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DECA's 2018 Certified School-based Enterprises

Feb 12, 2018

Congratulations to the SBEs that earned a 2018 Chapter Certification!

DECA News

2017-2018 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers

Feb 12, 2018

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second qualifying round of the 2017-2018 VBC.

DECA News

DECA's 2018 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients

Feb 9, 2018

Over 400 DECA members have been recognized for the Emerging Leader Honor Award for 2018.

Compete

5 Things to Help You Prep for Your Prepared Event

Feb 6, 2018

Association conferences are right around the corner for DECA members everywhere, and while some members are not too worried about getting ready, others may have already started stressing out.

Career Insights

DECA Direct Magazine: Food and Hospitality

Jan 18, 2018

This issue takes you inside the hospitality industry to discover the vast opportunities available to DECA members. Plus, we have an exclusive interview with two former Utah DECA members who were recently featured on Shark Tank for their creative solution to traditional wedding bands.

Compete

Top Competition Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make

Nov 21, 2017

Let’s face it, DECA has a lot to offer, but competition is what most DECA members look forward to. Dedicated DECA members will start studying and practicing for their competitive event months in advance.

Career Insights

DECA Direct Magazine: Tech Trends

Nov 20, 2017

This issue features articles from colleges and companies exploring the topic of virtual reality technology and how it's changing the way business is done, jobs are created and consumers are shopping.

Compete

5 Ways to Spice Up Your Competition Prep Routine

Oct 26, 2017

The quest for DECA glass is long and daunting, and sometimes it can get pretty tedious. Here are some ideas to help spice up your normal study routine.

Compete

A How To Guide for DECA Role-plays

Oct 24, 2017

Whether you are an experienced competitor, or if it is your first year competing, these tips and tricks will definitely wow the judges and perhaps even win you some #DECAGlass at the International Career Development Conference.

Leadership

DECA Direct Magazine: Limitless

Sep 3, 2017

This issue features an the #Limitless Year Quiz that you can take to find a perfectly tailored list of DECA conferences, programs, challenges and activities you can participate in this year that relate to your own career interest.

DECA News

DECA's 2017 Advocacy Campaign Recipients

Mar 27, 2017

Congratulations to the following chapters that earned recognition in the DECA Advocacy Campaign.

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2016-2017

Mar 20, 2017

Recipients who will be present at the 2017 #DECAICDC in Anaheim, Calif., will be recognized on stage.

Chapter Strategy

10 Ways to Put the Unity in Your CommUNITY Service Campaign

Sep 30, 2016

Community service is an amazing experience that allows us to leave our mark on the world, but getting other high school students involved can sometimes be difficult. Here's how to make it happen!

Compete

Finding Your DECA Competition Soul Mate

Sep 15, 2016

It’s the beginning of the year and competition season is just around the corner. Deciding on which role-play or written project to choose may largely depend on who you wish to compete with, but before you go full throttle with your first pick, make sure to weigh out the strengths and weaknesses that your potential team may have.

Leadership

4 Skills for Effective Teamwork

Jul 8, 2016

If you are athletic and grew up playing a lot of organized sports, or if you were involved in your school’s student council or theater productions, you already may be very familiar with group dynamics and working on a team; however, if you didn’t, working on a team may be somewhat new to you.

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2015-2016

Mar 18, 2016

Congratulations to these EPIC members!

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Scholarship Recipients 2015-2016

Mar 17, 2016

Congratulations to these EPIC Collegiate DECA members!

Compete

4 Presentation Tips to Help Your Wow Your Judge

Mar 1, 2016

The difference between a good case study presentation and a great case study presentation is the delivery of the content you’ve created.

Compete

Tips for Taking DECA Exams

Jan 25, 2016

Doing well on the exam not only means you could make it on stage at your association conference, but you could also move on to the International Career Development Conference! Follow these three steps to do your best!

Compete

5 Tips for Taking On the DECA Competition

May 6, 2015

Hear how one member took advantage of their ICDC experience to gather competition tips from other international competitors.

Compete

Competition Tips from ICDC Qualifiers

Apr 7, 2015

Ever wondered how students who compete at ICDC do so well and make it to the international conference? We took to the halls of ICDC to find out! Here are some inside tips from competitors on how to best prepare for competition and make it to ICDC!

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Scholarship Recipients 2014-2015

Mar 23, 2015

Congratulations to this year's Collegiate DECA scholarship recipients.

Compete

3 Things to Think About When Prepping for Competition

Dec 3, 2012

The unique ideas and presentations that each student brings to the competition keep me coming back to judge. Judges take great pride in witnessing the time and dedication DECA members invest in bettering themselves outside the classroom.

Compete

6 Steps to Team Competition Excellence

Feb 11, 2011

As we gear up for another year of DECA competitions some, teams are coming together for the first time while others are trying to work the kinks out from last year. When you’re competing as a team at DECA there are some key steps you’ll want to take to reach excellence.

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Chapter Strategy

Why CTE and DECA Advocacy Matters

Jan 20, 2026

Each February, students and advisors raise awareness of career and technical education (CTE) by celebrating Career and Technical Education Month®. Learn how to get involved and earn recognition through DECA’s Advocacy Campaign!

Career Insights

Exploring the Minimalistic Branding Behind Miffy

Jan 20, 2026

Minimal branding has become popular now because it stands out, as most branding already has many elements. In this article, explore what makes the Miffy brand so great.

Leadership

Resolutions to Results: How to Set and Achieve Goals

Jan 20, 2026

Resolutions are long-term goals that require planning, habits, positive and realistic thinking. In this article, you will learn how to set and achieve your personal goals to become your ideal version of yourself SMARTly!

Career Insights

From TikToks to Think Pieces: Choosing the Right Content Length

Jan 20, 2026

From TikToks to blog posts, how people consume content is constantly changing. For student marketers, knowing how to choose the right length is more critical than ever.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Intergenerational Mentorships

Jan 19, 2026

Step into the role of the director of human resources for Square PR. The president of the company is concerned about the number of long-term employees retiring in the next several years and wants you to create an employee-development program.

Spotlights

Beyond the Competition: Building Community at Silver Falls

Jan 15, 2026

Beyond events and role-plays, Silver Falls reminds DECA members why they joined in the first place: community. Through shared experiences, chapters grow closer and return stronger.

Leadership

Soft Skills: The Skills that Set You Apart

Jan 15, 2026

Every successful DECA member has one thing in common: strong soft skills. You may not see them listed on a role-play feedback sheet, but they are what truly separate good competitors from great ones.

Leadership

New Year, New Me: Crafting Your 2026 Personal Brand

Jan 13, 2026

The start of the new year is a great opportunity to shape your personal brand. Here are a few tips on how to start the year off on a strong note. 

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 DECA at the Bell Challenge Winners

Jan 12, 2026

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

Case Study of the Week: Hotel Package Pricing For Children?

Jan 12, 2026

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.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2025-26 Stock Market Game ICDC Qualifiers

Jan 8, 2026

DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the 2026 ICDC qualifiers in the DECA Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.

Conferences

Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members

Jan 8, 2026

DECA has arranged special airfare considerations for those attending DECA conferences in 2026. Check out special deals and discounts.