The concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) has gained prominence in organizational psychology as globalization intensifies cross-cultural interactions. Unlike emotional intelligence, which focuses on personal emotions, CQ specifically measures an individual's capability to function effectively in culturally diverse settings. Researchers identify four distinct components: metacognitive CQ (awareness of cultural assumptions), cognitive CQ (knowledge of cultural norms), motivational CQ (interest in adapting), and behavioral CQ (ability to modify verbal and non-verbal actions). Studies suggest that high CQ predicts better performance in multinational teams, particularly when tasks require negotiation or conflict resolution. However, critics argue that CQ frameworks often oversimplify culture, treating it as static rather than dynamic, and may overlook power imbalances inherent in cross-cultural encounters. Despite these limitations, CQ training programs have been widely adopted by corporations seeking to enhance global leadership competencies.
❓ Согласно тексту, какова ключевая критика концепции культурного интеллекта?
A. A. Это чрезмерно акцентирует внимание на эмоциональной регуляции.
B. B. Она предполагает, что культура неизменна, и игнорирует динамику власти.
C. C. Это применимо только к задачам переговоров.
D. D. Она не имеет практического применения в корпоративном обучении.
✅ 正确答案
B. It assumes culture is unchanging and ignores power dynamics.
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