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Mapping Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Capital Research: A Bibliometric Analysis and Future Research Agenda

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  • Merlyn Tjimuku

    (Graduate School of Business, International University of Management, Bachbrecht, Windhoek 14005, Namibia)

  • Sulaiman Olusegun Atiku

    (Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business, Namibia University of Science and Technology, Windhoek 13388, Namibia
    Department of Economic and Business Sciences, Walter Sisulu University, Mthatha 5100, South Africa)

Abstract

This study explores the scholarly literature on emotional intelligence (EI) and psychological capital (PsyCap) using a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to map the research landscape and propose future directions. Data was collected from the Scopus database using specific search queries related to EI and PsyCap, with inclusion and exclusion criteria established to refine the dataset. A total of 39 articles published between 2007 and 2023 were selected for analysis. Utilizing bibliometric techniques through VOSviewer, patterns of citation and collaboration within the field were quantified, capturing descriptive statistics related to citation data and performing network analysis on authors, countries, publications, citations, and keywords. Key documents, sources, authors, organizations, and countries contributing to the discourse on PsyCap and EI were identified, providing insights into the evolution and trends within this field. The analysis revealed longitudinal trends in research output and explored the intersectionality of EI and PsyCap with other individual differences and personality traits. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of knowledge growth in positive organizational psychology, informing evidence-based practices, and guiding future research endeavors.

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  • Merlyn Tjimuku & Sulaiman Olusegun Atiku, 2024. "Mapping Emotional Intelligence and Psychological Capital Research: A Bibliometric Analysis and Future Research Agenda," Businesses, MDPI, vol. 4(2), pages 1-24, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jbusin:v:4:y:2024:i:2:p:10-155:d:1384062
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