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CPSA® — Certified Profes­sional for Software Architecture 

The Inter­na­tional Standard in Training and Certification of Software Architects 

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As a non-profit organi­zation, the Inter­na­tional Software Architecture Quali­fi­cation Board (iSAQB®) oversees and develops the Certified Profes­sional for Software Architecture (CPSA®) certification scheme.

CPSA® certi­fi­ca­tions are globally recog­nized quali­fi­ca­tions for IT profes­sionals. They provide evidence of sound knowledge and valuable skills in the field of software architecture.

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iSAQB® Accredited Training Providers and Trainers have gone through an intensive testing process before they are allowed to offer and conduct CPSA® trainings.

They are committed to the highest quality standards of knowledge transfer and training aligned with CPSA® curricula.

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THE WORLDWIDE CPSA® COMMUNITY IS GROWING

Over 40k CPSA® Exams in the Last Two Decades

More than 40,000 IT profes­sionals worldwide have already success­fully completed one or two CPSA® levels.

Show your compe­tence as a Certified Profes­sional for Software Architecture and give your career a vital boost!

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New curriculum version 2025.1 of CPSA‑A® module SOFT published

The iSAQB has released the new curriculum version 2025.1 of the CPSA‑A module SOFT (Soft Skills for Archi­tects) in English and German. The curriculum has been signif­i­cantly updated compared to the last version. The existing learning goals have been refor­mu­lated to meet new requirements, and further goals have been added. A disclaimer has been included,…

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New CPSA-Advanced Level Module Formal Methods (FM) published

The iSAQB has intro­duced the new Advanced Level module Formal Methods (FM). There are 19 CPSA-Advanced Level modules available now. The curriculum is available in English. The module FM intro­duces formal methods as an addition and alter­native to tradi­tional architectural approaches, enabling mathe­matical proofs of key system properties. However, such proofs must be integrated from…

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New curriculum version 2024.1 of CPSA‑A® module FLEX released

The iSAQB has published the new curriculum version 2024.1 of the CPSA‑A module FLEX (Flexible Architecture Models – Modular­ization, Integration and Operation of Modern Software Systems) in English and German. The curriculum has been signif­i­cantly updated. The “Case Study” and “Perspective” chapters have been removed, although a case study is still recom­mended. A new chapter,…

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New CPSA-Advanced Level Module Software Architecture for AI Systems (SWARC4AI) introduced

The iSAQB has published the new Advanced Level module Software Architecture for AI Systems (SWARC4AI). With this latest addition to the Advanced Level courses, 18 CPSA-Advanced Level modules are now available. At the moment, the curriculum is available in German. The English version will follow as soon as possible. The SWARC4AI module provides the essential…

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Blog Posts From iSAQB® Experts

New Curriculum Version of CPSA‑A® Module SOFT Published

The updated CPSA Advanced SOFT curriculum intro­duces new learning objectives, including stake­holder management and decision-making tools. It empha­sizes practical exercises, self-reflection, and adaptable methods for software archi­tects to enhance their skills.

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Agility & Software Architecture: Opposites or a Perfect Match?

Stefan Toth, curator of the module AGILA, shares insights on integrating architecture and agility, overcoming challenges in agile teams, and the impor­tance of trans­parency and collab­o­ration in architectural work.

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About the New CPSA® – Advanced Level Module FM: Formal Methods

Michael Sperber and Lars Hupel discuss why formal methods are essential for ensuring software correctness, partic­u­larly in safety-critical systems. The module teaches how to integrate these mathe­matical techniques into the devel­opment process for guaranteed reliability.

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The Pulse of Software Architecture

In this video, industry experts explore key challenges and solutions shaping the future of software architecture: How is the role of software archi­tects changing? What strategies promote better collab­o­ration in devel­opment teams? And what obstacles stand in the way of successful software architecture?

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