ISTQB Foundation Level V4.0

Course Overview

• This course introduces students to the fundamentals of software testing in a clear and practical way. It covers all topics from version 4.0 using real world examples, real scenarios, and step-by-step explanations.
• The course helps students understand testing concepts, practice exam-style questions, and prepare confidently for the ISTQB exam.
• In addition, the training prepares students for technical interviews and real job requirements in the software testing field.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand fundamental testing principles and terminologies.
• Apply test design techniques such as equivalence partitioning, boundary value analysis, and decision tables.
• Identify defects and write clear, structured defect reports.
• Understand test levels, test types & testing techniques.
• Work with basic test management concepts including test planning, monitoring & control, risk handling and prioritization.
• Solve ISTQB-style questions with confidence and prepare for the international exam then being ready for real working environments.

Prerequisites

• No prior testing experience is required.
• The training starts from the very basics and builds up step by step.

Target Certification

• Certificate of Completion from MIU.
• Prepares participants for the ISTQB Foundation Level

Discount on international exam

• Support for ISTQB Foundation Level, including guidance on voucher issuance and available discounts.

Who Should Attend

• Computer Science & Engineering students
• Junior Test Engineers
• Anyone planning to start a career in software testing
• Developers who want to understand code testing fundamentals

Course Content

Ch1. Fundamentals of Testing

• What is Testing
• Why is Testing Necessary
• Testing Principles
• New Activities, Testware & Test Roles
• Essential Skills & Good Practices in Testing

Ch2. Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle

• Testing in the Context of SDLC
• Test Levels & Test Types
• Maintenance Testing

Ch3. Static Testing

• Static Testing Basics
• Feedback & Review Process

Ch4. Test Analysis & Design

• Test Techniques Overview
• Black-Box Test Techniques
• White-Box Test Techniques
• Experience-Based Test Techniques
• Collaboration-Based Test Approaches

Ch5. Managing the Test Activities

• Test Planning
• Risk Management
• Test Monitoring, Test Control & Test Completion
• Configuration Management
• Defect Management

Ch6. Test Tools

• Tool Support for Testing
• Benefits & Risks of Test Automation

Recommended Next Course

• ISTQB Agile Tester

Job Profiles

• Software Tester
• Quality Assurance Engineer
• Manual Tester
• Test Analyst
• QA Specialist

Work Environments

• Software development companies
• IT service providers
• Agile software teams
• Quality assurance departments
• SaaS and cloud-based software companies

Estimated Time to Completion: 50 hours

Time Plan: Round 1_July 2026

Day	Topics & Activities	No. Of Hours	Date	Time	Location
Day 1	Chapter 1	6 H	July 05, 2026	10AM to 4 PM	On Campus
Day 2	½ Chapter 2	4 H	July 06, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 3	½ Chapter 2	4 H	July 07, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 4	Chapter 3 + Qs	4 H	July 08, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 5	Chapter 4	6 H	July 12, 2026	10AM to 4 PM	On Campus
Day 6	Chapter 5	4 H	July 13, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 7	Chapter 6 + Qs	4 H	July 14, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 8	Chapter 1 & 2 Qs	4 H	July 15, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 9	Chapter 1 & 2 Qs	4 H	July 19, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 10	Chapter 4 Qs	3 H	July 20, 2026	6 PM – 9 PM	Online
Day 11	Chapter 4 Qs	3 H	July 21, 2026	6 PM – 9 PM	Online
Day 12	Chapter 5 Qs	4 H	July 22, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online

Time Plan: Round 2_Aug 2026

Day	Topics & Activities	No. Of Hours	Date	Time	Location
Day 1	Chapter 1	6 H	August 16, 2026	10AM to 4 PM	On Campus
Day 2	½ Chapter 2	4 H	August 17, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 3	½ Chapter 2	4 H	August 18, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 4	Chapter 3 + Qs	4 H	August 19, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 5	Chapter 4	6 H	August 23, 2026	10AM to 4 PM	On Campus
Day 6	Chapter 5	4 H	August 24, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 7	Chapter 6 + Qs	4 H	August 25, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 8	Chapter 1 & 2 Qs	4 H	August 26, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 9	Chapter 1 & 2 Qs	4 H	August 30, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online
Day 10	Chapter 4 Qs	3 H	August 31, 2026	6 PM – 9 PM	Online
Day 11	Chapter 4 Qs	3 H	September 1, 2026	6 PM – 9 PM	Online
Day 12	Chapter 5 Qs	4 H	September 2, 2026	6 PM – 10 PM	Online

Dual Course Registration Offer

When registering for both the ISTQB Foundation Level V4.0 Course and the ISTQB Agile Tester Course, the total combined fees for both programs will be 6,000 LE.