ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) Foundation Level
The ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) course equips software testers and test analysts with model-based testing techniques to solve inefficiencies in traditional test design, generation, and maintenance for complex systems. It covers MBT integration into the test process, modeling practices, test selection criteria, and deployment evaluation to boost effectiveness. The certification exam features 40 questions with a 26-point passing score.
This course prepares candidates for the official ISTQB Certified Tester Model-Based Tester (CT-MBT) certification using Koenig's official vendor-authorized courseware. Learners advance their careers with improved QA processes and eligibility for higher-level ISTQB qualifications.
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Course Overview
The ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) course, offered by the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB), prepares professionals for the CT-MBT certification exam and equips them with advanced skills in model-based testing (MBT). Designed for testers, test analysts, test managers, software developers, and architects, this certification is ideal for individuals seeking to enhance test efficiency and effectiveness through formal modeling techniques. According to industry adoption trends, over 70% of large software organizations are now exploring or implementing model-based approaches to reduce test cycle times and improve coverage. The ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) certification builds directly on the Foundation Level qualification, enabling participants to integrate MBT into Agile and DevOps environments while aligning test strategies with business risk and value.
Participants engage with key tools and methodologies central to modern MBT practices, including modeling languages such as UML, SysML, and BPMN, as well as MBT-specific platforms like GraphWalker, Conformiq, and LEIRIOS Test Generator. Through hands-on labs conducted in a simulated development environment, students create and validate simple MBT models using workflow-based and state transition-based modeling techniques, applying test selection criteria to generate executable test cases. A core lab project involves designing an MBT model for a real-world application—such as a banking transaction system—and iteratively refining it based on changing requirements, while maintaining traceability to test objectives and requirements. These exercises emphasize practical skills in model simulation, test adaptation, and integration with test management and automation frameworks, ensuring readiness for deployment in complex software lifecycles.
Earning the ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) certification validates expertise recognized across global IT industries, particularly in sectors adopting continuous testing and model-driven development. Certified professionals report career advancements such as promotions into senior test design or quality engineering roles, with salary increases averaging 15–20% post-certification according to ASTQB labor market data. Koenig Solutions enhances preparation through Guaranteed-to-Run live instructor-led training, using official ISTQB-accredited courseware and one-on-one mentoring to ensure deep conceptual mastery. Graduates emerge ready to lead MBT initiatives, optimize test processes, and contribute strategically to software quality assurance in evolving technical landscapes.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Prerequisites:
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- "Hold the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification",
- "Possess a solid understanding of the software development life cycle and testing phases as defined in the ISTQB CT-MBT Syllabus v1.0",
- "Demonstrate familiarity with classic test design techniques including equivalence partitioning, boundary value analysis, decision tables, state transition testing, and use case testing",
- "Maintain working knowledge of modeling notations such as UML or BPMN for representing system behavior",
- "Show ability to interpret and analyze models for deriving test cases",
- "Provide evidence of experience in creating or working with test specifications and test conditions"
- ]
- Learning Outcomes:
- The ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) course enables professionals to design efficient, automated tests that can reduce testing time by up to 30 percent. Participants will gain the skills necessary to adopt model-based testing techniques for improved software quality and enhanced career prospects in quality assurance, fully aligned with the standards set forth in the ISTQB CT-MBT Syllabus v1.0.
Certification Exam
Everything you need to know about the ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) Foundation Level certification exam
Course Curriculum
Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios
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Day 1– Mastering ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) Fundamentals
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Day 2– Advanced ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) Modeling
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Day 3– Applying ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) Techniques
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Day 4– ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) Selection Criteria
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Day 5– ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) Deployment Strategies
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) Foundation Level certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester (CT-MBT) Foundation Level certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- ISTQB Certified Model Based Tester
- Senior Test Analyst
- Technical Test Analyst
- QA Automation Engineer
- Test Automation Architect
- Test Manager
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