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Case Study of the Week: Learning About Money Markets

Mar 16, 2026

Step into the role of the marketing manager at Local Bank, a bank located in a city of 40,000 people. The bank president wants you to create an informational flyer about money markets and the bank’s current promotion.

Leadership

You’re an Association Officer! Now What?

Mar 16, 2026

Whether you’re stepping into your role as an association officer right away or preparing to begin soon, you are about to embark on a journey that will shape your leadership skills, how you see yourself and your potential.

Chapter Strategy

Philanthropy with Flair: FUNdraising Your Chapter Will Love

Mar 13, 2026

The most successful DECA fundraisers are interactive, meaningful and enjoyable for members. When fundraising is both fun and purposeful, chapters gain both financial support and a stronger community atmosphere.

Leadership

Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Why Women in Business Must Keep Going

Mar 13, 2026

Through organizations like DECA, young women gain the confidence, skills and resilience needed to pursue leadership and continue the work of creating more equal opportunities in business.

Career Insights

Consumers Leaning into St. Patrick’s Day in 2026 as Holiday Spending Climbs

Mar 12, 2026

Consumers have been upping the ante on St. Patrick’s Day lately, with more coming out to celebrate over the past several years. Read on for more about plans for this year’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration, spending and more.

Career Insights

How Gen Z is Reshaping the Workforce

Mar 11, 2026

For decades, the workplace followed a familiar formula, but as Gen Z enters the workforce, that formula is rapidly evolving. Raised in a digital-first world, Gen Z is reshaping how companies hire, manage and retain talent.

College Success

Celebrating the Win: How to Celebrate and Prepare for the College Experience

Mar 11, 2026

The best way to enjoy your college acceptance is to celebrate the moment, thank the people who helped along the way and begin preparing for the opportunities that lie ahead.

Chapter Strategy

Behind the Scenes of the West Forsyth DECA Playbook

Mar 10, 2026

West Forsyth DECA’s high-energy DECA Playbook delivers quick, powerful coaching tips to help members succeed. Through engaging weekly videos, officers and leaders turn big goals into winning plays for the entire chapter.

Career Insights

How DECA Prepares You for a Career in Consulting

Mar 10, 2026

Many members don’t realize how closely their competitive events experience mirrors a career in consulting. Check out five skills that members learn in DECA that can easily be applied to a career in consulting.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2025-26 Scholarship Recipients

Mar 10, 2026

DECA is pleased to announce the 2025-26 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners

Mar 9, 2026

DECA and Knowledge Matters are excited to announce the winners of the 2025-26 Digital Presentation Skills Challenge.

Career Insights

A High Schooler's Guide to Internships

Mar 9, 2026

For high schoolers, an internship is one of the best ways to explore a career field before committing to a college major. In this article, discover how to find opportunities and how to stand out on your application.

Spotlights

Blacksburg DECA's September Soiree Is a Success

Oct 14, 2022

In early September, Blacksburg DECA hosted its first annual "September Soiree" for potential members, including current marketing students and students enrolled in a marketing class next semester.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Peacocks on Board?

Oct 10, 2022

Step into the role of customer relations at Star Crest Airlines. Star Crest Airlines offers over 900 domestic flights daily and prides itself on its number one ranked customer service.

Leadership

Accepting Differences: Adding LGBTQ+ Inclusivity into Your Leadership Style

Oct 7, 2022

Tuesday, October 11, is National Coming Out Day. To many, this may be just an ordinary Tuesday, but for LGBTQ+ individuals, this is a day of celebration for being yourself—no matter how you identify. This article is the perfect stepping stone to help educate yourself and get the edge in an inclusive leadership style!

Partners

DECA Announces a New Partnership with Chick-fil-A

Oct 3, 2022

DECA is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Chick-fil-A! The partnership will focus on connecting local Chick-fil-A Operators with DECA chapter advisors, DECA members and chartered associations

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: In-house Wellness Opportunities

Oct 3, 2022

Step into the role of director of human resources for Mitchem Designs, a small graphic design firm. The owner of the company has asked you to recommend low-cost options for an in-house employee wellness program.

College Success

8 Top Tips to Ace the Career Fair

Oct 1, 2022

The career fair is your unique shop window and a perfect opportunity to launch your career. But they can be daunting, especially if you haven’t prepared properly. Here are eight top tips to ace the career fair, courtesy of Stephanie Ruiz, Head of Career Services at the international hospitality school Les Roches.

