TEP1029H1 S - The Science of Emotional Intelligence and its Application to Leadership

Course description: A growing body of social science research offers clear evidence that emotional intelligence (EQ) plays a crucial role in leadership effectiveness. We know that the most successful managers are able to motivate and achieve best performances through the ability to understand others, and the key to this is to first understand yourself. In this course, you will complete the most scientifically validated EQ assessment available, The Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-i) and receive a detailed report that identifies your leadership strengths and targets areas for development. You will acquire an enhanced level of self-knowledge and a deeper awareness of your impact on others. This will form the basis of a personal development plan that will help you improve your leadership effectiveness. 

In this course we will also examine evidence-based research that links leadership effectiveness to authenticity and mindfulness, both of which can be enhanced through mindfulness training programs. Simply defined, mindfulness is the awareness of one’s mental processes and the understanding of how one’s mind works. Using case studies, we will discover why companies such as Carlsberg, Google, Sony and General Electric have trained hundreds of employees in mindfulness.

Posting end date: July 17, 2026

Number of positions (est): One (1) position

Estimated TA support: TBA

Estimated course enrolment:  Approximately 40 students

Class schedule: LEC Thurs 6-9pm

Sessional dates of appointment: January 1, 2027 - April 30, 2027

Hours: 1 HCE (up to a maximum of 230 hrs) 

Salary: CUPE minimum salary rates for a half course (HCE), inclusive of vacation pay, are: Sessional Lecturer 1 - $9,997.47; Sessional Lecturer 1 Long Term - $10,699.22; Sessional Lecturer 2 - $10,699.22; Sessional Lecturer 2 Long Term - $10,953.96; Sessional Lecturer 3 - $10,953.96 and Sessional Lecturer 3 Long Term - $11,212.15. Should rates stipulated in the Collective Agreement vary from rates  stated in this posting, the rates  stated in the Collective Agreement shall prevail.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have extensive experience in the area of Emotional Intelligence and Leadership. In addition, applicants must have extensive knowledge of EQ assessments, in particular the role and use of The Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-i). The applicant must have excellent skills in performing assessments and generating reports based on assessment results. The applicant must also have experience in and knowledge of evidence-based research that links leadership effectiveness to authenticity and mindfulness, as well as experience with mindfulness training programs and activities related to enhancing students’ personal leadership capability and readiness for success. Applicants should have a strong record of presenting lectures. The applicant must be able to lecture in a clear voice, and explain concepts clearly.

Preferred Qualifications: Graduate degree in Education, Business or Leadership Studies, or equivalent experience. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in leadership development theory and practice. Proven track record of effective teaching and curriculum design. Understanding of engineering profession and context. Capacity to deliver experiential pedagogy.

Description of duties: 

• preparation of lectures and course materials

• delivery of lectures

• possible supervision of Teaching Assistants

• setting and marking assignments, projects, examinations, etc.

• timely submission of final marks

• advising students (in person and via email) 

• other appropriate teaching duties related to the course

• ability to convert to online duties if required

Application Procedure: Applicants should submit:

• Application documents must be submitted via the link found in the application form in one (1) file.

If during the application and/or selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Chanelle Small-Reid at  View email address on jobs.utoronto.ca . 

This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. 

It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.  

Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement. Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities. and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the position. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.