نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
نویسندگان
1 دانشجوی دکتری گروه حسابداری، واحد خمین، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، خمین، ایران
2 دانشیار گروه حسابداری، واحد دماوند، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، دماوند، ایران
3 استادیار گروه حسابداری، واحد خمین، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، خمین، ایران
4 استادیار گروه روانشناسی، واحد بهشهر، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، بهشهر، ایران
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عنوان مقاله [English]
نویسندگان [English]
This study explores the role of psychological factors in shaping the mental frameworks that influence the behavior and decision-making of management accountants. Grounded in contingency theory and psychological perspectives, it emphasizes that accounting decisions are influenced by both external and internal psychological characteristics such as motivation, cognition, personality, and social context. Despite growing interest in behavioral aspects of management accounting, prior research is fragmented, often focusing on specific psychological theories. To address this gap, a systematic review and content analysis were conducted to identify key psychological theories relevant to management accountants’ behavior. The research employed a mixed-method approach. The qualitative phase involved identifying 39 sub-theories grouped into four main dimensions—motivational, social, personality, and cognitive—which formed the basis of a conceptual model. In the quantitative phase, using the fuzzy Delphi technique and paired comparison questionnaires with 10 management accounting experts, psychological factors were prioritized. Results indicated that motivational and social factors, particularly goal setting, social comparison, and cognitive dissonance, have the greatest influence on mental frameworks and behavioral justification. The findings highlight the critical role of psychological factors in shaping how accountants process information and make decisions, suggesting that behavioral insights can enhance the quality of judgments, corporate decision-making, and ultimately, competitive advantage. This study underscores the importance of integrating psychological dimensions into management accounting research and practice, offering a behavioral lens for improving performance and decision-making in organizations.
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