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Official IREB Resources
All official documents are free to download from the IREB Download Center.
Foundation Level Documents
| Document | Version | Description |
|---|---|---|
| CPRE-FL Syllabus | v3.3.0 (April 2026) | Defines the Educational Objectives and content for the Foundation Level certification exam. The authoritative reference for what is tested. |
| CPRE-FL Handbook | v1.3.1 (English) | Complements the syllabus with additional explanations and examples. Does not replace a training course. |
| CPRE Glossary | v2.2.0 (English) | Standardized term definitions. All foundational terms must be known for the exam, even if not explicitly listed in the Educational Objectives. Available in 13 languages. |
| Practice Exam | Set_Public_EN_v3.3.1 | 45 questions in the same format as the live exam. Includes solutions. Available in 12 languages and as an online self-assessment. |
| Examination Regulations | v5.6.2 | Specifies exam duration, structure, question types with examples, and special regulations. Covers both Foundation Level and RE@Agile Primer. |
| Nine Fundamental Principles | v1.0.0 | Introduction to the nine principles that form the foundation of Requirements Engineering (covered in Educational Unit 2 of the syllabus). |
| RE Poster | v1.0.0 | Visual reference summarizing Requirements Engineering concepts. |
Online Resources
| Resource | URL |
|---|---|
| IREB Download Center | cpre.ireb.org/en/downloads-and-resources/downloads |
| CPRE Online Glossary | cpre.ireb.org/en/downloads-and-resources/downloads#cpre-glossary |
| IREB Certification Info | cpre.ireb.org/en/concept/foundationlevel |
Recommended Study Order
- Download the Syllabus and Handbook first — use them alongside this study guide
- Use the Glossary to look up any unfamiliar term as you study
- After completing all chapters, take the official Practice Exam under timed conditions
- Review the Examination Regulations to understand question types and scoring before exam day
This Study Guide
| Page | Description |
|---|---|
| Study Plan | 6-week schedule with time estimates based on official syllabus durations |
| Exam Tips | Exam format details, question type strategies, and weight by Educational Unit |
| Glossary | 215 terms with verbatim definitions from IREB CPRE Glossary v2.2.0 |
| Sample Exam 1 | 45 questions, 70 points — matching the official exam format |
| Sample Exam 2 | 45 questions, 70 points — different questions, same format |