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The relationship between corrupt practices and organisational performance: an empirical investigation

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  • Anastasia A. Katou

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Research into corruption has received considerable attention over the last decade. However, because it is remarkably difficult to collect data in this area, empirical studies have provided mixed results about the influence of corrupt practices on organisational performance. The purpose of this study is to examine and identify a cause-and-effect relationship between corruption and performance. The analysis is based on structural equation modelling and bootstrapping estimation using a sample across the manufacturing, services and trade sectors in Greece. The study finds that there is a positive, bi-directional influence between corrupt practices of employees and corrupt business practices. Furthermore, the study finds that the negative impact of corrupt business practices on organisational performance is three times stronger than the impact of corrupt practices of employees. Finally, the study reveals that corrupt practices are influenced by the characteristics of both employees and organisations.

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  • Anastasia A. Katou, 2013. "The relationship between corrupt practices and organisational performance: an empirical investigation," International Journal of Business Governance and Ethics, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 8(4), pages 323-347.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijbget:v:8:y:2013:i:4:p:323-347
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    1. Robson Fernandes Soares & Edson Ronaldo Guarido Filho, 2021. "Anti-Corruption Enforcement and Organizations: A Narrative Review," RAC - Revista de Administração Contemporânea (Journal of Contemporary Administration), ANPAD - Associação Nacional de Pós-Graduação e Pesquisa em Administração, vol. 25(6), pages 190149-1901.
    2. Leyla Orudzheva & Manjula S. Salimath & Robert Pavur, 2020. "Vortex of Corruption: Longitudinal Analysis of Normative Pressures in Top Global Companies," Journal of Business Ethics, Springer, vol. 163(3), pages 529-551, May.

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