Daniel Goleman to be conferred with a Honorary Doctorate from Hult in 2025 for his significant contributions to the field of Emotional Intelligence.
In an era where technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are rapidly advancing, the significance of emotional intelligence (EI) has never been more pertinent. This is evident in the work of renowned psychologist Daniel Goleman, who popularized the concept of EI, and institutions like Hult International Business School, which emphasize its importance in today's workforce.
Goleman's seminal book, Emotional Intelligence, introduced the world to EI as the ability to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions judiciously and empathetically. These human skills, while not replicable by AI, are indispensable in today's AI-driven environments. AI may simulate empathy through recognizing facial expressions or tone, but it lacks genuine self-awareness, empathy, trust-building, and ethical consciousness, which are deeply human traits critical for collaboration, creativity, and addressing complex social challenges.
Hult International Business School, along with other forward-thinking organizations, advocates for developing EI alongside technological expertise as essential for success in modern workplaces. This combination fosters more agile, creative, and resilient teams capable of navigating uncertainty and complex global issues such as inequality and climate change, which require cultural sensitivity and compassionate dialogue.
Furthermore, recent research shows that people prefer empathy from humans rather than AI, even when AI responses mimic human empathy perfectly. Human empathy is valued for its affective and motivational depth—true emotional sharing and genuine care—that AI cannot authentically replicate.
The recognition of Goleman's work highlights the growing importance of emotional intelligence in an era of technology and human collaboration. By prioritizing EI, Hult equips students to navigate the complexities of global business, fostering effective human-AI collaboration. Goleman's research remains highly relevant as technology reshapes workplaces, focusing on EI's impact on leadership success.
Goleman advocates for a broader understanding of intelligence that prioritizes emotional skills. These skills, often dismissed as 'soft skills', are essential for building strong relationships, navigating complex interpersonal dynamics, and achieving professional goals. Goleman's contributions have inspired academic programs at Hult, focusing on leadership skills complementing technological advancements.
In 2025, Goleman will receive the Hult Honorary Doctorate from Hult International Business School, in recognition of his groundbreaking work in EI. Hult, accredited by AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, operates a global campus network across three continents, offering degree programs spanning undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels.
The World Economic Forum identifies EI as a top skill for future workforces, with 86% of business leaders citing it as critical for effective leadership. Goleman's work continues to influence leadership training, corporate strategies, and educational curricula worldwide, underscoring the irreplaceable role of EI as a cornerstone of effective leadership and teamwork in our AI-augmented future.
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- Daniel Goleman's seminal work, Emotional Intelligence, introduced the world to EI as the ability to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions judiciously and empathetically, which are indispensable in today's AI-driven environments.
- Hult International Business School, along with other forward-thinking organizations, advocates for developing EI alongside technological expertise as essential for success in modern workplaces, as it fosters more agile, creative, and resilient teams capable of navigating uncertainty and complex global issues.
- Goleman's contributions have inspired academic programs at Hult, focusing on leadership skills complementing technological advancements, and prioritizing emotional skills that are essential for building strong relationships, navigating complex interpersonal dynamics, and achieving professional goals.
- The World Economic Forum identifies EI as a top skill for future workforces, with 86% of business leaders citing it as critical for effective leadership, underscoring the irreplaceable role of EI in our AI-augmented future.
