Testing a social-psychological model of public acceptance towards highway infrastructure projects: a case study from China

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yujia Ge ◽  
Caiyun Cui ◽  
Chunqing Zhang ◽  
Yongjian Ke ◽  
Yong Liu
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Public Acceptance ◽  
Infrastructure Projects ◽  
Social Psychological ◽  
Psychological Model ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Highway Infrastructure ◽  
The Public ◽  
Benefit Perception

PurposeTo test a social-psychological model of public acceptance of highway infrastructure projects in the Chinese architecture/engineering/construction industry.Design/methodology/approachThrough a comprehensive literature review, we established a social-psychological model of public acceptance related to benefit perception, risk perception and public trust. We empirically validated our model by using structural equation model analysis based on a questionnaire survey in the S35 Yongjin Highway Infrastructure Project in Yunnan Province, China.FindingsBenefit, trust and risk perception had a significant influence on local residents' public acceptance of highway infrastructure projects; benefit perception and trust perception had a greater influence than risk perception. Public acceptance among local male residents over the age of 35 or those with higher education levels was more likely to be determined by the relative dominance of risk and benefit perceived.Research limitations/implicationsThis study contributes empirical evidence to the theoretical literature related to locally unwanted land use (LULU) siting and stakeholders in the field of project management from the public perspective. This study also suggests valuable practical implications to authorities, project managers and the public in decision-making and risk communication.Originality/valueAlthough previous studies addressed factors affecting public acceptance towards potentially hazardous facilities, understanding of the implications of these social-psychological factors and their effects are still far from sufficient. This study bridges this gap by exploring the determinants of public acceptance towards highway infrastructure projects based on a selected case in China.

scholarly journals Gender as moderator of the influence of tourists’ risk perception on destination image and visit intentions

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rita Rosa Carballo ◽  
Carmelo Javier León ◽  
María Magdalena Carballo
Keyword(s):  
Gender Differences ◽  
Risk Perception ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Group Analysis ◽  
Destination Image ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Behavioural Intentions ◽  
Consumption Decisions ◽  
The Impact

Purpose This paper aims to study the influence of gender on the theoretical and empirical relationships between tourists’ risk perceptions and both destination image and behavioural intentions. Design/methodology/approach An empirical study was carried out with potential tourists at home in Germany and the UK considering travelling to Spain, Egypt, Morocco, Brazil, Colombia and Indonesia. Data were analysed using structural equation modelling with multi-group analysis. Findings Results show that gender moderates the theoretical relationships between risk perception and both destination image and behavioural intentions. Risk perception is higher for women than for men and depends on the type of risks and the characteristics of the destination. Women are more likely than men to reduce their visit to a destination whenever there is an increase in their risk perceptions. However, the influence of risk perception on destination image is higher for men than for women. Thus, results prove there are significant gender differences in the theoretical relationships between risk perceptions and destination image and visiting intentions. Originality/value This paper provides new evidence on the gender differences in risk perceptions in tourism and their impact on destination image and visiting intentions, showing that whenever there are higher risks at a tourist destination women do change more than men their behavioural intentions. The results are useful for designing risk management and promotion policies at destinations that avoid the masculinisation bias, thereby considering the impact of gender differences on travel behaviour and consumption decisions.

scholarly journals Pathways to workplace innovation and career satisfaction in the public service

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (5) ◽  
pp. 890-914 ◽  
Author(s):  
Warit Wipulanusat ◽  
Kriengsak Panuwatwanich ◽  
Rodney Anthony Stewart
Keyword(s):  
Public Service ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Structural Model ◽  
Career Satisfaction ◽  
Innovation Process ◽  
Mediation Effects ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Professional Career ◽  
The Public ◽  
Workplace Innovation

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to study the influence of two climates for innovation constructs, namely, leadership and organisational culture, on workplace innovation and career satisfaction. Design/methodology/approach This study used structural equation modelling to test the data from 3,125 engineering professionals in the Australian Public Service (APS). Findings The structural model indicated that leadership for innovation and ambidextrous culture for innovation influenced workplace innovation which, in turn, improved career satisfaction. Moreover, modelling revealed a significant relationship between ambidextrous culture for innovation and career satisfaction. This study also investigated mediation effects and revealed both simple and sequential mediation paths in the model. It was found that improving workplace innovation and career satisfaction through recognition of an engineer’s contribution to their agency would assist in retaining and advancing in-house engineering expertise. Practical implications The structural model could be used to address current shortages of engineering professionals in the Commonwealth of Australia departments. The findings emphasise the importance of Commonwealth departments providing opportunities for their engineers to engage in creative and innovative projects which enhance their professional career. Originality/value This study fills the gap in the innovation literature by exploring the relationships through which socio-psychological factors affect workplace innovation and career satisfaction on the innovation process for engineering professionals in the APS.

