A STUDY OF SPIRITUAL QUOTIENT OF MANAGEMENT TEACHERS IN MANAGING WORK STRESS AS WELL AS SHAPING STUDENTS CAREER IN THE STATE OF MAHARASHTRA.

Abstract

This study examines the role of spiritual quotient (SQ) among management professors in Maharashtra and its influence on managing professional stress and supporting students' career development. A structured questionnaire, assessing SQ, stress levels, spiritual practices, and participation in career guidance programs, was administered to 685 teachers. Descriptive statistics revealed a moderately high SQ level among the teachers, associated with a relatively low stress level. Normality tests showed a non-normal distribution, necessitating the use of non-parametric tests. Reliability tests confirmed strong internal consistency, with a Cronbach's alpha coefficient above the norm.

The results of the Mann-Whitney U test showed that teachers with higher social intelligence (SI) experienced significantly less stress than those with lower SI. Teachers who practiced meditation, prayer, or yoga also reported reduced stress. Spearman's rank correlation revealed a strong positive association between SI and students' participation in career guidance activities. Multiple regression analysis confirmed that SI remained a significant predictor of stress, even after adjusting for age, professional experience, and academic degree. These findings highlight that SI promotes emotional balance, mental clarity, and resilience, thus helping teachers better manage their stress while improving their ability to support students. The study concludes that spiritual intelligence is a key factor in the well-being and professional performance of professors in leadership positions. It recommends that universities integrate programs aimed at promoting spiritual well-being and developing spiritual intelligence in order to support faculty mental health and enhance career guidance for students.