Corruption, Faith and Economic Growth [Stapleford]
John E. Stapleford
Eastern University
Corruption, most particularly the misuse of public power for personal gain, is increasingly recognized as an important deterrent to economic growth in less developed countries. This research will explore two issues. First, the relationship between corruption, the business climate and economic growth will be examined. Second, the determinants of the level of corruption, including religion, will be identified. The former is essential to long term economic health. The latter is critical as the identification of the determinants of corruption is a necessary (albeit not sufficient) step to taking action to reduce the level of corruption within a nation.
File: Stapleford-ASREC2007.doc [165.50KB]
Published 11/02/2007
Filed under: (2007), *stapleford, corruption, economic growth