What kind of emotional intelligence enhances what kind of cultural intelligence: Analysis using emotional and cultural intelligence facets of expatriates

Abstract

With the increase in international immigration for the purposes of overseas assignments and study abroad, emotional intelligence (EQ) and cultural intelligence (CQ), which are known as predictors of cross-cultural adjustment, are receiving increasing attention. However, very few studies have used both, especially their aspects, simultaneously, so the relationship between them is unclear. Considering that CQ is a capability mainly enhanced in cross-cultural environments, while EQ is an ability that can be strengthened in domestic environments, it makes sense to consider EQ as a predictor of CQ and analyze the relationship between the two. In this study, structural equation modeling analysis using data on the attitudes of 184 expatriates working for Japanese subsidiaries in the United States and East Asian countries revealed significant positive correlations between Others' Emotional Appraisal EQ and Motivational CQ and Behavioral CQ, between Self-Emotional Appraisal EQ and Metacognitive CQ, and between Use of Emotion EQ and Regulation of Emotion EQ and Motivational CQ. This is the first study to clarify the relationship between EQ and CQ facets. The results of this study may be useful for developing future training and selection methods, predicting what CQ people with a specific EQ are likely to improve, or for considering what EQ should be improved to improve the specific CQ required in the field.