Emotional Intelligence (cancelled)

Personal and Social Competence

Keywords:

Emotional Intelligence, self-reflection, self-management, self-regulation, communication, prevention of conflicts

Introduction to the course topics:

People who score high in Emotional Intelligence are aware of their strengths and weaknesses, have a high level of self-confidence, socialize easily, maintain good relationships, and resolve and prevent conflicts. Consequently, Emotional Intelligence is a key factor to success and happiness. Fortunately, it is possible to enhance Emotional Intelligence throughout one's lifetime. The workshop helps to analyze and re-evaluate behavioral patterns to initiate positive changes. It contributes significantly to the development of a positive attitude towards life and an improvement of social relationships. Furthermore, the increase of Emotional Intelligence is a potent tool for the prevention of burnout and conflicts.

Course aims:

• Self-Awareness and Mindfulness
• Self-Management and Self-Confidence
• Social Awareness and Empathy
• Relationship Management and Conflict Prevention

Teaching methods:

Introduction to several psychological concepts, empirical findings, and tools to apply to everyday life. Concepts from Transactional Analysis, cognitive therapy and more. Interactive presentation, work in small groups (break-out session) and flexible discussion of specific questions and issues of the participants.

This course fits doctoral candidates in the following phase:

at the beginning of the doctorate│during the doctorate│at the end of the doctorate

Participation requirements:

none

Technical requirements:

Laptop/tablet with stable internet connection, microphone, webcam, Zoom (in most cases)

Additonal information, notes:

This course is offered in German and English in winter and summer semester, respectively.