Leadership and Emotional Intelligence : A Study of Managers in Bahraini Organizations
| Author | Alhashemi, Suhaila E. | |
|---|---|---|
| metadata.dc.date.accessioned | 2026-09-20T15:52:37Z | |
| Publication date | 2006 | |
| Degree level | Doctoral | |
| Abstract | ABSTRACT: The concepts of leadership and emotional intelligence (EI) are recognized as vital elements in organizations today. These concepts include vision creation, goal accomplishments, ambition, self-awareness, character, and skills in tuning into others' emotions, through the ability to establish relationships and bonds. The literature provides insight into the topic, but it focuses on research conducted in the West, particularly in the United States. Little material is available on EI and leadership in the Gulf region. This thesis examines the relationship between these two concepts, within the context of national and organizational culture in Bahrain The research covered five major organizations in Bahrain: petrochemicals, petroleum, telecommunications, shipbuilding and repair, and banking. It examined the relationship between six leadership styles (Coercive, Authoritative, Affiliation, Democratic, Pacesetting, and Coaching) and components of emotional intelligence (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and social skills) identified by Goleman (2000). The research adopted a deductive approach using a combination of questionnaires (Emotional Competency Inventory and Managerial Style Inventory) and interviews with 103 executives and managers. The research found a relationship between the six leadership styles and emotional intelligence. The six leadership styles were used by executives who showed moderate levels of emotional intelligence. National and corporate culture influenced the relationship between leadership styles and emotional intelligence. The standardized tests used need to be adjusted to suit the culture in Bahrain. The findings of this research therefore add a new dimension (namely, national and corporate culture in the Gulf Region) to the concept of emotional intelligence | |
| metadata.dc.identifier.other | Drupal node 4155 | |
| metadata.dc.identifier.other | https://digitalrepository.uob.edu.bh/en/dar/leadership-and-emotional-intelligence-study-managers-bahraini-organizations | |
| metadata.dc.identifier.uri | http://165.227.56.122/handle/123456789/7324 | |
| Language | en | |
| Link | https://digitalrepository.uob.edu.bh/en/_flysystem/fedora/2025-07/001555_leadership_and_emotional_intelligence_-_a_study_of_managers_in_bahraini_organizations.pdf | |
| Subject | Emotional intelligence -- Dissertations | |
| Subject | Leadership--Psychological aspects -- Dissertations | |
| Subject | Management--Psychological aspects -- Dissertations | |
| Title | Leadership and Emotional Intelligence : A Study of Managers in Bahraini Organizations | |
| Type | Doctoral Dissertation |
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