Team
 
Improving the Testing Process:
Part 1: Assessing test processes
Part 2: Implementing test process improvement
 
Why Expert?
The Expert Level extends the knowledge and experience obtained at the Advanced Level by providing in-depth, practically-oriented certifications in a range of different testing subjects.


Clear Business Outcomes
Each Expert Level module has clear business outcomes. These provide information to businesses concerning the expectations of an expert in a particular subject. The business outcomes map to the individual Learning Objectives in a particular module.


Achieving Expert Level
Criteria are set to ensure good and consistent quality of those wishing to achieve Expert Level certification.


To obtain Expert Level certification, candidates must have:

  • the Foundation Certificate
  • the appropriate Advanced Level Certification; dependent on the Expert Module desired
  • passed the Expert Level Exam
  • at least 5 years of practical testing experience
  • at least 2 years of industry experience in the specific Expert Level topic

Note that the experience criteria may also be attained after taking the exam. It is highly recommended, however, that the candidate obtain this practical experience before taking the exam. If a non-public exam is to be taken, completion of an Expert Level course is mandatory.

What skills does an Expert Level individual have?
An expert is a person with the special skills and knowledge representing mastery of a particular subject. Being a testing expert means possessing and displaying special skills and knowledge derived from training and experience and being able to apply that knowledge in real-life situations.
A testing expert is one that combines a broad understanding of testing in general with an in-depth understanding in a special test area. An in-depth understanding means sufficient knowledge of testing theory and practice to be able to influence the direction that an organization and/or project takes when creating, implementing and executing testing activities related to the special area.

Expert Level exam structure and training

A certification scheme at Expert Level must meet the expectations and perceptions of its stakeholders and has to be seen to be truly "expert". An exam score above 75% is required to pass.
An expert must not only be able to show knowledge, but also in depth practical skills; as a consequence an exam comprised only of multiple choice questions is not ideal. The exam therefore consists of two parts:

Part 1: Multiple-Choice

  • Duration:1 hour
  • 20 questions

Part 2: Essay

  • Duration: Reading: ½ hour, Answering: 2 hours, extra ¾ hour for non-native speakers
  • Answer 4 questions out of 5
  • Mostly higher level learning objectives

Certificate Extension
An Expert Level certificate is valid for 5 years.
It must be renewed using one of the following two options:

  • Repeat the exam
  • Achieve 200 "Certification Extension Credits" (CEC)

CECs may be achieved in a number of areas. For example:

  • Perform a professional testing activity
  • Take a relevant training course
  • Attend a testing conference
  • Present at a testing conference
  • Teach a relevant training course
  • Write a testing article or book
  • Actively participate in a ISTQB® related Working Group (National Board, SIGIST, ISTQB®)


Verifiable evidence must be submitted to the certifier.
The Certification Extension Program is published by ISTQB®
 
Exercises in the Workplace
Several learning objectives are identified in each syllabus which may be achieved in the workplace. Training Providers agree on these exercises with participants before they are performed and must ensure that they have been completed satisfactorily. This concept allows training courses to be split into separate parts with workplace exercises in between and enables maximum practical benefit from the training.

Exam language: English 

ISTQB Advanced Level Specialist

Advanced Level Specialist modules include Security Tester and Test Automation Engineer.

The Advanced Level Security Tester and Advanced Level Test Automation Engineer qualifications are aimed at people who have already achieved an advanced point in their careers in software testing and wish to further develop their expertise in security testing and automation testing respectively.

The focus of Security Tester module is planning, performing and evaluation of security tests from multiple perspectives. A Certified Security Tester should be able to alanyle and evaluate the existing security tests as well as identify the additional security tests needed in every specific situation or project.

Test Automation Engineer module verifies skills and knowledge of the participants in design, development and management of test automation solutions. A Certified Test Automation Engineer should demonstrate deep understanding and expertise in evaluating and using appropriate test automation techniques and approaches in every specific project according to the business needs.

 

 

Validity

Once achieved, the ISTQB Advanced Level certifications do not expire.

 

Curriculum

Key Features

FAQ

Yes. All of our courses follow respective body of knowledge for all courses. Also we have developed good practices and modification as per ongoing trends and requirements in projects. Our process are online , transparent , good practices being followed and trusted by recruiters as they get details of all successful students online on our portal. Thus all Diploma or Certification courses from IIRAMS (International Institute for Research in Agile and Management Studies) are globally accepted.

We understand everyone has different capabilities and responsibilities especially working professionals who have work loads apart from other responsibilities. Thus our programs are made accordingly to fit your schedule.  All diploma courses from IIRAMS vary from 6 month to one year based on mode of course selected.

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