In exploring the role of civil society organizations in the fights against corruption (public and private, grand and petty) I could not find a comprehensive theoretical framework that can be appropriate for a qualitative study.
I had a quick look at Dr Nirmala S.V.S.G's link to:
'Anti-Corruption Approaches: A Literature Review' and am not sure if I have duplicated anything, as it is a long and information packed document, but wondered if there was anything here also:
Matei, A. I., & Matei, L. (2011). Assessing the anti-corruption strategies: theoretical and empirical models. Journal of Management and Strategy, 2(1), 23-40.
Article Assessing the Anti-corruption Strategies: Theoretical and Em...
Lavena, C. F. (2013). What determines permissiveness toward corruption? A study of attitudes in Latin America. Public Integrity, 15(4), 345-366.
Article What Determines Permissiveness Toward Corruption? A Study of...
Shah, A., & Huther, J. (1999). Anti-corruption policies and programs: a framework for evaluation. The World Bank.
Article Anti-Corruption Policies and Programs: A Framework for Evaluation
Polner, M., & Ireland, R. (2010). Overview of literature on corruption. World Customs Organizations, Research Paper, (7).