ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Management Training in South Africa

This course is designed to prepare participants for the Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Management (CTAL-TM). It equips learners with the knowledge and competencies needed to manage all test activities across the software development lifecycle. The course covers key areas such as designing test strategies, leading risk assessments, managing test teams, and reporting test progress, ensuring participants can lead effective software testing processes in a variety of project contexts.

• Must have completed the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level certification.
• Recommended practical experience in software testing and a minimum of three years in a related role (e.g., test lead or manager).

Target Audience

• Test Managers, Test Leads, and experienced testers seeking to advance into test management roles.
• Professionals such as project managers, quality managers, and IT directors looking to deepen their understanding of test management.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Implement test management processes in line with organizational strategies.
• Lead and organize risk-based testing and test estimation activities.
• Develop and monitor test plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Manage and develop test teams, ensuring appropriate skills and resources.
• Present business cases for testing, including cost-benefit analyses.
• Lead test process improvements and test automation strategies.

1. Fundamentals of test management

• Overview of testing within the software lifecycle.
• Role and responsibilities of a test manager.

2. Test planning, monitoring, and control

• Creating test strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Estimating, scheduling, and managing testing efforts.

3. Risk-based testing

• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks throughout the testing process.
• Using risk assessments to guide test prioritization.

4. Team management

• Forming and managing test teams.
• Developing necessary skills within the team.
• Leadership and communication skills for test managers.

5. Test tools and automation

• Planning and implementing test automation.
• Selecting appropriate tools for different test phases.

6. Defect management

• Handling defect reporting, tracking, and lifecycle management.
• Working with stakeholders to resolve issues.

7. Evaluating exit criteria and reporting

• Ensuring testing meets defined goals before release.
• Communicating results to project stakeholders.

8. Test process improvement

• Leading initiatives to improve test processes.
• Aligning test improvements with broader organizational goals.

Exams

• Format: 50 multiple-choice questions.
• Duration: 120 minutes (+ extra time for non-native English speakers).
• Passing Score: 65% required to pass.
• Certification: ISTQB Advanced Level Test Management certification.