Emotional Intelligence and Academic Achievement: A Review of Parker et al. (2004)

This paper reviews the study conducted by Parker et al. (2004), which examined the relationship between emotional intelligence and academic achievement during the transition from high school to university. The researchers assessed emotional intelligence using the Emotional Quotient Inventory: Youth Version (EQ-i:YV) and analysed its predictive value on the academic success of first-year university students. Findings indicated that specific components of emotional intelligence, such as intrapersonal skills, adaptability, and stress management, were significant predictors of academic performance. This review examines the study's methodology, key findings, implications, and limitations, thereby contributing to the growing body of literature on emotional intelligence in educational settings.