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 intrapersonal and interpersonal skills, CQ encompasses four distinct dimensions: metacognitive, cognitive, motivational, and behavioral. Metacognitive CQ refers to the conscious awareness of cultural assumptions during interactions, while cognitive CQ involves knowledge of norms and practices in different cultures. Motivational CQ reflects the drive to adapt, and behavioral CQ is the capacity to exhibit appropriate verbal and nonverbal actions. Research suggests that high CQ correlates with better job performance in multinational teams, yet critics argue that the construct overlaps with general intelligence and personality traits, questioning its unique predictive validity. Nonetheless, CQ training programs have been adopted by global corporations, indicating practical utility despite theoretical debates.
❓ 本文によると、文化的知性と感情的知性の間の重要な違いは次のうちどれか。
A. A) 文化的知性は個人内のスキルに焦点を当てる一方、感情的知性は文化的規範に焦点を当てる。
B. B) 文化的知性は文化的に多様な環境での機能を重視する一方、感情的知性は個人内および対人スキルを重視する。
C. C) 感情的知性には4つの次元が含まれる一方、文化的知性には2つしかない。
D. D) 多国籍チームにおける職務遂行能力には、文化的知性よりも感情的知性の方が強く関連している。
✅ 正确答案
B) Cultural intelligence emphasizes functioning in culturally diverse settings, while emotional intelligence emphasizes intrapersonal and interpersonal skills.
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