Fraud prevention initiatives in the Nigerian public sector

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 527-544 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rabiu Abdullahi ◽  
Noorhayati Mansor
Keyword(s):  
Public Sector ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Control Mechanisms ◽  
Fraud Triangle ◽  
Fraud Prevention ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
The Government ◽  
Triangle Theory

Purpose Detecting and preventing fraud are challenging and risky tasks, especially in a fast developing economy such as Nigeria. The efforts become crucial in the government sectors, as they involve public’s trust and resources. The purpose of this study is to examine the relationships between the fraud incidence and the elements of fraud triangle theory (FTT) with the aim of combating current fraud outrages in the Nigerian public sector. Design/methodology/approach A survey was conducted and 302 questionnaires were distributed to the staff of the departments of accounting, internal auditing and investigation of ten selected ministries, departments and agencies of Kano State, Nigeria. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to analyze the data. Findings The study reveals a significant relationship between three elements of FTT and fraud incidences in the Nigerian public sectors (p-value < 0.001 for pressure and opportunity and p-value = 0.024 for rationalization). Practical implications The findings of the study are useful for forensic accountants and the Nigerian anti-graft bodies to enhance existing control mechanisms in fraud prevention initiatives. The research also contributes to bridge the gap in academic theory and empirical study related to FTT. Social implications Fraud scandals can cause public’s frustration, damage the reputation and integrity of the ruling government and result in negative image of the public sector. Originality/value Accordingly, the study suggests a salary scale reform (SSR) in the Nigerian public sector and improvement in fringe benefits to increase employees’ standard of living. The study concludes with recommendations to enhance fraud awareness and training programs to the government employees.

Impact of total quality management, organisational excellence and entrepreneurial orientation on organisational performance: empirical evidence from the public sector in UAE

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (9) ◽  
pp. 2497-2519 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hassan Saleh Al-Dhaafri ◽  
Mohammed Saleh Alosani
Keyword(s):  
Quality Management ◽  
Total Quality Management ◽  
Entrepreneurial Orientation ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Total Effect ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Organisational Performance ◽  
Total Quality ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public

PurposeDrawing upon the resource-based view, the authors examined empirically the total effect of total quality management (TQM), organisational excellence and entrepreneurial orientation (EO) on organisational performanceDesign/methodology/approachHypotheses were formed to be tested using primary data collected through a survey questionnaire. The data were collected from the Dubai police organisation as a field of study. Out of the 500 distributed questionnaires, 280 questionnaires were returned. Partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) was used to analyse the data for measurement and structural models.FindingsThe statistical results that were extracted using PLS-SEM confirmed the positive and significant effect of TQM, organisational excellence and EO on organisational performance.Practical implicationsIn this study, many valuable implications were found from the results. The outcomes of this study can help managers, decision makers and practitioners in considering the importance of implementing practices, such as TQM, excellence and EO in their organisations. Therefore, the outcomes can help in achieving the best desired performance.Originality/valueThe present study is one of the most important empirical research studies that examine the total effect of TQM, organisational excellence and EO on performance relationships.

Do public governance and patriotism matter? Sales tax compliance among small and medium enterprises in developing countries: Jordanian evidence

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmad Farhan Alshira'h ◽  
Hasan Mahmoud Al-Shatnawi ◽  
Manaf Al-Okaily ◽  
Abdalwali Lutfi ◽  
Malek Hamed Alshirah
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Tax Compliance ◽  
Arab Countries ◽  
Sales Tax ◽  
Public Governance ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
Medium Enterprises

