; (2) an analysis of applicant flow data; (3) disaggregated demographic data relating to participants in professional development programs of the Department and the rate of placement into senior positions for participants in such programs; and (4) data related to the employment of minority and service-disabled veterans. 403. Exit interviews or surveys (a) Retained members The Director General of the Foreign Service should conduct periodic interviews or surveys with a representative and diverse cross-section of the workforce of the Department— (1) to understand the reasons of the members for remaining in a position in the Department; and (2) to receive feedback on workplace policies, professional development opportunities, and other issues affecting the decision of the members to remain in the Department. (b) Departing members The Director General of the Foreign Service shall provide an opportunity for an exit interview or survey to each member of the workforce of the Department who separates from service with the Department to better understand the member’s reasons for leaving such service. (c) Use of analysis from interviews and surveys The Director General of the Foreign Service shall analyze demographic data and other information obtained through interviews and surveys under subsections (a) and (b) to determine— (1) if and how the diversity of those participating in such interviews and surveys impacts the results; and (2) whether to implement any policy changes or make any recommendations as part of the reports required under subsection (a) and (e) of section 402. (d) Tracking data The Department shall— (1) track demographic data relating to participants in professional development programs and the rate of placement into senior positions for participants in such programs; (2) annually evaluate such data— (A) to identify ways to improve outreach and recruitment for such programs, consistent with merit system principles