Emotional Intelligence Course

Course Description

This course is an introductory-level program focused on developing emotional intelligence, a critical power skill expected to be in high demand across various sectors and industries by 2024. The course provides a comprehensive exploration of emotions, their importance in personal and professional contexts, and the development of emotional intelligence as a core competency for workplace success.

What Students Will Learn

• Build a robust emotional vocabulary
• Understand the concept and importance of emotional intelligence
• Develop strategies to enhance personal emotional intelligence
• Recognize the business case for emotional intelligence in the workplace
• Comprehend the role of emotions in professional settings
• Identify emotional characteristics of high-performance teams
• Set SMART goals for developing emotional intelligence
• Discover resources for further skill development

Pre-requisites

There are no specific prerequisites for this course. It is designed for beginners and those looking to enhance their emotional intelligence skills.

Course Content

• Nature and importance of emotions
• Building an extensive emotional vocabulary
• Understanding and managing emotional triggers and responses
• Concept and models of emotional intelligence
• Business case for emotional intelligence
• Techniques to develop emotional intelligence
• Application of emotional intelligence in the workplace
• Assessment of current emotional intelligence levels
• Goal-setting for personal development
• Practical tools and techniques for improving emotional intelligence

Who This Course Is For

• Professionals seeking to enhance their workplace performance
• Individuals looking to improve their personal and interpersonal skills
• Job seekers aiming to increase their employability
• Leaders and managers wanting to develop their emotional intelligence for better team management
• Anyone interested in understanding and leveraging emotions for personal and professional growth

Real-World Applications

• Improving communication and relationships in both personal and professional settings
• Enhancing leadership capabilities and team management skills
• Better handling of workplace conflicts and stressful situations
• Increasing self-awareness and self-management in various life contexts
• Making more informed decisions by considering emotional factors
• Boosting overall job performance and career prospects
• Developing a competitive edge in the job market

Syllabus

Additional Resources

The course offers an optional UMD Power Lab for verified learners, providing access to validated self-assessments and personalized reports to further enhance the learning experience.