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DECA Hosts Luminary Program Powered by Adobe in San Francisco

Jun 11, 2025

This elite professional development experience brings together distinguished DECA chapter advisors from across the DECA network to deepen their leadership, instructional, and digital skills in a unique “train-the-trainer” format.

Spotlights

How your DECA Judge Thinks like a Shark Tank Investor

Jun 4, 2025

DECA judges use mental shortcuts just like investors. Learn how to craft your pitch to match their mindset and make your project more memorable.

Spotlights

From FOMO to Finalist: How to Bounce Back After ICDC

Jun 3, 2025

Competing in DECA is an opportunity that shapes young business leaders in a multitude of ways. So whether you placed this year or not, your DECA journey is far from over. Set the precedent for a new year, one filled with growth, confidence and achievement.

Chapter Strategy

Recharge, Reassess and Restore: Your Chapter’s Guide to a Successful Summer

Jun 1, 2025

DECA doesn’t have to stop just because school is out. As a leader, take advantage of the summer months to prepare your chapter best to Go The Extra in the fall with three key tips: recharge, reassess and restore.

College Success

Navigating the Summer Before College

Jun 1, 2025

The summer before college is a unique and often overlooked chapter in the story of your academic journey. It’s a season that offers more than rest – it’s an opportunity to intentionally prepare, reflect and reset.

Chapter Strategy

The Best Leaders Go The Extra—Starting In The Summer

Jun 1, 2025

The summer months offer the perfect opportunity to get a head start on your goals before the school year kicks into high gear. Here are some tips to help you start your officer term off strong!

Leadership

Level Up This Summer: The Strength of Volunteering

Jun 1, 2025

Leadership doesn't end when the school year does, and neither should your impact. Volunteering is one of the most fulfilling ways to level up as a student, leader and citizen.

Chapter Strategy

Finish Strong, Start Stronger: Carrying This Year’s DECA Lessons into the Future

Jun 1, 2025

It’s time to reflect on all you’ve accomplished—and more importantly, what you’ve learned. As summer begins, you’re presented with an opportunity: to take those lessons and use them to fuel what’s next.

Case Study of the Week

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.

Spotlights

Summer of DECA Quest with Syosset DECA

Aug 7, 2024

This summer, DECA members worldwide have been participating in a special GooseChase scavenger hunt where chapters can share their summer highlights and goals for their DECA chapter this upcoming school year.

Career Insights

The Business of the Olympics

Aug 6, 2024

The Olympics. An event, a competition, a show. While millions tune in to the most prestigious athletic contests in the world, few can see the business behind the scenes. This article will delve into the business side of the Olympics, from margins to media.

Chapter Strategy

Be The One with the Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program

Aug 6, 2024

Be The One to earn recognition through the Leadership Passport Program. The Leadership Passport Program encourages members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.

DECA News

Download the 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA Guide

Aug 1, 2024

The Collegiate DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, learn about virtual challenges and access competitive event guidelines.

Chapter Strategy

Connect with Collegiate DECA Calls

Aug 1, 2024

Are you seeking ways to interact with Collegiate DECA members outside conferences? Learn how to grow and network by joining one of our three tailored virtual Collegiate Calls during the 2024-2025 DECA year.

Chapter Strategy

Planning Fall 2024 Recruitment

Aug 1, 2024

As the academic year kicks off and recruitment events begin for the fall semester, it is important to outline your chapter's recruitment plan and strategy. Here are some things to consider as the semester quickly approaches.

College Success

Breaking Down How to Get Involved on Campus

Aug 1, 2024

Starting college can feel like stepping into a whole new world. From registered student organizations (RSOs) to Greek life, there can be a lot to take in. Let's break down each of these and why you might want to join them.

Chapter Strategy

Be The One: The Collegiate DECA Program of Leadership

Aug 1, 2024

Your Collegiate DECA Executive Officer team is excited to announce our 2024-2025 Program of Leadership. Focus areas for the Collegiate division include leadership development, member engagement and member recruitment.

