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Tips for Taking DECA Exams
Doing well on the exam not only means you could make it on stage at your association conference, but you could also move on to the International Career Development Conference! Follow these three steps to do your best!

DECA Goes Lean in Entrepreneurship
DECA will begin using new terminology and outlines in many of its Entrepreneurship Events.

5 Tips for Taking On the DECA Competition
Hear how one member took advantage of their ICDC experience to gather competition tips from other international competitors.

Competition Tips from ICDC Qualifiers
Ever wondered how students who compete at ICDC do so well and make it to the international conference? We took to the halls of ICDC to find out! Here are some inside tips from competitors on how to best prepare for competition and make it to ICDC!

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2014-2015
Congratulations to this year's scholarship recipients.

Don't Get Flustered Over Your DECA Cluster Exam
Are you feeling flustered about your cluster exams? Though they are often overlooked, these exams can make or break your chance at winning in competition.

7 Tips to Help You Ace Your Role-play
Don't be scared of DECA role-plays! Instead, prepare for them with these awesome tips.

DECA's Written and Prepared Events Support Project-based Learning
DECA advisors are first and foremost, classroom teachers. DECA’s written and prepared events are used by advisors as authentic learning experiences to help students learn and develop skills outlined in the curriculum.

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2013-2014
Congratulations to the DECA members and advisors who received scholarships this year!

6 Steps to Team Competition Excellence
As we gear up for another year of DECA competitions some, teams are coming together for the first time while others are trying to work the kinks out from last year. When you’re competing as a team at DECA there are some key steps you’ll want to take to reach excellence.

Case Study of the Week: Resort Day Passes
Step into the role of the director of sales and marketing for Dew Point Resort and Conference Center, a large resort located in a popular tourist town.

Congratulations to the Collegiate DECA Members of the Month
This year, everyone is excited to Go The Extra, and we’re excited to see how you do it! Read more about each Member of the Month and what makes them extraordinary leaders.

Sending DECA Love this Valentine's Day
Let your DECA bestie, competition partner and fellow chapter members know how much they mean to you with this year's DECA Valentines!

Effective Networking Activities for Your Collegiate DECA Chapter
As college students, learning to network can be daunting. A way your chapter can overcome this is by hosting networking events with additional business organizations to create a more comfortable environment.

Case Study of the Week: Spot The Weaknesses
Step into the role of an accounting auditor hired by Operation Care, a local nonprofit organization. The chair of the board of trustees wants to increase accounting controls and has asked you to review current controls, report weaknesses and make recommendations.

Your Complete Guide to 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC in Louisville
This April 18-21, Collegiate DECA is headed to Louisville, KY, for Collegiate DECA ICDC! From booking your flight to planning fun activities in Louisville, this article breaks down everything you need to know to create your itinerary.

What Goes into Hosting the Super Bowl?
Behind the scenes, a massive financial and logistical effort is underway to make Super Bowl LX happen in Santa Clara. Let’s break down exactly how much it costs and who bears each cost.

Boosting Social Media Engagement: How Collegiate DECA Chapters Can Build a Stronger Digital Community
Social media is your chapter’s first impression — use member‑focused content, consistent posting and collaboration to build a stronger, more connected Collegiate DECA community.

Case Study of the Week: Marketing Safe Winter Driving
Step into the role of the regional manager for Rental Car Academy, a rental car agency that caters to budget-conscious travelers. The regional vice president wants you to determine how to best market an optional yet important new service only for customers in the region.

Pressure Forges Diamonds: 10 Practical Public Speaking Tips for DECA Competitors
DECA competitions place students in high-pressure speaking environments where performance is evaluated, timed and compared. Here are practical public speaking tips specifically for DECA competitors.

Why Join the U.S. Air Force? Building Skills, Experience and Long-Term Opportunity
Choosing how to begin your career is about finding an environment where you can develop skills, gain experience and grow professionally over time. The U.S. Air Force offers a hands-on pathway that combines training, education and responsibility.

CTE Month is More than a Celebration
CTE Month is a time to spotlight the programs, students and educators preparing the next generation of leaders, innovators and professionals. It is about building confidence, creating opportunity and shaping futures.
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Case Study of the Week: Reduce, Reuse or Recycle - Hotel Renovations
Step into the role of the general manager of Lilac Inn, an independent hotel property in a city of 30,000 people. The owner wants you to identify waste redirection opportunities that could lead to a better brand image.

The Nitro Bar: A Coffee Cart turned Famous $4.5M Brand
In honor of National Coffee Day, here’s a Rhode Island success story that shows how smart marketing can transform a business from a coffee cart to a viral sensation.

Top 10 Test Taking Tips for the Digital SAT
If you’re planning to take the digital SAT, the good news is there are no secrets—the SAT isn’t out to trick you. Here are the top 10 test-taking tips from College Board, the makers of the SAT

Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Eric Wagner
DECA Advisor Eric Wagner is giving his students more than classroom lessons—he’s providing real-world financial and leadership experiences through the chapter’s student-run credit union.

Collegiate DECA's Newest Member: Indy 500 Winner Alex Palou
On September 10th, Butler University DECA hosted a landmark event on campus: it welcomed 2025 Indy 500 champion and four-time IndyCar Series titleholder Alex Palou as he became a professional chapter member.

Mixing It Up: The Secret Recipe to SBE Success
It's important to curate the perfect recipe for your school’s SBE and come up with ingredients to make it the best experience for your students. Here are three ingredients for making your SBE successful!

Unlocking Recruitment Success: Insights from 4 Chapter Leaders
Attracting new and recurring members is a process that requires planning, collaboration and perseverance. Here are 4 chapter leaders’ insights on how to succeed at DECA recruitment.

DECA Duck Takes Flight at Smithville High School
Smithville High School’s DECA chapter has a new mascot, DECA Duck. What started as just a blue rubber ducky idea has become a school spirit sensation at DECA events and recruiting activities.

IBM SkillsBuild to Launch 8-Part Webinar Series on AI for Educators
Starting September 25th, IBM SkillsBuild is launching an incredible 8-part webinar series designed specifically for educators ready to be enabled and become force multipliers.

Major Keys: Unlocking College Success with a DECA Mindset
Success doesn’t come from luck; it comes from preparation, strategy, mindset and staying true to yourself. For many, college feels like the biggest stage of their life. But in reality, it’s actually not all that different from being a DECA member.

Would Taylor Swift’s Marketing Score Well on a DECA Rubric?
Taylor Swift has clearly conquered the music industry, but what if she stepped into the world of DECA competition? Let’s look at how she would perform in each section of the Principles of Marketing Event.

This Week in Business: What High School Students Should Know
Business is constantly evolving. Keeping up with these changes is vital for DECA competitors and high school students and can also be the difference between competing in a role-play and winning one.
