The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Predicting Prosocial Behaviour and Subjective Well-Being in University Students

Abstract

Emotional intelligence (EI) is key to influencing the prosocial behavior and subjective well-being (SWB) of students. The present study examines how EI shapes the propensities of university students to adopt prosocial behaviors—empathy, cooperation, and altruism—and affects their life satisfaction and happiness. Greater EI ensures improved emotion regulation, social insight, and social relationships, creating behaviors that are beneficial for a healthy academic setting. Furthermore, high EI students also have more SWB, as they manage stress and establish good social relationships. The research identifies the predictive potential of EI to boost students’ emotional and social competence, emphasizing its value in both academic and personal growth. The research indicates that including EI training in university programs could encourage both prosocial orientation and psychological well-being, contributing to a more peaceful student population.