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The concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) has gained prominence in organizational psychology as a measure of an individual's ability to function effectively in culturally diverse settings. Unlike emotional intelligence, which focuses on interpersonal sensitivity within a single cultural context, CQ comprises four distinct dimensions: metacognitive, cognitive, motivational, and behavioral. The metacognitive dimension refers to the conscious awareness of cultural assumptions during interactions, while the cognitive dimension encompasses knowledge of norms and practices in different cultures. Motivational CQ drives interest and confidence in adapting to cross-cultural encounters, and behavioral CQ involves the flexibility to modify verbal and nonverbal actions appropriately. Research suggests that high CQ correlates with better job performance in multinational teams, yet critics argue that the construct overlaps significantly with general cognitive ability and personality traits, questioning its unique predictive validity. Nevertheless, CQ training programs have proliferated, assuming that these capabilities can be systematically developed through targeted interventions.