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Abstract

This quantitative correlational study investigated the relationship between Lecturer Emotional Intelligence (EI) and Student Academic Motivation (SAM) within the higher education context of Pakistan. The research involved a sample of 350 undergraduate students from Education and Social Sciences faculties across public sector universities in Lahore. Data were collected using self-report measures, specifically the Schutte Self-Report Emotional Intelligence Test (SSEIT) and the Academic Motivation Scale (AMS-28). The statistical analysis revealed a robust, statistically significant, positive, and moderate correlation between the two variables (r = 0.521, p < 0.001). Furthermore, Multiple Linear Regression confirmed that Lecturer EI is a significant positive predictor of SAM, accounting for approximately 27.9% of the variance. These findings underscore the critical role of faculty emotional competence as a non-cognitive, pedagogical lever for enhancing student engagement and improving the learning climate in resource-constrained educational environments. The study provides strong empirical evidence supporting the immediate integration of mandatory Emotional Intelligence training into faculty professional development programs within Pakistani universities.