Influence of locus of control on green buyer behaviour: mediating role of motivation and the moderating role of health consciousness
Asia-Pacific Journal of Business Administration
ISSN: 1757-4323
Article publication date: 12 December 2024
Abstract
Purpose
The study investigates the role of locus of control and motivation in predicting green buyer behaviour using social cognitive theory. The study also examines the mediating role of motivation and the moderating role of health consciousness in the relationship between motivation and green consumer behaviour.
Design/methodology/approach
To test the postulated relationships in the study, responses were collected from 410 customers. The study tested validity through confirmatory factor analysis and examined various hypotheses through Process Macros.
Findings
The analysis revealed that the locus of control of the buyer increases green buyer behaviour. The study established a positive relationship between internal and external locus of control and intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, impacting green buyer behaviour. The study also identified evidence supporting the mediating role of intrinsic and the extrinsic motivation and the moderating influence of health consciousness.
Practical implications
The study expands upon current theory by illustrating the association between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and customers' green purchasing behaviour. It enhances existing literature by identifying health consciousness as a personal factor influencing the connection between motivation and eco-friendly purchasing, urging marketers and policymakers to promote green buying.
Originality/value
To the best of the authors’ knowledge, no prior studies have examined the effect of internal and external locus of control on green buyer behaviour. Through identifying the mediating mechanism and health consciousness as a personal factor, the study enhances both theoretical understanding and practical applications.
Keywords
Citation
Backer, S. and Prasanth, A.P. (2024), "Influence of locus of control on green buyer behaviour: mediating role of motivation and the moderating role of health consciousness", Asia-Pacific Journal of Business Administration, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/APJBA-02-2024-0071
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2024, Emerald Publishing Limited