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M Reza Hosseini1, Igor Martek2, Saeed Banihashemi3
1School of Architecture and Built Environment, Deakin University, 1 Gheringhap Street, Geelong, VIC, 3220, Australia. Reza.Hosseini@deakin.edu.au.
Science and Engineering Ethics
|February 7, 2019
Summary
Corruption risks in Iran
Area of Science:
- Construction Management
- Public Policy
- Economic Development
Background:
- The construction industry is a major economic contributor but is highly susceptible to corruption.
- Corruption in construction poses significant risks to projects and national economic development.
- Specific corruption risks within the Iranian construction sector remain underexplored.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the sources, nature, and impact of corruption risks in the Iranian construction industry.
- To address the knowledge gap regarding corruption in this critical sector.
- To provide a foundation for mitigation strategies.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods approach combining questionnaires and semi-structured interviews.
- Data collection from 103 questionnaire responses.
- Social network analysis for processing qualitative and quantitative data.
Main Results:
- Four primary corruption risks identified: contract awarding violations, contractual misuse, project management neglect, and irrational decision-making.
- Findings align with global trends of financial misappropriation.
- A unique Iranian characteristic is the prioritization of politically motivated projects over economic or social benefits.
Conclusions:
- Corruption risks in Iran's construction sector are multifaceted, influenced by global patterns and specific political contexts.
- Authoritarianism significantly impacts project selection, overriding economic and social considerations.
- Understanding these root causes is crucial for developing effective anti-corruption measures in the Iranian construction industry.
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