Cultivating Emotional Intelligence and Conflict Management in Students
Introduction
Welcome to Illuminating Education: Research, Awareness, and Meditation in the Classroom, a podcast series brought to you by Bharatversity in collaboration with Osho Fragrance. I’m your host, Dhwani Shah, and today we are honored to welcome a distinguished academic and thought leader, Dr. Madhumita Chatterji.
Dr. Chatterji is the Director of ABBS School of Management and has previously served as CEO of Ants Consulting and Director at IFIM Business School. Her academic journey is as impressive as her professional one, with a PhD from Jadavpur University, a program at the University of Oxford, and a scholarship to Harvard Business School. With a career spanning over three decades, she specialises in Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management. She has published numerous articles and authored several books, including “New Frontiers in Conflict Management, Peace Economics and Peace Science.” Her expertise in areas like Spirituality in Management and Corporate Social Responsibility brings a unique and holistic perspective to the table.
Today, we will delve into a topic that is more relevant than ever: “Cultivating Emotional Intelligence and Conflict Management in Students.” Dr. Chatterji’s deep research and practical experience make her the perfect guide to navigate this crucial conversation. Please join me in giving a very warm welcome to Dr. Madhumita Chatterji.
Topic Covered:
- How do you define emotional intelligence in the context of a student’s development?
- What are the most common conflicts you observe among students, and how can they be managed effectively?
- How can educational institutions actively integrate emotional intelligence and conflict management training into their curriculum?
- Given your background in Spirituality in Management, what role does it play in a student’s emotional well-being and conflict resolution skills?
- What is one immediate, practical technique or tip students can use to enhance their emotional regulation?