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to better understand the issues on tax compliance. This study aims to examine the influence of patriotism and public governance on the sales tax compliance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and to examine the interaction between patriotism and public governance on sales tax compliance.Design/methodology/approachThis study was carried out by soliciting the opinions of owner-managers of SMEs in Jordan through a survey that was distributed by self-administered. This paper uses partial least squares structural equation modelling to investigate the influence of patriotism, public governance and the interaction of these two mechanisms on sales tax compliance for a sample of 385 SMEs.FindingsThis paper finds that patriotism and the public governance increase and improve the level of sales tax compliance. The findings also supported the interaction effect of patriotism on the relationship between public governance with sales tax compliance. Thus, all the hypothesised relationships were supported.Practical implicationsTax authorities and policymakers in developing majority societies in developing countries and in other Arab countries, especially in Jordan, may use the results to focus their interest on the formulation of policies founded on the outcomes of the study to strengthen the compliance of eligible SMEs to further boost their sales collections.Originality/valueVery few studies have examined the determinants of sales tax compliance, and there has been an absence of work that examines the influence of the patriotism and public governance on sales tax compliance. This paper, therefore, fills a gap in the literature by providing the first empirical evidence about the influence of patriotism and public governance on sales tax compliance of SMEs in developing countries. This study is the initial paper to examine the interaction between patriotism and public governance on sales tax compliance among SMEs in developing countries

Dynamics of stakeholder engagement in mega transport infrastructure projects

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (7) ◽  
pp. 1465-1495 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehmet Erkul ◽  
Ibrahim Yitmen ◽  
Tahir Celik
Keyword(s):  
Social Network ◽  
Stakeholder Engagement ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Project Success ◽  
Network Dynamics ◽  
Transport Infrastructure ◽  
Infrastructure Projects ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Stakeholder Satisfaction ◽  
Social Network Dynamics

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the practice of stakeholder engagement as a social network dynamics for stakeholder satisfaction and project success in the lifecycle of mega transport infrastructure projects (MTIPs). Design/methodology/approach Hypotheses indicating the positive relationships between stakeholders’ effective attributes, stakeholder engagement as social network dynamics and project success through stakeholders’ satisfaction have been developed. Based on a questionnaire survey and semi-structured interviews, responses have been gathered from the representative groups and organizations on their social network dynamics for their satisfaction and project success. A hypothesized structural equation model has been tested using AMOS statistical software package. Findings The analysis highlighted the engagement of the stakeholders within the strategic intents of the project with the public needs and expectations. The model depicts the processes of building social network models based on the capturing of the project’s data in relation to the stakeholders’ communication and satisfaction across the key issues for success in the lifecycle of MTIP. Practical implications The model is applicable on most MTIP with a diverse stakeholder base and the underlying complexity associated with the community participation and consultation processes. The model will also support wider stakeholder engagement in the planning of MTIP with optimal operationalization and service delivery from a community perspective. Originality/value The research involves an approach for rationalizing the stakeholder engagement policies of the MTIPs by providing an empirically grounded model simultaneously linking various aspects of stakeholder effective attributes, stakeholder engagement and their relationships to stakeholder satisfaction and project success in MTIPs.

Factor analysis of critical success factors for water infrastructure projects delivered under public–private partnerships

2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 338-357 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khotso Dithebe ◽  
Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa ◽  
Wellington Didibhuku Thwala ◽  
Ayodeji Emmanuel Oke
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Critical Success Factors ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Public Private Partnerships ◽  
Private Capital ◽  
Water Infrastructure ◽  
Infrastructure Projects ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
Critical Success

Purpose The role of public–private partnerships (PPP) as a strategic initiative to improve and accelerate service delivery in the form of newly built and revitalised water infrastructure assets in developing countries cannot be over-emphasised. Hence, the purpose of this study is to assess and highlight the importance of critical success factors for water infrastructure projects delivered under public–private partnerships. Design/methodology/approach A survey design was used and a questionnaire was administered to stakeholders who have participated in delivering water infrastructure assets in South Africa. Out of 150 administered questionnaires, only 91 were returned and usable for analyses, representing a 61 per cent response rate. The data gathered were then analysed using descriptive and factor analysis. Findings The study revealed that thorough planning for project viability, high levels of transparency and accountability and a legal framework stipulating policy continuity are the CSFs for delivering water infrastructure projects under the PPP initiative. The findings emerging from factor analysis owing to a close variance revealed the importance of the following grouped factors, namely, public cooperation, project viability and policy and legislation enhancement. Practical implications From the results, it is clear that the public sector, as the facilitator of infrastructure development, should create an environment that is conducive for private capital through political will and commitment and the enhancement of policy and legislation where there is no or minimal private participation. Originality/value Adequate infrastructure investment from private capital promises to flourish economically and improve the living conditions of the public in the cities and the country at large. To further guarantee the reality of PPPs at a local level, the host government must adequately engage and enlighten the public.

