New research reveals the scale of the challenge faced by industry to become a first-choice employer [electronic resource]
Language: English Series: CITB-ConstructionSkills Press Release ; 20 April 2007Publication details: 2007Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: ConstructionSkills' "Positive influence?" research shows that few parents view construction careers as suitable choices for their children, with only 4% of respondents choosing construction site manager as their preferred career option. However, 40% of parents stated they would be happy if their child wanted to work in the construction industry. These conflicting results reveal a lack in some parents' understanding of opportunities in the construction industry. The research also reinforces the need to challenge existing stereotypes and address the low proportion of women and ethnic minorities in construction.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | Virtual Online | ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 137715-2001 |
ConstructionSkills' "Positive influence?" research shows that few parents view construction careers as suitable choices for their children, with only 4% of respondents choosing construction site manager as their preferred career option. However, 40% of parents stated they would be happy if their child wanted to work in the construction industry. These conflicting results reveal a lack in some parents' understanding of opportunities in the construction industry. The research also reinforces the need to challenge existing stereotypes and address the low proportion of women and ethnic minorities in construction.