Spotlights

North Paulding DECA's Annual Tailgate Recruitment Social

Oct 1, 2022

What is a social? A social is where NPHS DECA as a chapter, gets together outside of school hours for an interactive activity/game planned by our officer team. This is a great way for our chapter to come together and create a lasting memory!

Spotlights

Syosset DECA Gets the Edge with Massive Membership Growth

Sep 29, 2022

Syosset experiences a 75% increase in membership, making them one of the largest chapters in New York. They are preparing for competition and can’t wait to Get the Edge!

Leadership

Top 5 Leadership Podcasts to Listen to this International Podcast Day

Sep 27, 2022

As emerging leaders, we’re always looking for new ways to learn and grow into our leadership styles. These are five podcasts that I have gathered through my own listening or that other DECA leaders have recommended to me.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: What is Accrual-based Accounting?

Sep 26, 2022

Step into the role of an associate accountant hired by the owner of Locally Picked, LLC., a small business that sells fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables and honey. The owner needs you to explain accrual basis accounting.

DECA News

Anderson Advisors and DECA Inc. Announce Partnership

Sep 23, 2022

Anderson Business Advisors partners with DECA to create scholarship and internship programs for emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.

Partners

Introducing "DECA at the Bell" by BusinessU

Sep 20, 2022

DECA has partnered with BusinessU to create a new role-play prep series! “DECA At The Bell” is an interactive, video-based series. Each video features two hosts who take something going on in the world of business and relate it back to DECA performance indicators.

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Leadership

DECA Talks: Success Is Impossible Without Failure

Aug 1, 2023

Success and fulfillment are not straight lines. Success is impossible without failure. Isaac will show you that regardless of where you are in this organization and no matter how you define success, DECA can start you on your life’s ultimate power trip.

DECA News

A Glance Into Your 2023-2024 DECA Experience

Aug 1, 2023

As we get ready to head back to school, keep in mind these DECA dates so you can have benchmarks to look forward to and begin to plan your path toward DECA ICDC 2024!

Chapter Strategy

Starting The Year Off RIGHT: SBE Edition

Aug 1, 2023

The start of each new school year means new classes, new friends and even a new competitive event! However, it is back to business with your school-based enterprise, so here are five ways to ensure a successful year on the RIGHT track.

Chapter Strategy

Kickstarting Success: Planning Your First Chapter Meeting

Aug 1, 2023

Kickstart your DECA journey with an engaging and impactful chapter meeting as the new school year begins. Discover how a well-structured and engaging meeting sets the tone for a successful year of growth, learning and collaboration.

Chapter Strategy

DECAdventure Awaits

Aug 1, 2023

The ultimate DECAdventure awaits you! Grab your fellow members and brace yourselves for an action-packed year filled with thrilling competitions, hands-on learning experiences and impactful service initiatives.

Chapter Strategy

2023-2024 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines Available Now

Aug 1, 2023

The SBE chapter certification guidelines and competition guidelines for the 2023-2024 school year are now available.

Chapter Strategy

Level Up Your Content Creation Experience with Content Calendars

Jul 31, 2023

Creating and using a content calendar will prepare your chapter for success and leave you feeling less stressed during the school year. In this article, learn what a content calendar is and dive into the five steps on how to use it for a better content-creation experience this year!

Spotlights

Preparing for a Successful School Year

Jul 24, 2023

To ensure a successful and fulfilling year, members need to start off on the right foot and make the most of their time. Prepare for the school year with clear goals, improved skills and an edge in DECA competitions.

Spotlights

Growing as a Leader in Collegiate DECA: Empowering Student Success Together

Jul 24, 2023

DECA has many opportunities to grow as a leader and extend a helping hand to your fellow students, empowering them to flourish as well. Together, let us learn how to foster a culture of leadership excellence within Collegiate DECA and create a brighter future for the leaders of tomorrow.

Conferences

2023 Emerging Leaders Summit Recap

Jul 17, 2023

DECA’s 2023 Emerging Leadership Summit helped leaders network and learn crucial skills in teamwork, public speaking, etiquette and so much more. In this article, hear from leaders on their favorite parts of ELS!

DECA News

The 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Guide is Now Available

Jul 12, 2023

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

One Diamond: July 2023

Jul 6, 2023

Check out what you missed on the July 2023 #OneDiamond Call, hosted by Collegiate DECA's Executive Officer Team.