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Interpersonal Competitiveness - A Study Of Simulation Game Participants’ Behaviour

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  • Dr Vinod Dumblekar

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Interpersonal Competitiveness refers to the urge of the individual to accomplish something in any form of human endeavour, and sometimes, prevent others from reaching that goal in that process. This study examined the construct of interpersonal competitiveness (IC) with reference to similar constructs generated in earlier research. It recognised IC as an adaptive characteristic trait of individuals who wish to win in interpersonal situations. A Competitiveness Index of 20 items was administered to 391 students at the end of business simulation games played at three business schools. Factor analysis of the data generated five IC factors, viz., measured aggression, proactivity, intrinsic motivation, winning orientation, and verbal aggression. Interpersonal Competitiveness was found to be an amalgam of willingness and courage to attack, ability to act earlier than others, and an innate eagerness for action, irrespective of material discomforts, gains or rewards. Implications and recommendations for future research are discussed.

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  • Dr Vinod Dumblekar, 2010. "Interpersonal Competitiveness - A Study Of Simulation Game Participants’ Behaviour," Paradigm, , vol. 14(2), pages 13-19, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:padigm:v:14:y:2010:i:2:p:13-19
    DOI: 10.1177/0971890720100203
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    1. Alexander Vélez & Rebeca Kerstin Alonso & Markel Rico-González, 2023. "Business Simulation Games for the Development of Intrinsic Motivation-Boosting Sustainability: Systematic Review," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(21), pages 1-20, October.

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