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Case Study of the Week: Redesigning All-Star Weekend

May 26, 2025

Step into the role of the director of public relations for the NBA. The senior vice president wants you to redesign the NBA All-Star weekend to create fan interest and increase return-on-investment for sponsors.

Conferences

Download ICDC 2025 Certificates and Competitor Performance Reports

May 20, 2025

Learn how to download certificates and competitive event performance reports from DECA's 2025 Collegiate and High School International Career Development Conferences.

Compete

Your Guide to Understanding DECA ICDC's Competitive Event Process and Performance Reports

May 20, 2025

If you're looking for more information on DECA's International Career Development Conference competitive events process and performance reports, look no further! Explore these frequently asked questions and answers.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Creating a Ring of Champions

May 19, 2025

Step into the role of the owner of Smokers Ring, a company that makes barbeque smokers. Your business partner wants you to design a Smokers Ring customer community to build the brand.

DECA News

Farewell from Your 2024-2025 High School Division Executive Officers

May 13, 2025

As we bid farewell as your 2024-2025 High School Executive Officer Team, we want to thank you for trusting us throughout this term. Because of you, we were able to #BeTheOne.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-2026 Marriott Foundation Curriculum Grant Recipients

May 12, 2025

Congratulations to the following chapters selected to receive the VBC–DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grant provided by the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation.

DECA News

DECA Earns Gold Circle Award for Excellence in Association Communications from ASAE

May 12, 2025

DECA Inc. has earned recognition from ASAE with a 2025 Gold Circle Award in the Video category. The Gold Circle Awards competition is the premier association marketing, membership and communications award.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Incentive to Return to Office

May 12, 2025

Step into the role of the director of human resources for Smart Venture. The president would like you to examine the current total rewards system and create an incentive for employees to return to working in the office.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2025 Non-competitive Stock Market Game

May 9, 2025

DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the top teams in the 2025 Non-competitive Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.

Conferences

Previous ICDC Competitive Event Winners

May 7, 2025

Congratulations to the competitive event top performers from past DECA International Career Development Conferences.

Compete

DECA Announces Competitive Event Topics and Updates for 2025-2026

May 6, 2025

Get a head start on the 2025-2026 competition season with DECA's updates, topics and resources for next year's competitive events program.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: What Could Go Wrong with Never Ending Shrimp?

May 5, 2025

Step into the role of the director of marketing for Coastal Fare, a full-service casual dining restaurant chain that specializes in seafood. The director of operations wants you to recreate the Never-Ending Shrimp Plate.

Chapter Strategy

CTE Resources to Become a #CTEChampion

Jan 20, 2025

As DECA members, we’ve experienced the impact that Career and Technical Education has on students. Advocacy is crucial to ensure continued support and growth for CTE programs, and engaging with your policymakers is one of the most effective ways to make a difference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Sustainability vs Fast Fashion

Jan 20, 2025

Step into the role of the merchandise manager for Superior Looks, a clothing store chain for tweens and teens. The director of merchandising is considering a partnership with a popular fast fashion company and wants your opinion.

Spotlights

How DECA Has Shaped My Leadership Journey

Jan 17, 2025

To any new DECA members, I encourage you to dive into the leadership opportunities that are available headfirst and soak in every moment. You will grow immensely and learn a great amount from your peers.

Spotlights

2025 Accounting Trends: Shaping the Future of Finance

Jan 17, 2025

The accounting profession is changing rapidly as we approach 2025 through a new lens. This year will be driven by the growth of technology and the need for sustainability.

Spotlights

Bridging Generations: My Journey with DECA as a Collegiate Member and Parent

Jan 17, 2025

Through DECA, I've gained valuable business skills as an adult student and deepened my connection with my son as we navigate our educational journeys together.

Spotlights

Don't Let Your Resume Freeze

Jan 17, 2025

The resume is a pivotal tool used in the interview process, so it is important to make sure that it is sharp and well-developed.

Spotlights

DECA Alumni Spotlight: Gautam Ajjarapu

Jan 17, 2025

DECA alumni are more than just former members—they are changemakers, innovators and leaders in their careers. In this article meet Gautam Ajjarapu, an alumni recently featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2025 for his work helping financial institutions worldwide.

