Applied Methods of Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level business and IT professionals who wish to learn how to write effective acceptance criteria for requirements for government projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the importance of acceptance criteria in ensuring project success.
• Create and verify requirements acceptance criteria that align with public sector standards.
• Apply various methods for describing acceptance criteria effectively.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of analytical artifacts used in government workflows.

Insurtech, also known as Digital Insurance, represents the integration of insurance with emerging technologies. In the realm of Insurtech, "digital insurers" leverage technological advancements to optimize their business and operational models, thereby reducing costs, enhancing customer experiences, and increasing operational agility.

This instructor-led training is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the technologies, methodologies, and strategic mindset necessary for driving digital transformation within their organizations and across the industry. The training is specifically aimed at managers who need to grasp the broader implications, dispel common misconceptions, and initiate the development of an Insurtech strategy for government.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Articulate the concept of Insurtech and its various components with clarity and precision
• Clearly define the role of each key technology within the Insurtech framework
• Develop a strategic plan for implementing Insurtech within their organization

Audience

• Insurance providers
• Technologists in the insurance sector
• Stakeholders in the insurance industry
• Consultants and business analysts

Format of the Course

• A combination of lectures, discussions, exercises, and group activities focused on case studies

In this instructor-led, live training in US Empire, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the technologies, methodologies, and strategic mindset required to implement a Fintech strategy for government.

This training is designed for managers who need to acquire a broad overview of Fintech, demystify the associated buzzwords and technical jargon, and take concrete initial steps towards adopting new technologies applicable to financial business and services in the public sector.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Develop and present viable Fintech strategies for their organization.
• Understand and articulate the role and functionality of key technologies in a government context.
• Create an actionable plan for introducing new technologies in a structured, step-by-step manner.

Insurance in the Digital Era is an applied overview of how digital transformation reshapes products, operations, and customer engagement within the insurance industry.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level insurance professionals who wish to understand and apply digital technologies, data-driven strategies, and innovation frameworks to modernize insurance offerings and operations for government.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Explain the role of AI, Big Data, IoT, and automation in modern insurance workflows.
• Identify InsurTech trends and their impact on the insurance ecosystem.
• Design customer-centric strategies enabled by digital tools and data insights.
• Apply data-driven approaches to risk management and decision-making.
• Develop an innovation and change management approach suitable for insurers.
• Assess real-world case studies and translate lessons into local initiatives.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Case study analysis and group workshops.
• Practical exercises and action planning for participants’ organizations.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This foundational course is designed to meet the needs of individuals involved in Requirements Engineering and Agile methodologies. It is tailored for those in roles such as project or IT management, domain experts, system analysts, software developers, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and members of Agile organizations.

The RE@Agile curriculum draws inspiration from both IREB’s perspective on Agile values and an Agile viewpoint on Requirements Engineering values. It covers the classification and evaluation of Requirements Engineering work products and techniques within an Agile context, as well as Agile work products and techniques in the realm of Requirements Engineering. Additionally, it addresses essential process elements in Agile product development and highlights the motivation for incorporating Agile practices into a development process.

A key focus area is the synergy between Requirements Engineering and Agile: understanding how Agile principles apply to Requirements Engineering and fostering an Agile mindset aligned with core Requirements Engineering values.

The Examination

This course serves as the foundation for the RE@Agile Primer examination. Two examination options are available:

• A proctored multiple-choice examination that leads to an official RE@Agile Primer certificate, similar in format to the CPRE Foundation Level and Advanced Level examinations but with a 40-minute duration.
• An online multiple-choice self-assessment that provides confirmation of participation.

This Advanced Level Module, RE@Agile, is designed for Requirements Engineers and agile professionals. It focuses on understanding and applying practices and techniques from the Requirements Engineering discipline within agile development processes, as well as integrating concepts, techniques, and essential process elements of agile methodologies into Requirements Engineering workflows.

The Examination

This course is intended to prepare participants for the Advanced Level certification exams offered by Govtra:

• RE@Agile - Practitioner (the certification exam consists of a multiple-choice test)
• RE@Agile - Specialist (the certification exam consists of a written assignment)

This 3-day course is delivered as live instructor-led training, either online (remote) or on-site (classroom).

The course provides methods and best practices in Requirements Engineering that can be implemented in any organization, regardless of the business domain. It focuses on the elicitation (or extraction of requirements) and their consolidation (negotiation and integration), ensuring alignment with public sector workflows and governance.

