Videos
Filter by division:

Congratulations to the DECA Stock Market Game 2023 ICDC Qualifiers
DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the 2023 ICDC qualifiers in the DECA Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.

Case Study of the Week: Turning an Exercise Brand into a Lifestyle Brand
Step into the role of director of brand management for Exertion, a company that produces luxury stationary bicycles and treadmills that allows users to stream classes for the company’s fitness studio via monthly subscription. The director of marketing wants the company to broaden into a lifestyle brand.

One DECA: January 2023
Check out what you missed on the January 2023 #OneDECA Call, hosted by DECA's Executive Officer Team.
.jpg)
New Year, New Website! Introducing the New DECA.org
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.

Managing Your Time as a Busy Student
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: Which Additional Sales Channel is Best?
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: Creating Incentives for Use of Reusable Cups
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.

UW-Green Bay Hosted a Regional Conference
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.

High School vs. College Intro Business Classes
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.

Congratulations to DECA's 2022-2023 Chapter Campaign Winners
Congratulations to the chapters who got the edge this year by participating in DECA’s membership and chapter campaigns!

Case Study of the Week: Recruiting Teens for Summer Jobs
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.

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.

DECA Announces the 2026-2027 Membership Campaign: Next Big Thing
Every breakthrough, innovation and movement starts with someone bold enough to pursue it. This year, DECA challenges its members to look beyond what exists today and focus on what’s possible tomorrow.

Collegiate DECA ICDC 2026 Post Conference FAQs
We hope you enjoyed your time in Louisville for Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference! Here are some answers to commonly asked post-ICDC questions.

Case Study of the Week: Designing A New Branded Hotel TV Channel
Step into the role of the director of marketing for Celebrate Hotels, a chain of boutique style hotels. The vice president of marketing wants you to redesign the Celebrate channel found on all televisions in guestrooms.

Watch the DECA ICDC 2026 Grand Opening Session
The 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session is happening on Saturday, April 25, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.

Introducing the 2026-27 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2026-27 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 Honors Advisors for Years of Service
The DECA Inc. Years of Service Award is presented to individuals who have shown outstanding and continued service to the organization and its mission. Thank you to these long-time advisors for their years of service to Collegiate DECA.

Congratulations to the 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions
Congratulations to the 2026 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions! The top performers were announced during the Grand Awards Session in Louisville, KY.

Congratulations to the 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists
Congratulations to the competitive event finalists from Collegiate DECA's 2026 International Career Development Conference in Louisville, KY.

Farewell from the 2025-26 Collegiate Division Executive Officers
As we bid farewell as the 2025-26 Collegiate Executive Officer Team, we want to thank you for trusting us throughout this term. Because of you, we were able to #GoTheExtra!

Case Study of the Week: Clarifying Transactions
Step into the role of the controller at Office Supplies Company. The vice president of the company wants you to clarify transactions.

Collegiate DECA Celebrates the Top 10 Chapters at ICDC
Collegiate DECA is excited to announce the top 10 membership chapters for the 2025-26 academic year that received recognition during Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference in Louisville, KY.

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.
Most Recent Articles
View All Articles
Case Study of the Week: Recommending Amenities and Services
Step into the role of a hospitality consultant. You have been hired by the president of Skyward Airlines, to recommend amenities and services for a new hotel being built exclusively for Skyward employees.

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 46th Semi-Annual Survey
DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 46th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 9,100 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.7 years.

Case Study of the Week: Promoting Hot Beverages
Step into the role of the marketing communications manager for Conway’s, a drive-in fast food restaurant chain. The director of marketing wants you to inform the public of a new product line.

Size Up Your Future Employer to Boost Your Career Opportunities
Finding a match with a prospective employer is complicated and takes time. Job seekers will want to prioritize organizations that invest in their employees and provide professional development opportunities, mentorship and other benefits!

SCCC DECA Earns Prestigious 100+ Membership Banner
At the Missouri Regional meeting in September, the Saline County Career Center DECA chapter was awarded and recognized with a 100+ Chapter member banner for 2023 membership.

9 Reasons Why Applying Early Action Is a Smart Move
Being a senior in high school means you have a lot going on — and applying Early Action to colleges might feel like another task for your to-do list. But there are tons of benefits to applying Early Action. Here are nine reasons why Early Action is a smart move for any senior.

Case Study of the Week: Paid vs Unpaid Internships
Step into the roles of the director of human resources and the director of employee relations at Cromwell Realty. The president of the company wants to begin offering unpaid internships to staff open positions and wants your feedback.

One DECA: October 2023
Check out what you missed on the October 2023 #OneDECA Call, hosted by DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Walhalla DECA Officers Show Their Commitment
Walhalla DECA Officers put their skills to the test when they attended a networking event searching for the perfect judges for their upcoming region competition.

Tips for Finding Your College Fit
College is a big decision. You have all the tools you need to make it the best experience possible, but the research you do now is crucial. Since there is so much to think about, use these tips to help you choose the program that’s right for you.

Case Study of the Week: The Perks of Opening a Franchise
Step into the role of a small business consultant. A client wants to start a business and has asked you for information about franchises.

Corporate Challenges: What They Entail and Why Members Should Participate
Seven of DECA’s corporate partners are offering Corporate Challenges for our High School Division members! In this article, learn more about our Corporate Challenges, links to get more information, what they each entail and important dates.
