ISTQB Advance Level
Build advanced software testing skills, including test management, test analysis, and test design techniques, to enhance your expertise and prepare for the ISTQB Advanced Level certification.
Course Modules
Our course modules feature a balanced curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on training. This approach ensures students develop industry-relevant skills and are well-prepared for their future careers.
Introduction to Python
Key Topics:
- Welcome to The Masterclass
- Prerequisites for this course
- How to install the Linux terminal on Window 10
- The DevOps Problem
- Continuous Integration
- Continuous Delivery
- Continuous Deployment
- Continuous Improvement
- Modern Environments
- Team Autonomy
- The DevOps Teacher Model
- The Concepts Quiz
Ubuntu History
- Pros & Cons
- Distributions
- Virtualisation
- Shells, GUI, Terminal
- File System
- Directories Commands
- Permissions, User, & Groups
- Crontab
- Text Editors
- Other Essential tools Backup Techniques
Networks & security model
Key Topics:
- TCP IP/ Fundamentals
- DNS
- Http/s SSL
- FTP
Cloud computing AWS
Key Topics:
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Introduction to AWS Architecture
- Domains of AWS
- AWS Compute Services (EC2, Lambda)
- Storage Service (S3) Networking Services
- AWS CloudFront
- Monitoring & Management (AWS CloudWatch)
- Auto-Scaling & Load Balancer
- Auto-Scaling & Load Balancer
- Cloud Security
- AWS IAM
- Amazon Redshift
Azure
- Azure Fundamentals
- Active Directory
RBAC
- Compute Services (App Services, Function, CDN)
- Storage Services (Storage Account, Databases, etc.)
- Networks and App Gateway
- Monitoring & Auto Scaling
- Automation Account
- Azure Analytics Workspace
Bash scripting
- Shell Scripting
- Introduction Syntax
- Variables Operators
- Conditionals Loops
- Parameter Substitution Functions
- Command Substitution
- Power shell
- Introduction Syntax
- Examples of power shell
- Python
- Introduction Syntax
- Variables Datatypes
- Conditionals Loops
- Arrays & Functions
- Classes/Objects Inheritance
- Scripting Examples
Version control system
- What is Git?
- Different Git Vendors.
- Using Git (Command line + GUI).
- Installing Git (Linux + Windows) Configuring Git
- Cloning a Repository Basic Git Floy
- Essential Commands
CI/CD Jenkins
Key Topics:
- Introduction
- What is Continuous Integration?
- What is Continuous Deployment?
- What is Jenkins?
- Jenkins Installation, Setup,
- Demo of Jenkins Master-Slave architecture
- Jenkins Pipeline
- What is a Jenkins file?
- Pipeline Concepts
- Create your first Pipeline
Azure Devops
- Introduction Azure
- Boards Azure
- Repos Pipelines
AWS Devops
- Introduction
- AWS DevOps Components
- Building a CICD Pipeline on AWS
What Is Docker?
Key Topics:
- What is a Container?
- Docker vs Virtual Machine Docker Installation
- Main Docker Command
- Debugging a Container Demo Project Overview
- Developing with Containers Docker Compose
- What is Docker file
- Private Docker Repository
- private Registry on AWS
- Azure Container Registry Deploy
- Containerized App
- Docker Volumes Volumes Demo
Kubernetes
Key Topics:
- What is K8s?
- Main K8s Components K8s Architecture
- Minikube and kubectl
- Local Setup Main Kubectl Commands
- K8s CLI K8s YAML configuration File
MongoDB And Mongo Express
- Organizing your components with K8s
- Namespaces K8s Ingress explained
- Persisting Data in K8s with Volumes
- Deploying Stateful Apps
- Stateful Set K8s Services Explained
Terraform
Key Topics:
- Introduction AWS Setup
- Windows Setup Linux Install
VS Code
- Terraform Overview Modifying Resources Deleting Resouces
- Referencing Resources Terraform Files
AWS Cloud Formation
- AWS CloudFormation Components Templates in CloudFormation
- Stacks in CloudFormation Direct Update
Configuration Management "ANSIBLE"
Key Topics:
- Introduction to Ansible
- Ansible Playbook Tutorial Ansible Explained
- Writing Ansible Playbook Ansible Tower Tutorial Ansible vs Terraform
Monitoring & Logging NAGIOS
Key Topics:
- Introduction
- What is Nagios? Why Nagios?
- Nagios Core vs NagiosXl
- Nagios Core Installation
- Defining Contacts and ContactGroups
- Defining Time periods
- Defining Host and Service
- Defining Host Groups
- Defining Service Groups
- Creating Multiple Nagios Carousers
- Installing NSClient in Windows
- Linux Server Monitoring using NCPA method
- Configuring HTML EmailNotifications
Servers Apache
Key Topics:
- What is Web Server? Installation
- Managing Service
- Main Configuration File
- What is IIS and how it works? Installation
- Web Platform Installer Tool? Hosting Website.
- What are bindings?
- What are application pools?
NGINX
- What is Nginx?