Intrapreneurial behaviour: the role of organizational commitment

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 243-256 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Farrukh ◽  
Wei Ying Chong ◽  
Shaheen Mansori ◽  
Sara Ravan Ramzani
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Affective Commitment ◽  
Capital City ◽  
Continuance Commitment ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to shed light on the impact of organizational commitment (OC) on the intrapreneurial behaviour of the employees in higher educational institutes (HEIs) of Pakistan. Design/methodology/approach This paper opted the empirical study using the survey approach. Structural equation modelling was used to analyse the questionnaires completed the Deans/Head of Schools, professors and associate professors of the 20 public HEIs of Pakistan located in the capital city, Islamabad. In total, 500 structured questionnaires were sent to the Deans/Head of Schools, professors and associate professors. A total of 306 responses were received. Findings Affective commitment (AC) and normative commitment (NC) has a positive and significant impact on the intrapreneurial behaviour while continuance commitment (CC) is negatively associated with the same behaviour. Originality/value This empirical study will contribute to the theoretical knowledge on intrapreneurship and OC in the public sector HEIs, which has been neglected in entrepreneurship research.

Integrating internal branding antecedents, customer and job satisfaction in the public sector

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (5) ◽  
pp. 1480-1503 ◽  
Author(s):  
Riyad Eid ◽  
Amna Al Zaabi ◽  
Rashed Alzahmi ◽  
Yasmeen Elsantil
Keyword(s):  
Public Sector ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Internal Branding ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Government Sector ◽  
Public Sector Employees ◽  
Western Government

Purpose The implementation of marketing concepts to the public sector is still a relatively new topic for researchers and practitioners. Moreover, although branding has become more prominent in the public sector, its role with employees is under explored. Following a review of internal branding and marketing literature in the private sector, the purpose of this study is enrich and contribute to the internal branding concept and the literature by expanding its insightful knowledge beyond that of the Western school of thought to the UAE government sector. Design/methodology/approach The paper is based on a quantitative survey conducted among 304 public sector employees. These were measured on a five-point Likert scale. To test the model and the hypothesized relationships among the constructs of the model, structural equation modeling was used. Findings The strength of the relationship between the constructs indicates that features of the suggested internal branding model are crucial to achieving both employee and customer satisfaction in the public sector. Originality/value This study provides new theoretical grounds for studying internal branding in the public sector. It also supplies public sector organizations with a number of operative factors that may be essential if they are to provide enhanced satisfaction to public needs. It further contributes to the existing body of knowledge by expanding its knowledge beyond the Western school of thoughts as the study is about a non-Western government culture. Finally, it is probably the first to provide an integrative perspective of internal branding constructs in the public sector.

Examining the predictors of fraud in state-owned enterprises: an application of the fraud triangle theory

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Godfred Matthew Yaw Owusu ◽  
Theodora Aba Abekah Koomson ◽  
Stanley Agbenya Alipoe ◽  
Yusuf Ahmed Kani
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Empirical Support ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Fraud Triangle ◽  
Data Collection Tool ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Public ◽  
Triangle Theory ◽  
The Empirical Analysis

Purpose This paper aims to investigate the views of employees on the motives behind frequently reported fraudulent activities at the workplace. Using the fraud triangle theory (FTT) as the theoretical lens, the study examines the effect of pressure, opportunity and rationalization on fraudulent acts by employees at the workplace. Design/methodology/approach The study follows a correlational quantitative approach using questionnaires as the main data collection tool. A total of 243 valid responses from employees working in different state-owned enterprises in Ghana were used in the empirical analysis. The hypothesized relationships of the study were tested using the partial least square-structural equation modelling technique. Findings The results from the structural analysis showed that pressure, rationalization and opportunity are important in explaining why employees engage in fraudulent activities at the workplace. Originality/value The findings do not only provide empirical support for the applicability of the FTT in the Ghanaian context but most importantly offer some useful insights into the fraud discourse from the public sector workers’ perspective.

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