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Overview
The ISTQB Advanced Test Manager certification is designed for software testing professionals seeking to manage testing activities across the development lifecycle. It equips candidates with the competencies to lead testing efforts, build test strategies, assess risks, and report effectively to stakeholders. This advanced certification also supports career advancement in roles such as test manager, project manager, and quality assurance manager.
Objectives
By the end of this course, leaner will be able to:
- Manage end-to-end testing processes in diverse software projects.
- Identify and engage test stakeholders based on lifecycle models.
- Conduct risk assessments to prioritize testing objectives.
- Develop a project-specific test strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Lead test process improvement initiatives within projects and organizations.
Prerequisites
- Certified Tester Foundation Level certificate (v4.0 or earlier).
- Practical experience in software testing (specific criteria depend on the provider).
- Basic understanding of software development models and project management.
- Familiarity with organizational test strategies and defect workflows.
- Interest in enhancing expertise in test management.
Course Outline
Module 1 : Test Management Processes and StandardsCourses2024-11-05T13:39:53+05:30
- Overview of test management processes and how to implement them.
- Importance of alignment with organizational and project strategies.
- Discussion of key industry standards in test management.
Module 2 : Stakeholder Engagement and Lifecycle ModelsCourses2024-11-05T13:41:01+05:30
- Identifying and engaging test stakeholders in various roles.
- Aligning testing activities with agile, waterfall, and hybrid development models.
- Adapting test management practices to lifecycle contexts.
Module 3 : Risk-Based Testing and Test Strategy DevelopmentCourses2024-11-05T13:42:23+05:30
- Conducting risk identification and risk assessment sessions.
- Developing a risk-based test approach to address project-specific risks.
- Designing a project-level test strategy consistent with organizational goals.
Module 4 : Monitoring, Control, and ReportingCourses2024-11-05T13:43:18+05:30
- Techniques for tracking test progress and controlling testing activities.
- Reporting test outcomes to stakeholders effectively.
- Utilizing metrics for assessing test team performance and adjusting plans.
Module 5 : Resource Planning and EstimationCourses2024-11-05T13:44:15+05:30
- Estimating test resources and infrastructure requirements.
- Managing test schedules, budgets, and human resources.
- Practical strategies for effective resource utilization in test projects.
