The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership Effectiveness in Primary Hospitals in Addis Ababa
| dc.contributor.advisor | Solomon Markose(PhD) | |
| dc.contributor.author | Meheret Dessalegn | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-07-30T09:02:19Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-07-30T09:02:19Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-07 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This research paper investigates the crucial role of emotional intelligence in enhancinleadership effectiveness within primary hospitals in Addis Ababa. Utilizing a quantitative research methodology, the study employed structured surveys and interviews to assess thecorrelation between five key dimensions of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, selfregulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—and leadership effectiveness amonghospital leaders. Statistical analyses, including correlation and regression, were conducted on data collected from 180 respondents in various leadership positions to determine theimpact of emotional intelligence on overall leadership performance. The findings indicate that emotional intelligence significantly influences leadership effectiveness, with social skillsemerging as the most critical component. Strong significant correlations were identified between effective leadership and the dimensions of emotional intelligence, particularly selfregulationand self-awareness. While leaders exhibited a generally positive self-perception in their emotional intelligence competencies, several areas requiring development, such asemotional reflection and resilience, were highlighted. The results underscore the vital importance of fostering emotional intelligence skills among healthcare leaders to enhancetheir effectiveness and subsequently improve organizational outcomes. In conclusion, this study emphasizes the need for integrating emotional intelligence training into leadershipdevelopment programs within healthcare settings as a means of improving both leadership effectiveness and team dynamics. By implementing comprehensive training initiatives focusedon emotional intelligence, healthcare organizations can cultivate more effective leaders who are better equipped to navigate the complexities of the healthcare environment, thusenhancing overall patient care and staff morale. Keywords: Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Effectiveness, Healthcare Management, Self-Awareness, Social Skills. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/5785 | |
| dc.language.iso | en_US | |
| dc.publisher | Addis Ababa University | |
| dc.title | The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership Effectiveness in Primary Hospitals in Addis Ababa | |
| dc.type | Thesis |