Risk-Based Testing
Learn to ensure that the most critical risks are tested—even under tight timelines. In this interactive one-day course, you’ll discover how to analyze risks, classify test cases, and measure residual risk to make confident release decisions.
Any questions?
Anja will gladly help you further with any personal or in-company needs you might have.
Anja van Ackern
Training Advisor
What will I learn?
You’ll master a practical approach to testing with impact. This course teaches you how to identify and analyze risks, prioritize your testing efforts, conduct targeted tests for high-risk areas, and evaluate residual risk to support smart release decisions—all while embedding risk-based testing practices into your team’s workflow.
Key takeaways
- Understand the value of risk-based testing to reduce effort and increase focus
- Identify and analyze software risks quickly and effectively
- Classify and prioritize test cases based on risk relevance
- Measure residual risk to inform release readiness and decision-making
Program
This in-company, 1-day workshop combines short theory sessions with practical exercises. You’ll work on real-world scenarios to analyze risks, map them to test cases, run focused testing, and assess the remaining risk to guide release decisions.
- Introduction to risk-based testing: benefits & role in test strategy
- Analyzing risks: how to find what can cause the most harm
- Classifying and selecting test cases by risk level
- Executing risk-relevant tests and measuring residual risk
- Embedding the method in your team’s routines for long-term impact
Who is it for?
Ideal for Test Managers, Test Coaches, Testers, and Project Managers eager to make testing more efficient—especially within tight schedules—by focusing on risk-prioritized test coverage.
Requirements
ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level certificate
Minimum 18 months of testing experience or equivalent IT background
Why should I follow this training?
Focus on impact, not volume
Use risk-based methods to optimize effort
Make confident release decisions
Measure residual risks, not guess
Equip your team with lasting skills
Embed the practice into every project
Exam and Certification
This training does not include a formal exam. Participants receive a certificate of participation. Available on request as an in-company session.
What else
should I know?
After booking, you’ll receive practical details via email. The course is delivered in-company, in German or English, and tailored to your context.
Course information
1-day in-company workshop on risk-based testing
Includes theory, scenarios, and hands-on exercises
Focuses on identifying, classifying, and testing risks
Helps teams make informed release decisions
