HOW EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE ENHANCES ETHICAL DECISION‑MAKING IN FINANCE AND AUDIT
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17511798Abstract
This article explores the role of emotional intelligence (EI) in enhancing ethical decision-making among finance
and audit professionals. It emphasizes that beyond technical expertise, emotional awareness enables individuals to handle
stress, recognize ethical dilemmas, and promote transparent communication. The findings indicate that EI improves
moral judgment, teamwork, and ethical resilience, suggesting its integration into ethics and leadership training programs
Keywords
emotional intelligence, ethical decision-making, finance, audit, professional ethics, leadership trainingReferences
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