- Nginx Architecture
- Why should we use Nginx?
- How to Install Nginx?
- Hands-on; Deploying a Web Application on Nginx
Case Studies for Devops Implemented Projects
- Monolithic vs Micro-Services
- Architecture Deployment Models
- Case Study for Monolithic App
- Case study for Containerized Application
- Case Study for the Architecture managed through laC
- Case Study for a completely managed Deployment Model
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ISTQB Advanced Level (Core Modules)
Program Duration: 1 Month (Intensive Track)
Format: Blended (On-Campus & Online) with Recorded Lectures
Includes: Global Certification Prep + Mock Exams + Practical Application Labs
Elevate Your Testing Career to Expert Status
You’ve mastered the fundamentals. Now it’s time to lead. The ISTQB Advanced Level certification is the global benchmark for experienced testing professionals who want to move into senior roles, lead testing teams, and design sophisticated test strategies.
In this intensive one-month program, you will choose one of three specialized paths—Test Analyst, Technical Test Analyst, or Test Manager—and dive deep into advanced techniques, risk-based testing, and strategic quality assurance. This is not just about passing an exam; it’s about transforming how you think about software quality and positioning yourself for leadership roles in Pakistan’s growing IT industry and beyond.
Choose Your Path: Three Advanced Specializations
The ISTQB Advanced Level consists of three core modules. You can take one, two, or all three to earn the prestigious “Full Advanced Level” certification .
| Specialization | Focus Area | Ideal For | Exam Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test Analyst (TA) | Business requirements, functional testing, user-centric quality attributes | Functional testers, business analysts, QA analysts | 60 MCQs | 1 Month |
| Technical Test Analyst (TAE) | Code-level testing, non-functional testing, test automation | Developers, automation engineers, technical testers | 45 MCQs | 1 Month |
| Test Manager (TM) | Test strategy, team leadership, risk management, project governance | Test leads, QA managers, project managers | 65 MCQs | 1 Month |
Program Structure: One Month. Deep Mastery.
Each path follows a four-week intensive structure, combining theory, practical exercises, and exam preparation.
Week 1: Foundations & Advanced Context
The Advanced Tester’s Mindset: Understanding your role in the software development lifecycle across different SDLC models (Agile, Sequential, Hybrid) .
Risk-Based Testing Deep Dive: Move beyond simple risk identification. Learn to facilitate risk assessment sessions, prioritize testing based on business impact, and align test strategy with organizational risk tolerance .
Week 2: Specialized Techniques & Analysis
For Test Analyst Path:
Advanced Black-Box Techniques: State transition testing, classification trees, pairwise testing, and use case testing .
Quality Characteristics for Business: Testing for functional completeness, correctness, appropriateness, usability, and interoperability .
For Technical Test Analyst Path:
Structure-Based Techniques: Condition testing, MC/DC, path testing, and API testing .
Non-Functional Testing Deep Dive: Performance testing, security testing, reliability testing, and portability testing .
For Test Manager Path:
Strategic Test Planning: Defining project and organizational test strategies, selecting the right approaches for different contexts .
Estimation & Metrics: Advanced estimation techniques, defining and tracking meaningful test metrics, and using them for project control .
Week 3: Reviews, Defects & Automation
Reviews & Static Analysis: Leading formal reviews, architectural and code reviews, using static analysis for maintainability .
Defect Management: Root cause analysis, defect prevention strategies, and implementing effective defect workflows .
Test Automation Strategy: For all paths—understanding automation ROI, selecting the right tools, and designing for maintainability .
Week 4: Team Leadership & Exam Readiness
Managing the Team (for Managers): Identifying skill requirements, fostering the “whole team approach,” and building a business case for testing .
Full-Length Mock Exams: Simulated exams under timed conditions with detailed feedback.
Exam Technique & Final Review: Targeted review of challenging topics, question strategy, and confidence-building.
You must hold a valid ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL) certificate . Additionally, while not mandatory for the exam, it is strongly recommended that you have practical experience—typically 6 to 18 months in software testing or development—to fully grasp the advanced concepts
Yes, our intensive format is designed specifically for focused learners. The one-month track requires commitment (approximately 15-20 hours per week of live instruction and self-study). However, this is a proven model—many professionals prefer this accelerated pace to quickly achieve certification and advance their careers. All sessions are recorded for review.
Your choice should align with your current role and career goals :
Choose Test Analyst if you work closely with business requirements, functional testing, and user experience.
Choose Technical Test Analyst if you have a development background and want to specialize in automation, security, or performance testing.
Choose Test Manager if you aspire to lead teams, define strategy, and manage testing projects.
Not sure? Our career advisors can help you decide.
Excellent! You can take multiple modules sequentially. If you pass all three (Test Analyst, Technical Test Analyst, and Test Manager), you will be awarded the prestigious ISTQB Full Advanced Level certificate . Please contact our admissions team to discuss a custom learning pathway.
Yes. All live sessions are recorded and made available on our Learning Management System (LMS) for the duration of the workshop, so you can catch up at your own pace.