There are $16$ training programs which Brian, the director of training, wishes to implement during the coming year. After examining his training budget, Brian realizes he will not be able to conduct all of these training efforts and he must prioritize them in order to reduce the number. Brian should prioritize these training programs based on $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.$

Group of answer choices

the richness of program criteria

the number of requests he has had from employees and managers for certain types of training

the cost per trainee of the programs

organizational performance goals