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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

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2014-2015

Mar 23, 2015

Congratulations to this year's scholarship recipients.

Compete

Don't Get Flustered Over Your DECA Cluster Exam

Jan 9, 2015

Are you feeling flustered about your cluster exams? Though they are often overlooked, these exams can make or break your chance at winning in competition.

Compete

7 Tips to Help You Ace Your Role-play

Jan 9, 2015

Don't be scared of DECA role-plays! Instead, prepare for them with these awesome tips.

Compete

DECA's Written and Prepared Events Support Project-based Learning

Sep 1, 2014

DECA advisors are first and foremost, classroom teachers. DECA’s written and prepared events are used by advisors as authentic learning experiences to help students learn and develop skills outlined in the curriculum.

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2013-2014

Mar 31, 2014

Congratulations to the DECA members and advisors who received scholarships this year!

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.

Spotlights

Celebrating National Teach Business Day: Advisor Spotlight

Oct 14, 2025

Business teachers across the country are shaping the next generation of leaders. National Teach Business Day is a reminder to celebrate the advisors who dedicate their time, passion and energy to teaching the skills we’ll carry into the future.

Conferences

Meet The ENGAGE Content Creation Team 

Oct 13, 2025

If you’re attending ENGAGE in Tampa this year, take a moment and get to know our ENGAGE Content Creation Team, who will be capturing the excitement. Check out this article to meet this year’s team! 

Chapter Strategy

Tricks (and Treats) for Planning Your Chapter’s DECAween Social

Oct 13, 2025

Spooky season is here and it’s the perfect time to host a DECAween social event your chapter will never forget! From themed games to creative snacks, here are some tricks (and treats) to make your event a scream.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Is Just Dance Enough?

Oct 13, 2025

Step into the role of the founder of Just Dance, a chain of children’s dance studios. You and your business partner started Just Dance to give children the unique environment of learning dance recreationally rather than competitively.

Compete

How to Win Role-plays: The Art of Being Performative

Oct 10, 2025

Winning a DECA role-play is not always about who knows the most; it’s about who acts like they do. Welcome to the art of being performative – not in the “acting fake” sense, but in how you bring your ideas to life.

Spotlights

Wisconsin DECA Trick or Can

Oct 10, 2025

Each October, DECA chapters across Wisconsin participate in Trick or Can, a statewide initiative that turns a night of trick-or-treating into a mission to fight hunger.‍

Compete

Get Ready for Collegiate DECA Engage Competitive Events

Oct 9, 2025

Collegiate DECA Engage 2025 is quickly approaching! Get a leg up on the competition by practicing with last year's Individual Case Study scenario so you can take the stage in Tampa this month.

Career Insights

How to Create a Business Website: 11 Steps + Best Practices

Oct 9, 2025

A company website can help your business connect with existing customers and find new ones. The 11 steps in this article will help you build and maintain a strong business website that attracts new customers.

Chapter Strategy

Inclusivity in DECA: Building a Chapter That Welcomes Everyone

Oct 7, 2025

For DECA members to thrive, they need to feel seen, heard, and, most importantly, welcomed. Here are a few simple but powerful ways to build that kind of culture in your chapter

Career Insights

Trick or Treat: Seasonal Business Moves

Oct 7, 2025

From burrito deals to ketchup turned “blood,” companies get creative every October, though not every idea is a treat. Check out the best campaigns that nailed it and the trick campaigns that missed the mark!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Dealing With Internal and External Public Relations

Oct 6, 2025

Step into the role of the director of public relations for Gemini Products. The president of the company wants you to create a company statement in response to public backlash over a company event and determine how to communicate with staff about providing information to reporters.

Career Insights

How to Start a Business with No Money in 8 Steps

Oct 3, 2025

Today, it’s faster and easier than ever to get your business up and running without the need for funding. Let’s look at the eight steps it takes to start a business with no money.

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Partners

How to Purchase & Download Your AMA Associate in Marketing Management Certificate

Mar 27, 2026

Eligible DECA members can now purchase and download their AMA Associate in Marketing Management Certificate thanks to DECA's partnership with the American Marketing Association.

Conferences

Why You Should Be at the DECA Rock the Block Party in ATL

Mar 27, 2026

If you haven’t considered adding the DECA Rock the Block Party to your DECA ICDC itinerary, discover three reasons why you should!

Leadership

Women’s History Month: Empowering Future Female Leaders Through DECA

Mar 27, 2026

Through exposure to Career and Technical Education, the next generation of impactful women is equipped with the knowledge, experience and confidence to make a positive impact in our community.

Conferences

Meet The 2026 Collegiate DECA ICDC Content Creation Team

Mar 26, 2026

If you’re attending the Collegiate DECA ICDC in Louisville this year, take a moment and get to know our CICDC Content Creation Team, who will be capturing all the excitement.

Conferences

Meet the 2026 CDECA ICDC Professional Development Series Speakers

Mar 25, 2026

The CDECA ICDC Professional Development Series provides members with the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the skills needed to succeed in today’s business world.

Conferences

Introducing the DECA ICDC 2026 Keynote Speaker

Mar 24, 2026

DECA is pleased to announce that sWooZie will deliver the keynote during the 2026 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.

Conferences

Download the 2026 DECA ICDC Program

Mar 24, 2026

Get ready to gather with 26,000 attendees at DECA's International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, GA! Download the conference program now to start planning your custom experience.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Time For A Spinoff

Mar 23, 2026

Step into the role of the senior VP at Pasta Bounty, an Italian-themed full-service restaurant chain with over 900 locations. The chain is best known for its unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks that come with every entrée or as an option on the weekday lunch menu.

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2026-2027 Membership Theme: Next Big Thing

Mar 23, 2026

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.

Chapter Strategy

From Members to Mentors: Finding Your Chapter’s Next Leaders

Mar 20, 2026

Although the competition season is coming to a close, leadership continues to grow. Here are a few tips to find the right fit for the upcoming chapter leadership team.

College Success

Combatting Senioritis from a Senior With No School

Mar 20, 2026

Senioritis is the feeling of complete mental exhaustion and disinterest that hits seniors in the final stretch of high school. Here are a few ways you can help combat senioritis, from a senior with no school.

Chapter Strategy

The Ultimate DECA Video Series: School-Based Enterprises

Mar 20, 2026

From understanding what each campaign focuses on to learning how to plan, promote and execute them effectively, we walk through how these initiatives can elevate your chapter’s engagement and visibility.