IREB CPRE Advanced Level – Requirements Elicitation – preparation for the certification exam

Training description

The IREB CPRE Advanced Level Requirements Elicitation training course delves deeper into the requirements elicitation topics introduced at the basic level of IREB certification. During the training, the participant will learn various techniques and approaches to requirements elicitation – from interviewing and questionnaires, to observational techniques and prototyping. The participant will gain knowledge in identifying the sources of requirements and planning the elicitation process, additionally learning about requirements consolidation techniques, including requirements conflict management.

The training is based on the IREB CPRE Advanced Level Requirements Elicitation syllabus developed by the International Requirements Engineering Board (IREB). The IREB is composed of recognized, with relevant achievements and track record, representatives of requirements engineering from academia, industry and consulting.

During the training, the participant will learn the scope of knowledge required to approach the certification exam. We will also discuss the exam formula and rules, as well as good practices for preparing for the exam – how to study, what to pay attention to when studying the source material.

Earning the IREB CPRE Advanced Level certification is an excellent investment in your career development.  The certificate is internationally recognized and valid indefinitely.

Course objectives

• To familiarize participants with the activities and techniques of requirements elicitation according to IREB;
• To familiarize participants with the principles of requirements consolidation;
• Preparation for the CPRE Advanced Level certification exam.

Topics covered

• EU 1 A framework for structuring and managing requirements elicitation and conflict resolution:
  • The scope of elicitation and conflict resolution in Requirements Engineering;
  • Factors relevant to the approach of planning elicitation and conflict resolution;
  • Planning and executing requirements elicitation and conflict resolution;
  • Process patterns.
• EU 2 Requirements sources:
  • Fundamentals of requirements sources;
  • Identify, classify, manage stakeholders;
  • Identify, classify, manage systems.
• EU 3 Elicitation Techniques:
  • Gathering techniques;
  • Design and idea-generating techniques;
  • Thinking tools;
  • Example for structuring elicitation techniques: attributes.
• EU 4 Conflict Resolution:
  • Conflict identification;
  • Conflict analysis;
  • Conflict resolution;
  • Documentation of conflict resolution.
• EU 5 Skills of the Requirements Engineer:
  • Required skills in the areas of elicitation;
  • Communication theory and communication models;
  • Self-reflection on personal skills in requirements elicitation;
  • Opportunities for personal development;
  • Learning from previous experience.

Prerequisites

• Knowledge of the concepts and topics discussed in the IREB CPRE entry level syllabus;
• At least 1 year of experience in software development projects in an analyst or similar role;
• For those taking the IREB Advanced Level exam, holding the IREB CPRE Foundation Level certification.

Advantages

• Training conducted by an expert with several years of experience in the IT industry and broad knowledge of IT processes, additionally holding a binding position in the structures of the IREB organization for years;
• Theory supported by project practice – reference of discussed topics to real project situations;
• Analysis of sample exam questions with an indication of important aspects for passing the exam.

Audience

• System and business analysts, product owners, business owners, responsible for requirements acquisition and development;
• Software and system engineers;
• Individuals with an entry-level IREB CPRE certification and planning to advance their careers in accordance with the IREB certification program.

Exam

At the Advanced Level, certification consists of two stages – the Practitioner level and the Specialist level based on it. Each has its own exam and a separate certificate is awarded for each.