
Abstract: This study explores the importance of Cultural Intelligence (CQ) in the management of tourism organizations, suggesting that CQ can act as a strategic tool to improve leadership, customer service and human resource management in multicultural environments. Initially, the four dimensions of CQ – metacognitive, cognitive, kinetic/motivational and behavioral – and their relationship to organizational behaviour. Next, CQ's role in leading multicultural teams (enhancing efficiency and cohesion), serving international clients (improving adaptability and satisfaction) and human resource management (supporting training, diversity and staff selection is presented). The article proposes specific practices for the integration of CQ, such as intercultural skills training programs, CQ-based assessment and reward, and the inclusion of CQ in strategic planning. Through the synthesis of real studies and theoretical sources, it emerges that cultural intelligence can be a source of competitive advantage for tourism organizations, enhancing their ability to offer personalized, culturally sensitive experiences. Finally, the paper discusses its theoretical contributions (linking CQ and strategic management in tourism) and proposes directions for future research, concluding that the cultivation of cultural intelligence is a prerequisite for sustainable success in international tourism. Keywords: Cultural Intelligence, Intercultural Management, Tourism Organizations, Strategic Management, Customer Service, Human Resource Management, Leadership, Multiculturalism. Title: The Management of Tourism Organizations in the Context of Cultural Intelligence Author: Zoi Georgakopoulou Vourloumi International Journal of Novel Research in Marketing Management and Economics ISSN 2394-7322 Vol. 12, Issue 1, January 2025 - April 2025 Page No: 58-70 Novelty Journals Website: www.noveltyjournals.com Published Date: 09-April-2025 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15181581 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/The%20Management%20of%20Tourism%20Organizations-09042025-3.pdf
Leadership, Intercultural Management, Tourism Organizations, Customer Service, Cultural Intelligence, Strategic Management, Human Resource Management, Multiculturalism
Leadership, Intercultural Management, Tourism Organizations, Customer Service, Cultural Intelligence, Strategic Management, Human Resource Management, Multiculturalism
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