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TM12 Exam Topics and Domains
TM12 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Risk management tools, Test management tools, Agile planning tools, Analytics tools, and more.
Testing Process
Test Planning and Estimation
- Create test plans consistent with organizational policies and test strategies
- Estimate testing effort using various techniques
Test Monitoring and Control
- Monitor and control test activities to achieve project objectives
- Select and implement appropriate control actions
Test Analysis, Design and Implementation
- Analyze test basis and identify test conditions
- Design and prioritize test cases
Test Closure
- Execute test closure activities
- Create test completion reports
Test Management
Risk-Based Testing
- Organize and lead risk identification and risk analysis sessions
- Create risk-based test strategies
Test Organization
- Build and manage effective test teams
- Develop team skills and capabilities
Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders
- Manage stakeholder relationships
Defect Management
Defect Lifecycle Management
- Implement effective defect management processes
- Analyze defect data for process improvement
Test Tools and Automation
Test Tool Selection and Implementation
- Select and implement appropriate test tools
- Manage tool introduction and adoption
Industry-Specific Testing
Testing in Different SDLC Models
- Adapt testing approaches to different SDLC models
- Manage testing in various contexts
How do I earn this certification?
Passing TM12 earns the ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager certification. It sits in the Software Testing track.
- CTEL-TM - ISTQB Expert Level Test Management
- CTAL-ATM - Agile Test Manager
- CTAL-TA - Test AnalystComplementary advanced testing skills
- CTAL-TTA - Technical Test AnalystTechnical testing specialization
- CTAL-SEC - Security Tester Security testing specialization
- PMI-ACP - PMI Agile Certified PractitionerAgile project management skills
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What's changed on this exam?
- RETIRING
- Last content update: 2012
- Announcement date: 2024-05-30
- Agile Test Management Enhanced in v3.0 Significantly expanded coverage in v3.0 compared to 2012 • Release date: 2024-05-30
- DevOps Testing New in v3.0 Added continuous testing and pipeline management • Release date: 2024-05-30
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Test Managers and Test Team Leaders.
- Minimum 3 years testing experience
- At least 6 months experience as a tester or software developer