What skills do you need for a CIA agent?

Answer 1

there are way more than two requirements to be a Clandestine Service Officer for the CIA. Some of these include: - Younger than 35 years of age.

- Must have US citizenship

- Must have a bachelors degree is a relative field (business, chemical/nuclear engineering, international relations) and graduate with at least a 3.0 GPA.

- Must have strong interpersonal and ambiguity skills.

- Must speak at least one foreign language fluently, the agency prefers two. Preferably a language that invloves a "hot zone". (French, Chinese, Farsi, Arabic, etc.)

- If you have a husband/wife, they must be a US citizen.

- A strong interest in international affairs and policy. Theres 7 reqs, and I'm sure there are more. Check www.cia.gov's Clandestine Services Page for more information.

Answer 2

One of the requirements to join the CIA is that you cannot have a police record. You will have to be able to obtain a high security clearance. You must also have gone to college to obtain a degree in criminal justice. Speaking more than one language is a bonus. You must have also obtained good grades throughout your schooling.

Answer 3

You have to...

1) Be fluent in many languages (preferred languages Russian, English, Arabic, Mandarin, languages of countries with top military)

2) Have a clean background (as well as the background's of your family and friends)

3) Get good grades, be smart

4) Majors preferred in intelligence, psychology, politics, ...

5) Physically fit

6) Good liar and not a gossiper

7)Good under pressure and in combat situations

8) Well rounded

9)Be ready to go and move when necessary

Answer 4

There are many varied job qualifications and positions within the CIA. I recommend looking at the CIA Career page (link below).

Answer 5

depends upon the position.

Answer 6

A law degree or a degree in justice.