EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE – (AWARE OF)
MSCEIT® 2
The Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test (MSCEIT) is a performance-based assessment that measures a person’s actual emotional intelligence (EI) skills—how effectively they perceive, understand, manage, and use emotions.
Unlike self-report EI tools, MSCEIT2 asks individuals to solve emotion-based problems, making it highly objective and scientifically validated.
What does MSCEIT Measure?
The MSCEIT2 assesses four key domains of emotional intelligence:
- Perceiving Emotions – Accurately recognising emotions in people and their environments.
- Connecting Emotions – Using emotions to assist thought and strengthen connections.
- Understanding Emotions – recognise, interpret, and track emotions and their causes.
- Managing Emotions – Effectively regulating emotions in oneself and others.
Key Benefits
- Measures emotional intelligence through tasks that involve solving emotion-based problems and scenarios. Objective and scientifically validated.
- Covers four EI domains: perceiving, connecting, understanding, and managing emotions.
- Ideal for selection, leadership development, and coaching.
- Clear, detailed feedback on EI strengths and development areas.
- Trusted in both academic and workplace settings.
How it Works?
- Completed online in approx. 30–45 minutes.
- The profile can be completed without any prior training or expertise, though an accredited professional is required to interpret the report.
- Results are scored objectively and benchmarked against global norms.
- Reports include detailed breakdowns by EI domain and overall score.
Who is this Assessment for?
The MSCEIT® 2 is suitable for professionals at all levels and is especially useful for:
- Leaders and managers developing emotional intelligence
- Coaching and development programs
- Recruitment for emotionally demanding roles
- Teams looking to improve collaboration and communication
Validity and Experience
- Built upon decades of research
- Validated across multiple industries
- Strong reliability and validity for workplace outcomes
Reporting
MSCEIT® 2 reports provide:
- Total EI score and scores for each EI domain
- Easy-to-read visuals and narrative insights
- Actionable development suggestions to strengthen emotional abilities
VALID. FAIR. RELIABLE.
MSCEIT® 2 is a scientifically validated emotional intelligence assessment that measures how well individuals recognizes emotional cues, understands their causes and implications, and uses emotion as a source of information to facilitate smooth and effective interpersonal interactions.
Unlike self-report tools, MSCEIT® 2 is ability-based—asking people to solve emotion-based problems for an objective view of an individual’s capacity to think through and solve problems involving emotions. It is a powerful tool for development, coaching, and leadership across all levels.
FAQs
What is the MSCEIT Assessment?
The MSCEIT ® 2 (Mayer-Salovey-Caruso Emotional Intelligence Test™ Second Edition) is a ability-based emotional intelligence assessment that measures how well someone can perceive, understand, use, and manage emotions.
it evaluates an individual’s fundamental ability to think through and solve problems involving emotions.
What does the MSCEIT® 2 assessment measure?
The MSCEIT® 2 measures emotional intelligence as a set of skills, focusing on four key domains:
- Perceiving Emotions – Accurately recognising emotions in people and their environments
- Connecting Emotions – Using emotions to assist thought and strengthen connections
- Understanding Emotions – recognise, interpret, and track emotions and their causes
- Managing Emotions – Effectively regulating emotions in oneself and others
It provides an objective view of how well someone can apply emotional intelligence in real-life situations.
Why should employers use the MSCEIT® 2 assessment?
MSCEIT® 2 gives employers an objective, scientifically validated measure of emotional intelligence—based on actual ability, not self-perception.
It helps identify individuals who can:
- Navigate workplace relationships effectively
- Manage stress and emotions under pressure
- Lead with empathy and clarity
- Contribute to stronger team communication and collaboration
Ideal for leadership development, coaching, and roles that require high emotional awareness.
Who is the MSCEIT® 2 assessment suitable for?
The MSCEIT® 2 is suitable for individuals at all levels, especially those in roles that require strong emotional awareness, leadership, or interpersonal skills.
It’s ideal for:
- Leaders and managers
- Coaching and development programs
- Team-building and communication initiatives
- Emotionally demanding roles or high-pressure environments
Its insights are practical, scalable, and relevant across industries.
How are the MSCEIT® 2 results delivered?
Results are delivered in a clear report showing overall emotional intelligence and scores across four key domains, along with practical insights for development and coaching.
Is the MSCEIT® 2 assessment scientifically valid?
Yes. MSCEIT is a highly validated, research-backed assessment developed by leading EI researchers. It reliably measures emotional intelligence as an ability and is widely used in both academic and professional settings.
How long does the MSCEIT® 2 assessment take to complete?
The MSCEIT assessment takes approximately 30–45 minutes to complete. It’s fully online and designed to assess emotional intelligence through interactive, problem-solving tasks.
Can MSCEIT® 2 results be used for development as well as selection?
Yes. MSCEIT is ideal for both development and selection.
It helps identify individuals with strong emotional intelligence skills for hiring, while also providing valuable insights for leadership development, coaching, and team improvement.
Can the MSCEIT® 2 assessment be integrated into our current recruitment process?
Yes. The MSCEIT can be easily integrated into your recruitment process to assess candidates’ emotional intelligence objectively.
It adds valuable insight into how well individuals perceive, understand, and manage emotions—helping you identify those best suited for leadership, teamwork, and emotionally demanding roles.
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