Partners

#DECAATTProject 2023-2024: Impactful Mentorship Opportunities

Jul 29, 2024

Through a decade-long collaboration with AT&T, the #DECAATTProject continues to prepare students for life after high school by providing AT&T mentors and college and career readiness experiences.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: Join Collegiate DECA Video

Jul 23, 2024

Joining Collegiate DECA is the first step you can take towards achieving your goals and realizing your greatest potential. It's time to step up, stand out and Be The One who makes a difference.

Chapter Strategy

Three Strategies for Enhancing Communication in Leadership Teams

Jul 1, 2024

As we plan for the academic year, it is important to consider the team's dynamic. The goals that you and your team have lined up can’t be accomplished without successful communication, and it is vital to establish clear expectations early on.

Spotlights

What Does it Mean to BE THE ONE?

Jul 1, 2024

Every DECA theme has a hidden meaning that inspires emerging leaders worldwide. How can we dissect this year’s theme, BE THE ONE? What does it mean, and what mindset should we use to proceed with this upcoming year?

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DECA News

New Year, New Website! Introducing the New DECA.org

Jan 2, 2023

An all-new deca.org is here! Believe it or not, the most recent deca.org was unveiled in 2014, and while it welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, our new site has many enhanced features. 

College Success

Managing Your Time as a Busy Student

Jan 2, 2023

Balancing your time as a high school or college student can be really challenging. A Cornell University Dyson student tells you how she manages her time and shares her organizational and time management tips.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Which Additional Sales Channel is Best?

Jan 2, 2023

Step into the role of the owner of Victor May, a business that creates made-to-order handbags, tote bags, clutches and purses. Your business partner wants the business to add an additional sales channel and has provided you with two possibilities.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Creating Incentives for Use of Reusable Cups

Dec 26, 2022

Step into the role of the promotional director for Morning Brew, the largest coffee shop chain in the nation. The director of corporate responsibility wants you to design a promotion that will increase the use of reusable cups from 2% to 5% in the next year.

Spotlights

UW-Green Bay Hosted a Regional Conference

Dec 21, 2022

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Collegiate DECA Chapter hosted its first-ever regional conference this November. It was a huge success with over 70 attendees, four guest speakers and five schools.

College Success

High School vs. College Intro Business Classes

Dec 20, 2022

Are you looking to further your education in business? Here are my takeaways as a current student at an AACSB-accredited university that took three years of business courses in high school.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2022-2023 Chapter Campaign Winners

Dec 20, 2022

Congratulations to the chapters who got the edge this year by participating in DECA’s membership and chapter campaigns!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Recruiting Teens for Summer Jobs

Dec 19, 2022

Step into the role of human resources manager for Boardwalk Eats, a restaurant chain with 15 locations, all on popular coastlines. The owner of the chain has asked you for advice on how to best market employment opportunities to teenagers.

Career Insights

10 Business, Marketing and Hospitality Trends to Watch in 2023

Dec 15, 2022

Are you looking to get the edge in your next DECA role-play? Brush up on the top business, marketing and hospitality trends that companies will be watching in 2023.

Spotlights

Workshops for the Leaders of Tomorrow

Dec 15, 2022

Want to learn how your DECA Chapter can prepare your members for their future careers by expanding upon their personal and professional skills? Read about Cypress Bay High School’s Career Development Project and how they prepare emerging leaders at the bay!

Chapter Strategy

Five Ways to Survive Mid-Term Season

Dec 14, 2022

When mid-term exams are mixed with the mid-year slump, it tends to create problems regarding productivity and motivation, while also experiencing burnout. Here are five easy ways to help you survive the mid-term season!

Leadership

Be Consistent with Core Values

Dec 12, 2022

The "Be Consistent with Core Values" episode features Steve Holmes, the Non-Executive Chairman of Wyndham Worldwide & Wyndham Destinations.