Risk-Based Testing

IREB
ISTQB

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 

+41 43 288 88 55
anja.vanackern@xebia.com 

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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

  1. Understand the value of risk-based testing to reduce effort and increase focus
  2. Identify and analyze software risks quickly and effectively
  3. Classify and prioritize test cases based on risk relevance
  4. 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

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