International Journal of Academic Multidisciplinary Research (IJAMR)

Title: Impact of emotional intelligence on academic staff performance in Public Universities in Tanzania. The Mwalimu Nyerere Memorial Academy

Authors: Namnyaki Saimon Kivuyo

Volume: 10

Issue: 7

Pages: 515-519

Publication Date: 2026/07/28

Abstract:
This study presents a systematic literature review about the impact of emotional intelligence on academic staff performance in public universities in Tanzania. The research design applied in the investigation was a descriptive survey design, and it was informed by the Ability model of emotional intelligence theory, which emphasized the critical role that emotional intelligence plays in public academic performance. The review analyzed empirical and conceptual studies published between 2019 and 2025. Using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). Structured questioners based on quantitative data analysis were applied to obtain data. Based to the investigation findings, there was a significant positive correlation between public academic performance and emotional intelligence the findings indicating that better performance is correlated with higher emotional intelligence. A conclusion was reached by the data analysis technique known as inferential analysis. The results of the investigation indicated that emotional intelligence has positive impacts towards performance of academic staff.

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