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This study focus on comparing the similarities and differences between the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) theory and the enneagram theory, as well as their differences on the scale. This allows for a better understanding of the differences between the two theories in the dimensions of personality types, leading to a better understanding of oneself and others. From what we understand, both MBTI theory and enneagram theory have different classifications of personality types, which allow people to understand themselves and others more fully. However, compared with the enneagram theory, the MBTI theory is more popular and has more general application. The MBTI scale is also more comprehensive and has higher structural validity and overall reliability than theenneagram theory. Although the enneagram theory of the nine personality types is more commonly used in talent management, it is not as widely used as the MBTI. Through this research, we will be able to more fully understand the similarities and differences between the two theories.  \nKeywords: Enneagram personality, personality assessment, management education, Myers Briggs Type Indicator.  \n1. Introduction  \nThe Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) personality theory and Enneagram are undoubtedly among contemporary research’s most prominent and extensively studied subjects. Scholars have identified that both of these theories consist of personality-type assessments based on well-established and comprehensive theoretical models [1] . However, there is still a lack of understanding and awareness regarding the correlation and differences between these two theories.  \nThe research topic of this essay focuses on comparing the relationship between the MBTI and Enneagram theory through comprehensive references to relevant literature and books and in-depth organisation of both theories. After outlining the fundamentals, scale models, and popular preference tendencies of the two theories, similarities and differences are drawn, and their performance in terms of scale differences and comprehensiveness is also compared. Finally, the scope of application of the two theories is further explored. This article particularly focuses on combining different literature to understand both theories better. It could be found that although both MBTI and Type Nine personality theories are able to reveal people’s personality traits, their research perspectives and methodologies are different.  \nMBTI theory is based on the psychological ideas of Jung, which emphasises people’s cognitive, emotional, and behavioural preferences. By classifying people’s personality types into 16 different combinations, MBTI attempts to describe people’s ways of thinking, character traits, and behavioural tendencies. It is widely accepted and used because its scale model is relatively simple and easy to apply and interpret. In contrast, the Enneagram theory, proposed by Don Richard Riso and Russ Hudson, analyses people’s intrinsic traits in terms of perception, thinking, and emotion [2] . This theory classifies people into nine personality types, each of which represents unique thinking patterns, emotional tendencies, and behavioural habits. The scale model of Enneagram theory is relatively complex and requires in-depth psychological analysis and exploration of the individual, making it more challenging to apply [2, 3] .  \nMoreover, there are some differences between the two theories in terms of popular preference tendencies. MBTI focuses more on interpersonal relationships, cooperation, and communication and facilitates the effectiveness of teamwork through understanding individual preferences. Enneagram  \nVolume 26 (2024)  \nTheory, on the other hand, places mo","cbCaib9UnOPZPkmj","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaib9UnOPZPkmj","pdf",178246,"English","# Introduction\n## Method\n# Literature Review\n## Introduction of MBTI","[{\"question\":\"What is the main purpose of comparing MBTI and the Enneagram theory?\",\"answer\":\"The study compares similarities and differences between the MBTI and Enneagram frameworks, including how they classify personality types and how their scales differ.\"},{\"question\":\"How are MBTI and Enneagram personality types structured?\",\"answer\":\"MBTI classifies people into 16 combinations of personality types, while Enneagram classifies people into nine personality types, each representing distinct thinking, emotional, and behavioral patterns.\"},{\"question\":\"Why is MBTI described as easier to apply than Enneagram?\",\"answer\":\"MBTI’s scale model is presented as relatively simple and easier to interpret, whereas the Enneagram scale is portrayed as more complex and requiring deeper psychological analysis.\"}]","A Comparison of Myers Briggs Type Indicator of Personality and Enneagram Personality Theory - 6 | PDF",18]