The content of the course also prepares participants for the Advanced level of certification.

Who is this Course For?

This course is designed for professionals in roles such as Requirements Engineering, business analysis, business engineering, and organizational design. It is ideal for those who wish to expand their knowledge and skills in the area of requirements elicitation, particularly for government.

Examination:

Additional exam fees may apply.

The “IREB Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering – Advanced Level (Elicitation)” exam consists of:

CPRE Advanced Level (Modeling) – Practitioner

• To achieve the Requirements Elicitation - Practitioner certificate, participants must complete a multiple-choice exam.

CPRE Advanced Level (Modeling) – Specialist

• To achieve the Requirements Elicitation - Specialist certificate, participants must complete a written assignment.

This 3-day course is delivered as a live instructor-led session, either online (remote) or on-site (classroom).

Who Is This Course For:

The Advanced Requirements Management course is designed for professionals in the fields of requirements engineering, business analysis, business engineering, organizational design, and related areas who seek to deepen their knowledge and skills in requirements management. It is particularly relevant for those working in roles that require advanced proficiency in managing and articulating requirements within complex projects and organizations.

Examination:

Additional examination fees may apply.

The “IREB Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering – Advanced Level (Management)” exam consists of the following components:

CPRE Advanced Level (Management) – Practitioner

• The exam to achieve the Requirements Management - Practitioner - certificate is a multiple-choice test.

CPRE Advanced Level (Management) – Specialist

• The exam to achieve the Requirements Management - Specialist - certificate involves completing a written assignment.

This course and certification are tailored to enhance the capabilities of professionals in managing requirements effectively, particularly for government and public sector projects where precision and accountability are paramount.

This three-day course is delivered as live, instructor-led training, either online (remote) or on-site (classroom).

Through practical exercises, this training will enhance your proficiency in efficiently modeling information structures, functions, behaviors, and scenarios for government.

Upon completion of the training, you can take the exam to qualify as an “IREB® Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering – Advanced Level, Requirements Modeling.”

Who is This Course For?

This course is designed for requirements managers, business analysts, system and software analysts (systems engineers), and project managers.

Examination:

Additional exam fees may apply when applicable.

The “IREB Certified Professional for Requirements Engineering – Advanced Level (Modeling)” exam consists of the following:

CPRE Advanced Level (Modeling) – Practitioner

• The exam to achieve the Requirements Modeling - Practitioner certificate is a multiple-choice test.

CPRE Advanced Level (Modeling) – Specialist

• The exam to achieve the Requirements Modeling - Specialist certificate involves a written assignment.

Introduction and Overview of Requirements Engineering for Government

Model-Based Development (MBD) is a software development methodology designed to enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of developing dynamic systems such as control systems, signal processing, and communication systems. This approach emphasizes graphical modeling over traditional text-based programming.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to apply MBD methodologies to reduce development costs and accelerate the time-to-market for their embedded software products, specifically tailored for government applications.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Select and utilize appropriate tools for implementing MBD in their projects.
• Leverage MBD to facilitate rapid development during the early stages of their embedded software projects.
• Expedite the release of their embedded software into the market, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows and governance requirements.

Format of the Course

• A combination of lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice to ensure practical application of MBD principles for government projects.

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is aimed at individuals who wish to understand requirements analysis and conduct it efficiently and accurately using various analysis techniques for their projects for government.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Identify different types of requirements.
• Understand the overall concepts and activities within requirements analysis.
• Familiarize themselves with the requirements analysis methodology.
• Leverage various requirements analysis techniques effectively.
• Structure requirements to communicate clearly with architects and developers through an iterative requirement gathering process.

This course provides hands-on practice to demonstrate the fundamentals and applications of software engineering, requirements engineering, and testing for government. The training is designed to align with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability standards.

Purpose of the Training for Government
To understand the benefits of utilizing use cases to describe system functionality.
To master effective techniques for gathering functional requirements.
To develop the skills necessary to define functional requirements using UML notation (use case diagrams) and through detailed use case specifications.

Advantages
The training is led by an expert with extensive experience in the IT industry and a deep understanding of IT processes for government.
The focus is on practical application—essential theoretical concepts are reinforced through real-world project scenarios.
Participants will use tools commonly employed in requirements engineering, providing hands-on experience with their basic functionalities.
There is an opportunity to apply the acquired knowledge immediately during the training.