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Using DECA to Strengthen Your College Application
DECA is a toolkit, one that prepares you not just for business, but for life. The same skills you’ve built through DECA can make your college applications stronger, more genuine, and more reflective of who you really are.
Falling for Fundraisers: How to Make Your Autumn Events a Success
Autumn presents numerous opportunities to unite your chapter and engage with your local community. With teamwork, preparation and a creative mindset, your next fall fundraiser can be your best one yet!
The Psychology of Spirit Week: Why School Pride Works
Spirit Week is a real-life look at how connection, motivation and emotion drive people to take action! But what exactly makes it work? It all comes down to psychology, and it is the same kind of thinking that great marketers and leaders use every day.
Case Study of the Week: The Perks of Student Banking
Step into the role of a banker at Capital Bank. A new customer wants to know more about the bank’s student banking account.
Beyond the Glass: How DECA Competition Builds Real-World Leadership
From competition to chapter leadership, here’s how DECA gives members the tools to think on their feet, take initiative and make an impact in their schools, communities and future careers.
A Month Full Of Memories: How to Prepare for DECA Month's Social Media Challenge
DECA Month is filled with engagement, spotlights and celebrations for everything related to DECA. Here are some tips and tricks on how to dominate the DECA Month Social Media Challenge before November begins.
Marketing the Marketers: Student Spotlights
Marketing is how chapters share their stories and connect with people beyond their own schools. Behind every post, video and campaign is a team of students who work hard to bring their chapter’s ideas to life.
Leadership That Lasts: How to Keep Growing Throughout the Semester
Whether you are helping a classmate or taking on a new challenge, each day is an opportunity to grow into a stronger leader. Here are four ways you can continue developing as a leader this semester.
DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 50th Semi-Annual Survey
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 50th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences among more than 10K teens across the U.S., with an average age of 15.7.
Celebrate DECA Month this November
#DECAMonth is the ultimate celebration of all things DECA. Throughout November, members reflect on their favorite DECA memories, take part in DECA's programs and showcase the many reasons they love being a DECA member.
DECA Welcomes College Board as Strategic Partner
This collaboration will combine DECA’s focus on emerging leaders and entrepreneurs with the College Board’s expertise in developing programs that promote career and college readiness.
Case Study of the Week: Designing Album Cover Art
Step into the role of a marketing communications consultant. You have been hired by the manager of the folk-rock band Kingsley, to create branding for their upcoming debut album.
Get Recognized with a DECA Inc. Scholarship
We are thrilled to announce that DECA's scholarship program for the 2025-2026 academic year is now open for submissions! This is your opportunity to receive financial support for your education while being recognized for your accomplishments.
Calling All Entrepreneurs: Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week
This November, Global Entrepreneurship Network will celebrate 18 years of helping millions of people unleash their ideas to start and scale new businesses through Global Entrepreneurship Week.
Case Study of the Week: Using Current Staff to Help Recruit New Staff
Step into the role of the director of human resources at the National Organization of Zoos and Aquariums (NOZA), a nonprofit organization that educates, promotes and advocates for local zoos and aquariums.
Helping Your DECA Members Avoid Penalty Points: A Guide for Advisors
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.
Case Study of the Week: Marketing a Cruise of the World
Step into the role of the marketing manager for Lantern Cruises, the largest cruise line brand by revenue. The director of marketing wants you to develop a marketing plan that will sell spots on the Platinum World Tour cruise.
Understanding AI Resume Checkers: What You Should Know
AI resume checks are becoming increasingly prevalent in the career preparation process. These platforms help users review, edit and optimize their resumes for clarity, keyword alignment and professional formatting.
The Key To Problem Solving
Not everything always goes to plan, which is why it’s essential to know how to problem-solve in any situation. Understanding where things went awry after fixing them can help you avoid the same issue in the future.
How to Choose Your Collegiate DECA Competitive Event
In this article, we’ll break down your decision step by step, so you can find the Collegiate DECA competitive event that perfectly aligns with your strengths, interests and goals.
Go All In: Making the Most of DECA Month
DECA Month is about showcasing your leadership, community and creativity. Here’s how to get involved, make an impact and truly demonstrate what it means to be DECA.
Congratulations to the Collegiate DECA Chapters 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 Chapter of the Month and what makes them stand out on campus.
Celebrate Collegiate DECA Month this November
#CDECAMonth is the ultimate celebration of all things Collegiate DECA. Throughout November, members reflect on the many reasons they love being a Collegiate DECA member and showcase the opportunities members enjoy.
Hybrid vs. Remote Work: Which Model Is Right for Your Organization?
Hybrid work and remote work are not the same thing. Discover the differences, benefits and drawbacks of each working model with Intuit.
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10 Business, Marketing and Hospitality Trends to Watch in 2023
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.
Workshops for the Leaders of Tomorrow
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!
Five Ways to Survive Mid-Term Season
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!
Be Consistent with Core Values
The "Be Consistent with Core Values" episode features Steve Holmes, the Non-Executive Chairman of Wyndham Worldwide & Wyndham Destinations.
Case Study of the Week: Declaring Dividends
Step into the role of the controller of a publicly traded company called, Textron, Inc. The vice president of finance will be presenting information to the board of directors and needs your input.
SCCC DECA Attends the New York Experience Conference
Students from SCCC DECA attended DECA's New York Experience for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to New York City. The trip was full of exciting learning experiences about different aspects of marketing, business, entrepreneurship, hospitality, and finance.
POB DECA Is Stronger Together
One amazing aspect of DECA is supporting causes that positively impact the community and change the course of people's lives. Throughout the month of October POB DECA partnered with Stacy's Warriors, a local breast cancer charity, to raise over $9,000.
DECA’s Workforce Development Summit: Industry Trends
College and career partners discuss the current and future industry forecasts as well as trends that are changing the landscape.
DECA’s Workforce Development Summit: College + Career Readiness
College and career partners discuss how we can master the DECA member experience by aligning with workforce needs, delivering real industry experience and developing skills necessary for college and career success.
DECA’s Workforce Development Summit: Fueling the Talent Pipeline
College and career partners discuss how DECA and industry partners can work with educators to build a successful talent pipeline and utilize DECA members to fill voids within the workplace.
DECA’s Workforce Development Summit: Making a Difference
College and career partners worked to translate key findings into actionable objectives to continue the conversation and increase industry involvement with DECA.
Collegiate DECA 2022 Virtual Case Simulation Competition Winners
This year, 112 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!
