This paper analyzes the basic background of competency research and reviews the relevant research literature. It is believed that competence, as a term, is different in different languages and cultures; the connotation of competence is not completely the same from the perspective of different disciplines. For example, psychology, organizational behavior, enterprise strategic management and philosophy have different focuses on the study of competence, so there are obvious differences in their connotations. It is proposed that the ability of innovative talents is composed of general ability and specialty It is composed of two parts. In addition to general ability, it also includes professional ability, practical innovation ability, special skill, risk bearing ability, team cooperation ability, communication ability, social adaptability ability, democratic participation and management ability, moral ability, competitive ability and sustainable development ability.