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Congratulations to the 2025-26 DECA at the Bell Challenge Winners
BusinessU and DECA Inc. are thrilled to announce the top three teams of the DECA at the Bell Challenge for 2025-26!
Case Study of the Week: Hotel Package Pricing For Children?
Step into the role of the general manager for Hotel Jolie, a new luxury hotel set to open soon. Hotel Jolie is a deluxe family hotel resort located in a mountainous area that offers services and amenities for adults traveling with children of all ages.
Congratulations to the 2025-26 Stock Market Game ICDC Qualifiers
DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the 2026 ICDC qualifiers in the DECA Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.
Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members
DECA has arranged special airfare considerations for those attending DECA conferences in 2026. Check out special deals and discounts.
Go The Extra this Competition Season: Articles to Help You Stand Out
Looking to Go The Extra this competition season? Dive into these top articles on DECA's competitive events, so you can walk into competition feeling confident that you have what it takes to make it to the ICDC stage.
Where Commitment Meets Leadership: Inside Association Office
Association officers play a huge role in shaping the DECA experience for members by supporting initiatives and representing DECA with professionalism and heart. Let’s take a closer look at what being in association office is really like!
The Power of Collaboration: How Cross Promotional Partnerships Have Changed the Game
Many companies are collaborating and cross-promoting to reach wider audiences. Explore how some companies have turned this idea into significant successes for both their businesses and their audiences.
Congratulations to the Members that Achieved SBE Individual Certification
Congratulations to the members who have earned individual certification through DECA's School-based Enterprise (SBE) Individual Certification Exam!
Advisor Best Practice Spotlight of the Week: Bouchra Elgaou
DECA advisor Bouchra Elgaou has helped transform sustainability from an idea into a school-wide composting initiative that empowers students, strengthens community partnerships and reduces waste.
Get Ready for Round 2 of the DECA Virtual Business Challenge
The DECA Virtual Business Challenge (VBC) is an official competitive event free to high school members and hosted by Knowledge Matters. The event is based on the Virtual Business series of simulations and offers over $20,000 in scholarship money.
Case Study of the Week: The Customer Before The Coin
Step into the role of the district manager for Jefferson Bank, each with ten branch locations in your districts. The president of the bank has asked you to create a presentation for bank employees on the importance of customer relations in response to customer complaints.
DECA Teaches You How to Win—And How to Lose
Winning earns trophies. Learning earns leadership. DECA’s real lessons happen offstage, through collaboration, resilience and initiative, and they shape the students who make the biggest impact.
Case Study of the Week: Ethics in Supply Chain Management
Step into the role of the chief operations officer at Style Fresh, a leader in the fashion industry. The CEO wants you to make a supply chain decision after analyzing risks involved with maintaining a relationship or finding a new supplier.
Case Study of the Week: Collecting Guest Feedback for New Property Features
Step into the role of the director of development for Gallivant Inn, a hotel chain with over 1,000 locations in the United States. The vice president wants you to put together a plan to gather feedback from hotel guests.
Building a Professional Network Through DECA: The Path to Success
While navigating today’s competitive professional landscape, cultivating meaningful relationships and establishing a network of industry contacts is invaluable. DECA provides a powerful platform for building a professional network for students.
Steps to Success: 4 Strategies to Elevate Your DECA Competitive Event Presentations
As a Collegiate DECA member, competitive event presentations are a big deal. The following tips will help you learn how to level up your DECA presentations and prepare for presentations you could be doing in your career.
How Can I Grow My CDECA Chapter?
Recruitment is not only about spreading the word about your DECA chapter but also about consistency and approachability in your methods. Read on for a couple of ideas on how to do this!
Announcing the Collegiate DECA 2024 Virtual Case Simulation Competition Winners
This year, over 100 Collegiate DECA members participated in the Collegiate DECA Virtual Case Simulation competition, sponsored by long-time DECA partner, Knowledge Matters. Congratulations to the top three performers!
Case Study of the Week: Comparing Operational Opportunities
Step into the role of a merchandising specialist for Galaxy Pet, a retail chain specializing in pet food, products and services. The director of operations wants you to compare operational opportunities for the retailer in airports across the nation.
Connections First: A Hospitality Guide to Acing Interviews and Job Searches
In hospitality, putting people first is the cornerstone of success. You’ll stand out as a top candidate by building authentic connections with your interviewers and emphasizing your passion for service.
How Collegiate DECA Shapes Careers: Member Testimonials
Collegiate DECA equips students with essential skills that lead to successful careers. Members can quickly learn invaluable knowledge through competitive events and business education while cultivating lasting friendships.
How to Enjoy the Fun Aspect of Collegiate DECA
While Collegiate DECA is meant to prepare college students to become emerging leaders and entrepreneurs, it also brings exciting opportunities to have a good time together. Learn different ways members can enjoy their time as a student member.
2024: A Year of Unprecedented Achievement in Collegiate DECA
This moment of reflection is not just about celebrating the past—it’s about channeling the momentum you have built to make these final months your most impactful yet in your journey to Be The One.
Be The One to Run for Collegiate DECA Executive Office
Serving the Collegiate DECA community is an honorable and exciting opportunity! Learn how your year as an executive officer can lead to professional and personal development while helping to grow our division one connection at a time.
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Congrats to the Collegiate DECA 2023-2024 Stock Market Game Session 2 Top Competitors
DECA congratulates the top-ranking individuals and teams who participated in the second session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.
Introducing the 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent Collegiate DECA members around the globe as they begin work on their goals and objectives for the year ahead.
Collegiate DECA Celebrates the Top 10 Chapters at ICDC
Collegiate DECA is excited to announce the top 10 membership chapters for the 2023-2024 academic year that received recognition during Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference in Austin, TX.
Congratulations to the 2024 Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions
Congratulations to the 2024 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions! The top performers were announced during the Grand Awards Session in Austin, TX.
Ways to Reflect on the CDECA ICDC Experience
Whether you’re aiming glass or looking to expand your network, Collegiate DECA ICDC has it all. But what’s next when it all wraps up, and the closing session ends? Here are some things that you can do after the closing session ends.
Case Study of the Week: Nepo-Baby or Legit Candidate?
Step into the role of a consultant hired by the president of Grand Grocery, a privately held supermarket chain with over 300 locations in one state. The president has hired you to help with succession planning after a sudden decision to retire.
Making the Most of Conferences: Your DECA ICDC Era
DECA ICDC can lay the foundation for your professional life—if you come ready to engage, learn and stretch your skills. In this article, dive into how to make the most out of your conference experience.
Case Study of the Week: Rethinking Free Shipping
Step into the role of the owner of Quilts & Linens, a small business that sells custom made quilts and other bedroom linens. Your business partner needs you to create a new shipping and returns policy that will help with skyrocketing overhead and operating costs.
Introducing the Collegiate DECA ICDC 2024 Keynote Speaker
DECA is pleased to announce that Eddie Slowikowski, will deliver the keynote during the 2024 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.
Case Study of the Week: Marketing a Partnership
Step into the role of the marketing manager for Aroon Properties, a hospitality company with over 5,000 properties. The chief marketing officer wants you to determine how to best market the company’s partnership with a national brand that will strengthen existing relations with customers.
The Secret to Success in DECA and Beyond
Never want to be stuck on a problem again? We got you. Learn a powerful method to crush any problem - from DECA, to admissions, to academics, to sports and even everyday life.
Congratulations to DECA's 2024 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 DECA’s Emerging Leader Honor Award recipients! This award recognizes outstanding senior members for their involvement with DECA.
