Emotionell intelligens och ledarskap
: Sociala egenskaper i arbetslivet

Translated title of the thesis: Emotional intelligence and leadership: Social traits in the workplace
  • Sofie Theobald
  • Andreas Thern

Student thesis: Bachelor

Abstract

This study explores the difference between Emotional Intelligence (EI) and leadership positions in the work-place. A total of 103 professionals participated, of whom 31 were leaders, who completed the Schutte Self-Report Inventory (SSRI) to self-assess their EI. The aim was to explore potential differences in emotional intelligence between individuals in leadership roles and individuals not in leadership roles. The study used a snowball sampling method and was distributed via a link on social media. Data analysis consisted of a t-test to compare the groups' mean EI scores, a correlation analysis using Pearson’s r, and a multiple regres-sion analysis to predict the level of emotional intelligence based on various control variables: age, gender, leadership training, and leadership role in the workplace. The results of this study did not support any sig-nificant difference on neither of the tests (t(101)=1.36, p=.18), (F(4,97)= 1.48, p=.22, R²= .06) except for a correlation between leadership role and gender (r(110)= 0.20, p<.05). These non-significant findings do not allow for conclusions to be made, either confirming or denying the existence of a difference. The study's results highlight the question of whether there is indeed a relationship between leadership and EI, as previ-ously questioned by critics of the subject. This raises further questions about the need for continued re-search in this area and how emotional intelligence should be viewed in this context going forward.
Date of Award2024-Jun
Original languageSwedish
SupervisorJimmy Jensen (Supervisor) & Anna Blom Kemdal (Examiner)

Educational program

  • Higher Education in behavioral science

Courses and Subjects

  • Psychology

University credits

  • 15 HE credits

Swedish Standard Keywords

  • Psychology (50101)

Keywords

  • Social skills
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Leadership
  • Effective leadership
  • Leadership training,
  • Work environment
  • Gender
  • Age

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