International Journal of Advanced Research in Social Studies
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Advanced Research in Social Studies

Bridging Budgeting and Well-Being: The Strategic Role of Self-Control in Financial Behavior

Rosananda Oktala (politeknik negeri sriwijaya)
Ewirta Lista Pertaviana (STAI Assalamiyah Serang)



Article Info

Publish Date
06 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of financial budgeting on financial well-being and examines the moderating role of self-control among employees of Bank Pembangunan Daerah (BPD) Sumsel in Indonesia. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 160 respondents and analyzed through Structural Equation Modeling with SmartPLS 4.0. The results reveal that financial budgeting significantly enhances financial well-being (β = 0.432, p < 0.001), suggesting that individuals who actively plan and manage their finances experience greater financial satisfaction and security. Furthermore, self-control significantly moderates this relationship, indicating that individuals with higher self-control are more capable of converting financial plans into consistent behavior, thus amplifying the positive effects of budgeting on well-being. These findings underscore the importance of integrating psychological dimensions into financial literacy programs. Financial interventions that combine budgeting education with self-control strengthening tools—such as behavioral coaching, commitment devices, or digital nudges—are likely to yield more sustainable improvements in financial well-being. This study contributes to the literature by positioning self-control not only as a personal trait but also as a strategic enabler that bridges the gap between financial planning and financial outcomes, particularly in the context of salaried professionals in emerging economies.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijarss

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

International Journal of Advanced Research in Social Studies (IJARRS) is an international peer-reviewed open access journal in the field of social studies and published twice a year (April and October) by Department of Business Administration, Politeknik Negeri Sriwijaya, Indonesia. This journal is ...