Are you a Test Manager ready to take the next step in your testing career? Here’s great news: ISTQB has launched a new version of their Advanced Test Manager certification, now called ISTQB Advanced Test Management (ATM).
This update focuses more on the discipline of test management across various development processes, rather than solely on the traditional role of a Test Manager. It’s not just a revision—it’s a complete rethinking of what it takes to manage testing activities in modern, agile, and hybrid environments.
ISTQB ATM is also fully aligned with the ISTQB Foundation 4.0 certification and acts as a natural extension of your career path within testing and test leadership.
At Trifork QI, we are among the first to offer the new course, and we’re excited about what it means for both our participants and the testing industry at large. But what exactly is new in version 3.0—and what should you, as a Test Manager, be prepared for?
See the updated course here: ISTQB Advanced Test Management v. 3.0
What’s new in ISTQB Advanced Test Management (ATM)?
The new ATM version is fully aligned with ISTQB Foundation 4.0 and focuses on strategic test leadership, quality management, and leading across the organization. While earlier versions primarily focused on planning and controlling test activities, version 3.0 introduces a much more ambitious approach. Test management today is about driving quality and value across the business. It’s become a critical part of organizational success—and your skills as a Test Manager should reflect that. You will be empowered to:
- Drive strategic quality initiatives
- Lead teams in complex, agile, and hybrid environments
- Collaborate closely with the business
- Enable continuous improvement in testing processes
Test management is no longer just about planning and control—it’s about creating value through quality.
What’s new in the syllabus?
Version 3.0 brings an updated syllabus that reflects today’s needs, including:
- Increased focus on risk-based testing: Learn how to handle risks strategically—both in test efforts and within business-critical contexts.
- Tailored test approaches: Learn to choose the right approach for your specific project needs and how to define measurable test objectives.
- Leadership in agile and hybrid teams: How do you lead testing in agile teams? How do you ensure quality in DevOps setups? We dive into that.
- Business understanding and communication: Test leadership now requires you to communicate testing value clearly, speak the business language, and keep quality in focus.
- Less focus on traditional models, more on value and user experience: Quality isn’t static—it’s about creating tangible value for users and the business. This shift is core to the new approach.
What does it mean for you as a Test Manager?
The new version also raises the bar for Test Managers. You’re expected not just to plan and coordinate—but to lead, inspire, and provide clarity in complex delivery environments. Today’s Test Manager is expected to:
✓ Take ownership of quality across the delivery flow
✓ Act as a business partner and sparring collaborator
✓ Support teams with methods, motivation, tools, and prioritization
✓ Facilitate learning and improvement in both test and development teams
The role of the Test Manager is now more business-driven and strategic than ever before—and your skills must reflect that shift.
Why choose Trifork QI?
At Trifork QI, we’re among the first in the Nordics to offer the updated ISTQB Advanced Test Management course. You’ll be trained by experienced consultants who actively work with test leadership. The course ends with a globally recognized certification and gives you practical tools to use in your day-to-day work. It’s designed for professionals already working with test management who want to strengthen their skills for both traditional and agile contexts.
Ready to take the next step in your test career?
You can learn more about the course and see upcoming dates here: ISTQB Advanced Test Management v. 3.0
If you have questions or want career guidance as a Test Manager, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help you move forward with confidence.