Emotional Intelligence: A Comparative Analysis of Two College Business Administration Programs

Authors

  • Barbara Burgess-Wilkerson Winthrop University
  • Anna Lampe Rockhurst University
  • Steve Frankforter Winthrop University

Keywords:

Emotional intelligence,

Abstract

A comparative study of two universities explores the emotional intelligence (EI) of students in two College of Business Administration (CBA) programs with contrasting missions, visions, and populations. This study investigates the extent to which EI test scores and sub-scales varied among two CBA student populations. Despite the differences between the two universities, no differences were evident in the EI abilities among the two CBA student populations. Further research will explore the extent to which universities can impact EI short and long-term through classroom interventions.

Author Biographies

Barbara Burgess-Wilkerson, Winthrop University

Barbara Burgess-Wilkerson is an associate professor of management and director of student professional development for Winthrop University’s College of Business Administration. She received her Ph.D. in higher education administration from University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh. Her research interests include student professional development, business communications, and emotional intelligence.

Anna Lampe, Rockhurst University

Anna Lampe is an executive professor of management at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, MO. She received her Ph.D. in urban leadership & policy studies and education. Her research interests include psychological type, corporate culture, and organizational behavior.

Steve Frankforter, Winthrop University

Steven Frankforter is a professor of management and associate dean for Winthrop University’s College of Business Administration. He received his Ph.D. in management from University of Washington in Seattle. His research interests include corporate governance, agency theory, stewardship theory, and emotional intelligence.

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Published

2013-12-05

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 1 (2013)

Section

ABR Journal Articles

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