Emotional intelligence and leadership orientations among university students

Abstract

ABSTRACT Purpose: This study aimed to determine the relationship between emotional intelligence and leadership orientations among university students. Design and Methods: This study had a descriptive comparative design. The research data were collected using the "Semi-Structured Question Form," the "Emotional Intelligence Scale," and the "Leadership Orientations Scale." Findings: Results showed that a significant positive relationship was determined between emotional intelligence level and leadership orientations in students in the fields of health, social, and science. Practice Implications: It is important to develop students' emotional intelligence levels and leadership orientations. Keywords: University education, emotional intelligence, leadership, undergraduate student

Keywords

• University education
• emotional intelligence
• leadership
• undergraduate student

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