A cross cultural study of self-monitoring and emotional intelligence

The cultural diversity among today's labour force is influenced by the demographic changes all over the world. Impact of multicultural differences has accompanied with the rising number of companies expanding into international markets. Many of the studies have focused on cultural differences in terms of values, norms, and assumptions (Adler, 1991; Hofstede, 1980; Schwartz, 1994; Triandis, 2001). This study analyses the similarities and differences that Self-Monitoring and Emotional Intelligence could impose across cultures. The study has observed and analyzed the similarities or differences among Self-Monitoring and Emotional Intelligence among managers across India & U.A.E working in hospitality industry. The impact of ‘levels of Self-Monitoring’ on various Emotional Intelligence dimensions are also analyzed and discussed. Specific hypotheses were formulated. Testing of hypotheses, Analysis of data and recommendations are advanced based on the findings.