The ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager (IALTM)® Certification sets a global standard for evaluating the skills and abilities of software testing professionals at, or aspiring to, management levels. Achieving the IALTB® designation demonstrates proficiency in software testing principles and practices, showcasing the necessary skills to manage the software testing function.
The IALTB® Certification is valuable for IT upper management to assess the potential success of candidates for management roles. It also offers IT professionals an objective evaluation of their management abilities.
Developed based on the Test Management Body of Knowledge (TMBOK), the IALTB® Certification aims to bridge the gap in management skills required by test managers and leads to effectively oversee the test process, projects, and organizations. Its objectives include:
- Assisting individuals in enhancing their test management skills through formal education
- Establishing a common skill set for software test managers and leads based on defined knowledge
- Building a pool of qualified software test managers
- Preparing test professionals, particularly those with Master Level Certification, for management and lead roles in software testing projects
- Providing professional recognition and career advancement for test project managers
The certification includes an E-Course with a duration of 30 to 35 hours. It aligns with the e-Competence Framework (e-CF), which maps the certificate against recognized competencies.
E-Course Duration: 30 to 35 hours
