We have tested various key hypotheses concerning the influence of organizational isomorphism on
corruption in financial institutions in emerging countries. In line with previous research, we have highlighted that the quality of institutional framework (including law, enforcement and quality of financial markets) have a negative influence on the level of corruption. The better the business environment, the lower the corruption. Coercive isomorphism
is a key factor to explain various levels of corruption. Furthermore, mimetic isomorphism is