Requirements engineers analyse, document and manage the requirements of all those participating in a project. They therefore establish a connection between the requirements of the customer, developer, tester and user. The internationally recognised IREB Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering - Foundation Level (CPRE-FL) certification attests to your comprehensive knowledge in the field of requirement management.

How do I obtain the IREB certification?

To be certified you must pass the IREB Requirements Engineering - Foundation Level exam.

You can prepare for the exams by attending a training course with a recognised IREB training provider for IREB Requirements Engineering - Foundation Level; participants will have relevant content and topics clearly explained and taught to them. The syllabus covers the important foundations in requirements engineering:

• differentiation between the system and system context,
• establishment and documentation of requirements,
• as well as their testing and
• management and the tool support available.

The exam is available on Pearson Vue and FLEX for anyone wishing to self-study.

What are the entry requirements?

In order to take the IREB Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering - Foundation Level exam, you will need to have basic knowledge in the field of software development.

How does this certification benefit me?

With the IREB Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering - Foundation Level certification:

• You will have an independent, internationally recognised certification as proof of expertise in the field of requirements engineering
• You will be able to undertake additional certification at the Advanced Level
• You will learn the basics of requirements engineering and will be able to contribute significantly towards product quality

Who is this certification for?

This certification is aimed at anyone interested in the topic of requirements engineering. It is particularly suitable for:

• Software designers, software developers, software architects
• System analysts, business analysts
• Project managers
• Quality managers

What other certifications can you recommend?

The IREB Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering - Foundation Level certification is a prerequisite for taking the four IREB Advanced Level courses:

• IREB Advanced Level REQUIREMENTS ELICITATION - Practitioner
• IREB Advanced Level REQUIREMENTS MANAGEMENT - Practitioner
• IREB Advanced Level REQUIREMENTS MODELING - Practitioner
• IREB Advanced Level RE@Agile - Practitioner

If you are working in an Agile environment then consider RE@Agile certification.

Are there special conditions for students?

Full-time students pay a reduced fee of 50% (cannot be combined with other discounts).

Please contact us at exam@isqi.org to obtain your individual discount code. Please send appropriate proof (i.e. a valid student ID or a current certificate of enrolment from a university, college or vocational school) along with your request.