“Dimensional Analysis of Emotional Intelligence as a Predictor of Academic Achievement"

Abstract

Emotional intelligence—the capacity to perceive, analyse, manage, and use emotions—has acquired widespread recognition as an important factor in affecting academic accomplishment. This new subject is supported by a growing body of research suggesting a strong link between emotional intelligence and academic success, especially among high school and university students. This research looks at how self-awareness, motivation, empathy, flexibility, stress management, and social skills affect academic achievement. The study took a cross-sectional quantitative method, surveying 260 students from varied educational backgrounds in Gujarat, India. It found that most characteristics of emotional intelligence highly influenced academic achievement, with motivation being the most powerful predictor. Stress management, on the other hand, showed no significant association. The findings emphasize the need of adding emotional intelligence training into educational programs to boost student success.