Do you love a good spy thriller? Does your heart race at the thought of revealing a hidden truth? Espionage is obtaining secret information through covert action. Explore the history of espionage in the United States and the most notorious international intelligence agencies in the UK, Russia, China, and more.  Examine real-world case studies of espionage and the latest surveillance techniques. Consider how technology is changing the face of intelligence, as new forms of cyber espionage are making it more difficult than ever to ensure privacy and data protection within and across borders. Topics will include covert action, espionage, counterintelligence, the different types of intelligence organizations including military and civilian, and much more. Put your analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to the test to see if you just might be a CIA agent in the making.