ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst

ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst Outline

Module 1: Tasks of the Test Analyst in the Test Process 

• Testing in the Software Development Lifecycle 

• Involvement in Test Activities 

  • Test Analysis 

  • Test Design 

  • Test Implementation 

  • Test Execution 

• Tasks Related to Work Products 

  • High-Level Test Cases and Low-Level Test Cases 

  • Quality Criteria for Test Cases 

  • Test Environment Requirements 

  • Determining Test Oracles 

  • Test Data Requirements 

  • Developing Test Scripts Using Keyword-Driven Testing 

  • Tools Applied in Managing the Testware 
     

Module 2: Tasks of the Test Analyst in Risk-Based Testing 

• Introduction to the Tasks of the Test Analyst in Risk-Based Testing 

• Risk Analysis 

• Risk Control 
   

Module 3: Test Analysis and Test Design 

• Introduction to Test Analysis and Test Design 

• Data-Based Test Techniques 

  • Domain Testing 

  • Combinatorial Testing 

  • Random Testing 

• Behaviour-Based Test Techniques 

  • CRUD Testing 

  • State Transition Testing 

  • Scenario-Based Testing 

• Rule-Based Test Techniques 

  • Decision Table Testing 

  • Metamorphic Testing 

• Experience-Based Testing 

  • Test Charters Supporting Session-Based Testing 

  • Checklists Supporting Experience-Based Test Techniques 

  • Crowd Testing 

• Applying the Most Appropriate Test Techniques 

  • Selecting Test Techniques to Mitigate Product Risks 

  • Benefits and Risks of Automating the Test Design 
     

Module 4: Testing Quality Characteristics 

• Introduction to Testing Quality Characteristics 

• Functional Testing 

• Usability Testing 

• Flexibility Testing 

• Compatibility Testing 
   

Module 5: Software Defect Prevention 

• Introduction to Software Defect Prevention 

• Defect Prevention Practices 

• Supporting Phase Containment 

  • Using Models to Detect Defects 

  • Applying Review Techniques 

• Mitigating the Recurrence of Defects 

  • Analysing Test Results to Improve Defect Detection 

  • Supporting Root Cause Analysis with Defect Classification 

What You’ll Learn in this Course

This course develops advanced analytical and technical testing capabilities, empowering professionals to design precise and effective test cases that improve software quality and performance. 
 

• Learn to apply structured test design techniques across functional and non-functional testing 

• Learn to analyse and prioritise tests based on business risk and project context 

• Learn to perform defect classification, reporting, and root cause analysis effectively 

• Learn to apply advanced test management and traceability methods 

• Learn to collaborate with developers and stakeholders for efficient defect resolution 

• Learn to improve software quality through optimised test coverage and reporting 

ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst Exam Information

The ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst Exam evaluates a learner's ability to design, execute, and analyse advanced test cases using professional techniques and industry best practices. The format of the exam is as follows: 

• Question Type: Multiple Choice 

• Total Questions: 40 

• Pass Mark: 65% 

• Duration: 2 Hours 

• Type: Closed Book