Pramod Kumar

Certified & experienced Software Testing and Project Mgmt. Trainer
Male, 39 Years| NEW DELHI, India

Member since: Jul 19, 2009

Last active on: Feb 02, 2013 at 05:11 AM (EST)

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About Pramod Kumar

I have extensive experience of having worked on, led and managed software testing projects in different domains for big MNCs. I am a PMP certified professional as well an Advanced Level ISTQB certified professional. I have more than 13 years of experience in IT industry, out of which I have spent more than 10 years in testing software.

At Wiziq, I would like to share with you my experience and learnings in the field of software testing as well as project management. If you are looking to make a career in either of these fields, and seek guidance or help, please feel free to contact me.

I can also help you in preparing for PMP certification as well as ISTQB certification (all levels). Do let me know if you feel you can benefit from my knowledge and experience, and it will be a pleasure for me to work with you.

Teaching Preferences

Online Teaching

Face to Face Teaching

Teaches following Subjects/Exams
Software Testing (Others)
Language of Instruction: English
Software Testing
Software Testing (Others)
Language of Instruction: English
ISTQB Certification
Software Engineering (Bachelor of Science: Computer Science)
Language of Instruction: English
Software Engineering
Management Information Systems (Bachelor of Science: Information Technology )
Language of Instruction: English
Management Information Systems
Quantitative Applications in Business (Bachelor of Science: Information Technology )
Language of Instruction: English
Quantitative Techniques
Project Management (Management)
Language of Instruction: English
Project Management
Quality Management (Management)
Language of Instruction: English
Quality Management
Project Management (Management)
Language of Instruction: English
PMP Certification
Teaching Experience

Internal Software Testing Trainer

A leading Indian IT MNC, India

Jul 2006 - Aug 2009

Software Testing


I conducted sessions on software testing (Introduction, Testing Methodologies, Test Management etc.) for the benefit of my colleagues and friends. My training sessions were highly appreciated.

Internal ISTQB Trainer

A leading Indian IT MNC, India

Jul 2006 - Aug 2009

ISTQB Certification


I conducted sessions on ISTQB Certification (Foundation and Advanced Level) for the benefit of my colleagues and friends. My training sessions were well received and highly praised.

Internal PMP Trainer

A leading Indian IT MNC, India

Aug 2007 - Aug 2009

PMP Certification, HR Management, Cost Management, Communications Management


I trained colleagues and friends preparing for PMP certification. I conducted sessions on individual Knowledge Areas, and my sessions were well appreciated by the audience.

Professional Experience
Senior Manager - Testing
A product Development Company, Haryana, India
Feb 2010 - Nov 2010

This job involved performing the role of a country manager for the QA / testing team based out of company's India office located in Gurgaon (Delhi/NCR).

I was responsible for managing complete operations of India testing team, including their hiring, training and appraisals. I supervised testing of new product releases, as well as testing and sign off on product hot fixes and service packs. A part of my team also worked on creation and enhancement of automated regression test suite.

Software Testing Manager
A leading Indian IT MNC, Uttar Pradesh, India
Mar 2005 - Feb 2010

I was responsible for managing software testing projects from inception to closure. My responsibilities include effort/size estimation, planning, scheduling, monitoring & controlling, and tracking projects to closure. I was also responsible for a lot of organization activities, including conduct of numerous training sessions on PMP certification, ISTQB certification, and software testing.

Project Leader / Senior Team Member
A leading Indian IT MNC, Delhi, India
Jul 1997 - Feb 2005

I was responsible for complete life-cycle of a project, ranging from requirement analysis to software implementation and user training. I took part in analysis, design, development, testing and maintenance of software. Besides, I took care of all quality activities in my projects.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in IT and Management

AIMA-CME (All India Management Association - Center for Management Education), India

Jan 1995 - Jun 1999

M.Sc. (Operational Research)

Delhi Vishwavidyalaya, India

Aug 1994 - Jul 1996

B.Sc. (H) Mathematics

Delhi Vishwavidyalaya, India

Aug 1991 - Jul 1994

Professional Exams & Certifications

Brainbench certified in Business Writing

Delhi, India

Year Of Passing: 2009

IBM Certified Solution Designer for Rational Functional Tester

Delhi, India

Year Of Passing: 2008

PMP (Project Management Professional)

PMI (Project Management Institute), United States

Year Of Passing: 2007

CTAL (Certified Tester Advanced Level)

ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board), India

Year Of Passing: 2006


I was the second candidate all over India to be awarded the CTAL qualification by ISTQB.

CTFL (Certified Tester Foundation Level)

ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board), India

Year Of Passing: 2005


I was one of the first couple of candidates to attain CTFL certification from ISTQB in India.

Associations & Membership
AIMA (All India Management Association)
Delhi, India
Jan 1995 - Present

I have been an individual member of AIMA since January 1995. I have graduated from being a 'Student Member' to a 'Graduate Member' to an 'Associate Member' to a 'Member' during this time period.

Delhi Management Association
Delhi, India
Jul 2009 - Mar 2010

I was a member of the Core IT Committee of Delhi Management Association during this period. In this role, I worked on various IT initiiatives undertaken by Delhi Management Association.

Publications and Research
Contemporary articles related to IT industry
Pramod

My articles on various contemporary topics related to IT industry have been published in numerous reputed IT publications like 'Computers Today', 'The DQWeek Delhi', and 'Computers & Internet'.

Testimonials
by Ruchi Sharma posted on 22 December, 2010

Another great session with lots of valuable concepts explained perfectly. Anyone aspiring to learn about software testing should join the classes by Pramod. He not only explains everything in detail in a simple manner, but also is always concerned with making sure that his students get the right idea(s) of the topic. Thank you so much Pramod. I look forward to learning more from you.

by Ruchi Sharma posted on 14 December, 2010

Pramod is an excellent teacher. His teaching methodology reflects his vast knowledge of the subject & flair for teaching as well as the concern for the students. Everything was explained in an interesting & simple manner. I'm sure everyone can get benefited from his classes.

by ruban posted on 11 December, 2010

He was very helpfu whenever we ask question. He has knowlege to teach others in a practical way.

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