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CTEL-TM — ISTQB Certified Tester Expert Level – Test Management

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The credential needs all 3 modules (Strategic, Operational, Managing the Test Team), each with an essay-based exam of 135 min. Needs CTFL, CTAL-TM and 5 years of testing experience.

Issuer
ISTQB
Industry
Data, AI & Software
Domain
Quality & Testing
Level
Expert
Exam fee
$1,725 — verified 2026-09-25

Prerequisites & eligibility

Requires holding: CTAL-TM.

Experience: 7+ years testing incl. 2+ in test management

Renewal & maintenance

Valid for 7 years. Renew by cpe.

Expert Level valid 7 years; re-certify via CEP credits or exam

Recognition

Expert test leadership (essay + multiple choice)

Career paths that include CTEL-TM

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