ISTQB® Certified Tester – Mobile Application Testing | 1 & 2 April 2025 | Vilvoorde

Embark on a journey of professional growth and innovation with our dynamic ISTQB® Certified Tester – Mobile Application Testing (CT-MAT) course. 

The ISTQB® Certified Tester – Mobile Application Testing (CT-MAT) certification equips you with the essential skills to effectively test mobile applications, ensuring high-quality and reliable software in the mobile environment. This certification covers the unique challenges and methodologies specific to mobile application testing, aligning with the principles of mobile software development. Testers in mobile projects need a deep understanding of mobile-specific testing techniques and how to integrate them into the overall testing strategy. 

Objectives

The core of the ISTQB® Certified Tester – Mobile Application Testing (CT-MAT) course focuses on equipping professionals with the specialized knowledge and skills required to effectively test mobile applications. This ensures that mobile apps meet quality standards, user expectations, and business requirements. The core elements of the course include: 

1. Foundational Knowledge of Mobile Testing: 

• Understanding the unique challenges and principles of mobile application testing. 
• Recognizing the differences between mobile testing and traditional software testing. 

2. Mobile Testing Strategies and Approaches: 

• Developing and implementing mobile testing strategies tailored to various mobile platforms (iOS, Android, etc.). 
• Applying different testing methods and techniques specific to mobile environments, such as usability testing, performance testing, and security testing. 

3. Mobile Application Architecture and Technologies: 

• Understanding the architecture of mobile applications and the technologies used in their development. 
• Identifying the key components of mobile apps and their impact on testing activities. 

4. Testing in Mobile Environments: 

• Addressing the unique aspects of mobile environments, including device fragmentation, network conditions, and battery life. 
• Utilizing emulators, simulators, and real devices for effective mobile testing. 

5. Mobile-Specific Test Design Techniques: 

• Designing test cases that cover mobile-specific features such as touch interfaces, sensors, and location services. 
• Incorporating user experience (UX) and usability considerations into mobile test design. 

6. Automation in Mobile Testing: 

• Implementing test automation frameworks and tools specific to mobile applications. 
• Writing and executing automated test scripts for mobile apps. 

7. Performance and Security Testing: 

• Conducting performance testing to ensure mobile apps run efficiently under various conditions. 
• Performing security testing to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in mobile applications. 

8. Tool Support for Mobile Testing: 

• Utilizing specialized tools and technologies for mobile testing, including test management tools, automation tools, and performance testing tools. 
• Integrating mobile testing tools into the overall testing process. 

These core elements aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of mobile application testing, enabling professionals to plan, execute, and optimize testing activities to ensure high-quality mobile applications. 

Prerequisites

To gain the CT-MAT certification, a candidate must hold the Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certificate. If you hold a pre-CTFL 4.0 certification and want to be fully aligned with testing in mobile environments, this course and certification is the best option for you! 

Course Outline

The course is structured according to the ISTQB® Certified Tester Mobile Application Testing syllabus. This way, you can relate the course topics to the syllabus. You can download the ISTQB® Certified Tester Mobile Application Testing syllabus here. Do you want to take a closer look at the course outline? You can check it out here.  

Course Delivery

The course duration is two days and is organised only in a live classroom or live virtual classroom. 

Our accredited trainer will share experience in software testing through various real-life examples and different mock exams questions will ensure you’re optimally prepared to pass your certification exam. 

The course material is in English. The course is in Dutch or English. 

All training materials are provided at the start of the training. 

The Exam

The exam can be taken via a Flex (remote) or in an exam centre of choice (Pearson View). 

40 multiple-choice questions
Total points 40 
Passing score 26 
60 minutes (+25%, if the candidate’s native language is not the exam language). 

Administration

Pricing 
€ 1.260/person for two days. All prices include the exam fee, which is subject to change. All prices are VAT excluded; course material, exam, lunch and beverages are included. 

Course Logistics 
All courses begin promptly at 9 am and are scheduled until 5 pm. 

This course is organised in a Live Classroom. When required, you can organise an in-company format training course. Please reach out to us for more information.

Terms and Conditions
Find our Terms and Conditions for the training here.