An institutional theory perspective on corruption : The case of a developing democracy

Title: An institutional theory perspective on corruption : The case of a developing democracy
Creator: Pillay, Soma; Kluvers, Ron
Date: 2014
Type: Text; Journal article
Identifier: http://researchonline.federation.edu.au/vital/access/HandleResolver/1959.17/159949
Identifier: vital:12072
Identifier: https://doi.org/10.1111/faam.12029
Identifier: ISSN:0267-4424
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to use quantitative data to describe corruption in the SANPS, and use Luo's ([Luo, Y., 2005]) institutional theory to gain insights into how corruption develops and remains entrenched despite the introduction of anti‐corruption legislation. A total of 1,500 questionnaires were distributed to public servants in nine provinces, but predominantly in Kwa Zulu Natal and Gauteng. There were 702 returned giving a response rate of 47%. We conclude that the findings discussed in this paper lend support for Luo's theoretical model being able to provide insight into the development of corruption, its consequences and possible remedies.
Publisher: Wiley Blackwell
Relation: Financial Accountability & Management Vol. 30, no. 1 (2014), p. 95-119
Rights: This metadata is freely available under a CCO license
Subject: 1501 Accounting, Auditing and Accountability; 1605 Policy and Administration; Corruption; Institutional Theory; Task Environment; Institutional Environment
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