Managerial Qualities: Median Ranks

Srl. No.	Attribute	Rank *
1.	Analytical, problem-solving, decision/judgment making skills	9
2.	Balanced learning habits and skills	1
3.	Command of basic facts	7
4.	Continuing sensitivity to events	10
5.	Creativity	8
6.	Emotional resilience	4
7.	Mental agility	5
8.	Proactivity	6
9.	Relevant professional knowledge	2
10.	Self-knowledge	3
11.	Social skills and abilities	11

*The scoring and ranking mechanisms were such that the higher the rank (Rank 1 is highest), the higher the perceived need for improvement in the corresponding managerial attribute. According to the analysis, the three top-ranking qualities (i.e., those that are perceived to be lacking) turn out to be: balanced learning habits and skills, relevant professional knowledge and self-knowledge. Contrary to prevalent assumptions (as evidenced by the course contents of many an MDP in the country), analytical skills, sensitivity to events and social skills rank the lowest here, implying their pronounced presence in these managers.

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