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ISQI CTAL-TM_Syll2012 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | iSQI / ISTQB |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager [Syllabus 2012] |
| Exam Number: | CTAL-TM_Syll2012 |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Choice |
| Real Exam Qty: | 65 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime |
| Available Languages: | Japanese, Russian, Polish, French, Chinese, English, Portuguese, Spanish, German |
| Exam Price: | Approx. €250–€350 / $270–$380 USD (varies by region) |
| Exam Duration: | 180 (+25% extra for non-native language) |
| Related Certifications: | CTFL (Foundation Level) CTAL-TTA (Technical Test Analyst) CTAL-TA (Test Analyst) |
| Passing Score: | 75 points / 65% |
| Recommended Training: | iSQI CTAL-TM 2012 Resources ISTQB Official Syllabus 2012 |
| Exam Registration: | iSQI Official Registration Pearson VUE Testing |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or in-person at authorized test centers (Pearson VUE, iSQI partners) |
| Pre Condition: | Valid ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification; recommended 3–5 years practical testing experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://glossary-preprod.istqb.org/certifications/certified-tester-advanced-level-test-manager-ctal-tm-2012-retiring |
ISQI CTAL-TM_Syll2012 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Improving the Test Process | 10% | - Tool Support and Implementation - Process Improvement Models - Assessing and Improving Processes |
| Managing People and Team | 15% | - Team Organization and Structure - Motivation and Communication - Stakeholder Management - Competency and Skill Development |
| Introduction and Foundations | 10% | - Testing in the Software Development Lifecycle - Standards and Guidelines - Basic Concepts of Test Management |
| Managing the Test Activities | 40% | - Test Estimation
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| Managing the Product | 25% | - Incident Management - Review Management
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Common Questions About the ISQI CTAL-TM_Syll2012 Exam
What is the ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager [Syllabus 2012] exam all about?
The CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam is the official iSQI / ISTQB exam behind the ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager certification, validating the skills measured by the ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager [Syllabus 2012] credential. It sits at the Advanced / Professional level of the iSQI / ISTQB certification program. It also connects to CTAL-TA (Test Analyst), CTAL-TTA (Technical Test Analyst), CTFL (Foundation Level), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam, and how much time do I get?
The CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam contains 65 questions to be completed within 180 (+25% extra for non-native language). Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam is 75 points / 65%, and the official registration fee is Approx. €250–€350 / $270–$380 USD (varies by region). Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 132 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam?
Valid ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification; recommended 3–5 years practical testing experience Requirements can change when iSQI / ISTQB revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam?
You can book the ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager [Syllabus 2012] exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Online proctored or in-person at authorized test centers (Pearson VUE, iSQI partners). Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam?
iSQI / ISTQB recommends the following training resources for the ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager [Syllabus 2012] exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 132 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the CTAL-TM_Syll2012 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free CTAL-TM_Syll2012 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if ISQI revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.
What if I fail the CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam, and how is my order delivered?
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What topics are covered in the CTAL-TM_Syll2012 exam?
The ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager [Syllabus 2012] exam blueprint is organized into 5 domains. The first three are:
- Introduction and Foundations — 10% of the exam
- Managing the Product — 25% of the exam
- Managing the Test Activities — 40% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager [Syllabus 2012] Sample Questions:
Question #1
Test Tools and Automation
Assume you are managing a test automation project for a mission-critical system.
Because vendor provided tools and open source solutions don't meet the needs of this project, you ask your test team to develop a custom automation framework.
Which of the following management issues associated to the development of this custom automation framework is least likely to manage?
Number of correct responses: 1
K21 credit
A. The changes to the custom automation framework should be communicated to all external users of this tool under the GNU license
B. The custom automation framework will require an adequate documentation
C. The custom automation framework will need proper maintenance
D. Proper testing for the custom automation framework must be performed
Question #2
You are following a risk-based testing strategy. The test execution time is very limited. Assume that all the product risk items require more or less the same level of test effort.
Which of the following answers describes the best execution schedule in this scenario?
Number of correct responses: 1
K33 credits
A. 1- Test the correct pre-activation of the Smart Card
2- Test the correct activation of the Smart Card
3- Test the correct charge of the Smart Card with the required contents
4- Test the acceptance of transactions coming from the IVR channel
B. 1- Test the correct pre-activation of the Smart Card
2- Test the correct charge of the Smart Card with the required contents
3- Test the correct activation of the Smart Card
4- Test the acceptance of transactions coming from the IVR channel
C. 1- Test the acceptance of transactions coming from the IVR channel
2- Test the correct charge of the Smart Card with the required contents
3- Test the correct pre-activation of the Smart Card
4- Test the correct activation of the Smart Card
D. 1- Test the correct activation of the Smart Card
2- Test the correct pre-activation of the Smart Card
3- Test the correct charge of the Smart Card with the required contents
4- Test the acceptance of transactions coming from the IVR channel
Question #3
Test Management
Which of the following answers describes a factor that may reduce the effort spent when using distributed test teams without negatively affecting system quality?
Number of correct responses: 1
K21 credit
A. With several distributed test teams, all of the distributed test teams use a single unified test dashboard
B. Difficulties in communication between the distributed test teams due to time zone differences
C. With several distributed test teams, every team assumes that some test conditions are covered by other teams but actually no one covers them
D. With several distributed test teams, two or more teams assume some test conditions are covered by their team and their team alone. But all of the teams actually cover them
Question #4
People Skills - Team Composition
Your test team consists of four members (Mary, Bob, Mark, Dave) with different interpersonal skills.
The following skills assessment spreadsheet shows the characteristics of the team members with respect to a list of interpersonal-skills (for each characteristic only the member with the highest level of that characteristic is indicated and marked with 'X'):
On the next project a member of your test team will have to perform some routine tasks requiring collaboration with other teams.
Who in your test team would you expect to be most suitable at doing these tasks?
Number of correct responses: 1
K43 credits
A. Mary
B. Mark
C. Bob
D. Dave
Question #5
The test team is using a distributed model for testing.
What is the primary factor you should consider with this model? [1]
A. Planned vs. actual hours
B. Co-location of test team
C. Alignment of methodologies
D. Provision of growth opportunities for the individual testers
Solutions:
| Question #1 Answer: A | Question #2 Answer: A | Question #3 Answer: A | Question #4 Answer: A | Question #5 Answer: C |
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