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Helping Your DECA Members Avoid Penalty Points: A Guide for Advisors

Jan 14, 2025

As DECA advisors, one of our crucial roles is helping student members navigate the technical requirements of written events. Use this article to guide your student members in avoiding common penalty point deductions.

DECA News

Join the 2025 Collegiate Content Creation Team

Jan 13, 2025

Are you a Collegiate DECA member who loves to do content creation and marketing? Learn more on how you can join the Collegiate Content Creation Team today.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Can Existing Customers Find New Customers?

Jan 13, 2025

Step into the role of the owner of Good Pet, an online company that sells premium pet treats. Your business partner wants you to develop a marketing plan that will help the company gain new customers.

Compete

Get Ready for Session Two of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game

Jan 7, 2025

Collegiate DECA members are invited to participate in the second session of the DECA Stock Market Game which kicks off on February 3, 2025.

DECA News

Announcing the Collegiate DECA 2024-2025 Stock Market Game Session 1 Top Competitors

Jan 6, 2025

DECA congratulates the top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the first session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.

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Turning Tension into Teamwork: 5 Strategies for Conflict Resolution

Dec 1, 2024

Conflict resolution is a necessary transferable skill. Whether dealing with an argument on an officer team, among competition partners, or in a personal relationship, these five tips can help you positively resolve conflicts in the future.

Leadership

A Note for the Overachievers: How to Thrive During the Mid-Year Grind

Dec 1, 2024

Overachievers often find themselves caught between wrapping up the semester and preparing for the year ahead as December rolls in. This is when the pressure peaks, and maintaining balance becomes crucial. Here’s how you can keep your drive without sacrificing your well-being.

Partners

Celebrate Entrepreneurship Month with Intuit for Education

Nov 25, 2024

Unlock your members’ entrepreneurial success! Celebrate entrepreneurship with real-world skills and first-hand learning for your students with Intuit's Entrepreneurial Finance curriculum.

Spotlights

From Aspiring Member to Association President

Nov 25, 2024

Like many students, I joined Collegiate DECA to develop my skills and connect with others. What I didn’t expect was how this organization would shape my future and allow me to serve as Oklahoma's Association President.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Choosing the Right Channel

Nov 25, 2024

Step into the role of an entrepreneur who has created a line of all-natural haircare products named Cleanse. Your business partner has asked you to analyze a list of four retailers that want to sell Cleanse products.

Spotlights

Wayne State DECA Launches: A New Era for Student Leaders

Nov 22, 2024

Wayne State University proudly launches its DECA chapter, which is dedicated to empowering students with professional skills, networking and business experience.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Members that Achieved SBE Individual Certification

Nov 22, 2024

Congratulations to the members who have earned individual certification through DECA's School-based Enterprise (SBE) Individual Certification Exam!

Conferences

The Ultimate Recap of the 2024 Power Trip

Nov 19, 2024

Filled with workshops, the Competitive Excellence Experience and a VERY memorable DECA After Dark at the NASCAR Hall of Fame, members from across the globe had the opportunity to grow as leaders and network with others doing the same.

Conferences

Over 2,500 DECA Members Gathered at the Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Charlotte

Nov 18, 2024

From November 15-17, 2024, over 2,500 DECA student and advisor members attended the Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Charlotte, NC. Congratulations to the Competitive Excellence Experience top performers!

DECA News

Announcing the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers

Nov 18, 2024

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the first round of the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC). They have earned the opportunity to compete during the DECA International Career Development Conference this spring.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Spend, Spend, Spend!

Nov 18, 2024

Step into the role of a personal finance advisor. A new client is having difficulties saving and has asked you for help.

Spotlights

Comfortable Being Uncomfortable: WCTC Collegiate DECA's Mini-Golf Social

Nov 11, 2024

WCTC Collegiate DECA strengthened team dynamics through the chapter's Mini-Golf Social. Members can apply this experience to the workplace and Be the One in Collegiate DECA.