Course Description
The Master Agile Testing Professional (MATP) certification is an advanced professional credential designed to develop, validate, and recognize mastery in Agile testing practices, quality engineering, and test leadership within modern Agile and DevOps environments.
This certification prepares professionals to design, lead, and optimize Agile testing strategies that ensure fast feedback, high product quality, and continuous value delivery. It emphasizes Agile quality principles, test automation, continuous testing, collaboration, and quality governance across the software delivery lifecycle.
MATP goes beyond functional testing by equipping professionals with the strategic, technical, and leadership capabilities required to embed quality as a shared responsibility in Agile, DevOps, and product-driven organizations.
Why Master Agile Testing Professional (MATP) from GIPMC?
As organizations accelerate Agile and DevOps adoption, traditional testing approaches are no longer sufficient. MATP is framework-agnostic, tool-independent, and role-focused, enabling professionals to apply advanced Agile testing practices across Scrum, Kanban, SAFe®, and hybrid delivery models.
Key Advantages
- Advanced-level Agile testing and quality engineering credential
- Framework-agnostic and tool-neutral approach
- Strong focus on continuous testing and fast feedback
- Emphasis on collaboration, automation, and quality leadership
- Applicable across Agile, DevOps, and product-centric organizations
MATP is designed for professionals operating at the senior and leadership level of Agile testing and quality engineering.
Market Relevance
With rapid release cycles and increasing software complexity, organizations demand advanced Agile testing expertise to ensure quality at speed.
- 35–55% reduction in production defects reported by organizations with mature Agile testing practices
- 65–85% employer preference for senior testers and quality leaders with advanced Agile testing credentials
- 30–50% improvement in release predictability and quality outcomes through continuous testing and automation
- 2x faster feedback cycles in Agile teams led by experienced Agile testing professionals
(Based on aggregated global Agile adoption, DevOps quality, and software delivery performance trends.)
These figures demonstrate why master-level Agile testing capability is critical in modern software delivery.
Who Should Pursue Master Agile Testing Professional (MATP)? (Target Audience)
The Master Agile Testing Professional (MATP) certification is suitable for experienced professionals responsible for quality leadership in Agile environments, including:
- Senior Agile Testers and Quality Engineers
- Test Leads, Test Managers, and QA Managers
- Agile Coaches and Quality Coaches
- DevOps and Continuous Testing Professionals
- Software Engineers in Test (SET / SDET)
- Product Quality and Delivery Leaders
- Professionals leading Agile quality transformation initiatives
Across industries, MATP provides a strategic framework for Agile testing leadership and excellence.
Detailed Learning Outcomes
By earning the Master Agile Testing Professional (MATP), candidates demonstrate the ability to:
1. Agile Quality Mindset and Principles
- Agile values and principles related to quality
- Quality ownership in Agile teams
- Shift-left and built-in quality concepts
2. Agile Testing Strategies and Models
- Agile testing quadrants and levels
- Risk-based testing in Agile contexts
- Designing adaptive testing strategies
3. Testing Across the Agile Lifecycle
- Testing in sprint planning, execution, and review
- Continuous feedback and validation
- Testing beyond functional requirements
4. Collaboration and Cross-Functional Testing
- Working with developers, product owners, and stakeholders
- Whole-team quality practices
- Improving communication and shared understanding
5. Test Automation in Agile and DevOps
- Automation strategies and frameworks
- Selecting suitable automation levels
- Balancing automated and exploratory testing
6. Continuous Testing and CI/CD Integration
- Embedding testing in CI/CD pipelines
- Fast feedback and pipeline quality gates
- Supporting continuous delivery
7. Exploratory and Session-Based Testing
- Advanced exploratory testing techniques
- Charter-based and risk-focused exploration
- Learning-driven testing approaches
8. Non-Functional Testing in Agile
- Performance, security, and usability testing
- Integrating non-functional testing early
- Supporting resilient and scalable systems
9. Test Data and Test Environment Management
- Managing test data in Agile environments
- Environment coordination and virtualization
- Reducing testing bottlenecks
10. Metrics, Reporting, and Quality Insights
- Meaningful Agile testing metrics
- Communicating quality status effectively
- Supporting decision-making with data
11. Agile Testing Leadership and Coaching
- Leading and mentoring testers
- Coaching teams toward quality excellence
- Influencing without authority
12. Scaling Agile Testing
- Testing in scaled Agile frameworks
- Coordinating quality across multiple teams
- Managing dependencies and shared components
13. Continuous Improvement and Quality Culture
- Inspecting and adapting testing practices
- Building sustainable quality culture
- Advancing toward enterprise Agile quality maturity
Professional and Career Benefits
Master Agile Testing Professional (MATP) certified professionals are recognized for their ability to:
- Lead Agile testing and quality engineering practices
- Reduce defects while maintaining delivery speed
- Embed quality across Agile and DevOps teams
- Improve collaboration and feedback cycles
- Drive continuous improvement in software quality
The certification supports career advancement into roles such as:
- Master Agile Testing Professional
- Agile Test Lead or QA Manager
- Quality Engineering Lead
- Test Automation and DevOps Quality Lead
- Agile Quality Coach
- Enterprise Quality and Testing Strategist
Certification Validity & Renewal
The Master Agile Testing Professional (MATP) certification is valid for three (3) years from the date of certification award.
Renewal is designed to:
- Maintain professional credibility
- Ensure continued alignment with evolving Agile testing and quality engineering practices
- Protect the long-term value of the certification
Renewal Process Includes:
Timely renewal allows professionals to retain active certification status without interruption.
