BRAC Learning Division (BLD) has been assigned to design a training program on the social and emotional needs of an individual. Before doing so it is essential to assess those needs. As such this study was undertaken to assess the social and emotional intelligence of BRAC staff. The data were collected from 174 randomly selected staff of BRAC head office (level 9-14, equally distributed by sex) through survey and group interviews. The findings of this study will be used by BLD in designing a training module with support from the American Institute of Research. Findings reveal that staff understood their emotions and linked with them, seemed motivated in their work, and cooperated effectively with their peers. However, they felt a bit of difficulty regulating emotions like anger, tension, and stress. Moreover, lack of confidence, nature to avoid disagreement, and less relationship management skills (with supervisor) hampered their productivity. Trainees also recognize that some efforts must be mustered if they want to succeed in the social and emotional domains.
Authors: Afroze, Rifat
Type: Report
Year: 2011
