Chapter 5 – Managing the Test Activities
Model-Based Test Strategy – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A test strategy whereby test cases are derived from models representing aspects of the test object.
In simple words
Build a model (state machine, business process) and let the tool generate tests from it.
Exam tip
Model-based testing scales but requires up-front modeling effort — high initial cost, low maintenance.
Related terms
- Model-Based TestingTesting where test cases are derived automatically from a model of the system's behaviour.
- Test StrategyThe organisation-wide ‘how we test’ document — reused across projects — that project test plans reference.
- Test AutomationLetting tools do the repetitive parts of testing — usually execution, but also data generation and reporting.
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