As antecedent, you belong to the Construction industry, and you have had experience working in it. Please, relate your Construction industry to the scenario below and answer the questions.

The company you work for has determined there is a potential problem between the future supply of skilled workers in the region and the ability to meet the company's forecasted demand. As a result, senior management has decided to partner with several external institutions and launch an Apprenticeship Program. Your department has been selected as the first site of implementation. Your department will receive those individuals participating in the apprenticeship program. These individuals will be working alongside your employees for approximately six (6) months, after which an evaluation will be done to assess the skill level of those in the apprenticeship program.

1. Identify which of the four management functions you would focus on first and explain your reasoning.

2. Describe what type of goals and objectives you would need to establish for the employees who are participating in the apprentice program. Would you change any existing goals and objectives for your current employees? Why? Why Not?

3. Explain your approach in identifying and resolving any problems in achieving your departmental performance targets during the implementation of the program.

4. What resources would you require from the organization (e.g., HR) to succeed in this implementation? In other words, what areas could they partner with you or provide guidance and assistance?

Thank you in advance for your help.