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Case Study of the Week: Sustainability vs Fast Fashion

Jan 20, 2025

Step into the role of the merchandise manager for Superior Looks, a clothing store chain for tweens and teens. The director of merchandising is considering a partnership with a popular fast fashion company and wants your opinion.

Spotlights

Bridging Generations: My Journey with DECA as a Collegiate Member and Parent

Jan 17, 2025

Through DECA, I've gained valuable business skills as an adult student and deepened my connection with my son as we navigate our educational journeys together.

Spotlights

DECA Alumni Spotlight: Gautam Ajjarapu

Jan 17, 2025

DECA alumni are more than just former members—they are changemakers, innovators and leaders in their careers. In this article meet Gautam Ajjarapu, an alumni recently featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2025 for his work helping financial institutions worldwide.

DECA News

Congratulations to the IE University Policy Dilemma Simulation Challenge 2024-2025 Winners

Jan 16, 2025

IE University and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the Policy Dilemma Simulation Challenge!

College Success

Where to Attend? How to Make Your College Decision

Jan 15, 2025

Making the right decision on where to attend college is important. You will consider the right “fit” for your academic, career and social goals. All while keeping motivated during your senior year of high school.

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2024-2025 Winners

Jan 14, 2025

Congratulations to the winning teams in the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge for 2024-2025!

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA at the Bell Challenge 2024-2025 Winners

Jan 13, 2025

BusinessU and DECA Inc. are thrilled to announce the top three teams of the DECA at the Bell Challenge for 2024-2025!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Can Existing Customers Find New Customers?

Jan 13, 2025

Step into the role of the owner of Good Pet, an online company that sells premium pet treats. Your business partner wants you to develop a marketing plan that will help the company gain new customers.

Spotlights

The Power of Marketing and Branding at Reedy High School

Jan 10, 2025

Rayyan Khan, a Marketing officer from Reedy DECA, the Texas DECA Chapter of the Year, emphasizes the importance of marketing and branding in building trust, fostering engagement and successfully managing a thriving chapter.

Conferences

DECA ICDC 2025 Attraction Ticket Options

Jan 7, 2025

As your DECA chapter heads to Orlando for DECA’s International Career Development Conference, we’re here to make your experience as easy as possible! DECA is coordinating a package of attraction ticket offerings with many benefits.

DECA News

Announcing DECA's 2024-2025 Chapter Campaign Winners

Jan 7, 2025

This year, an impressive number of chapters completed their campaign goals. Congratulations to all the chapters that participated in DECA’s Chapter Campaigns!

Compete

Get Ready for Round 2 of the DECA Virtual Business Challenge

Jan 6, 2025

The DECA Virtual Business Challenge (VBC) is an official competitive event free to high school members and hosted by Knowledge Matters. The event is based on the Virtual Business series of simulations and offers over $20,000 in scholarship money.

College Success

Breaking Down How to Get Involved on Campus

Aug 1, 2024

Starting college can feel like stepping into a whole new world. From registered student organizations (RSOs) to Greek life, there can be a lot to take in. Let's break down each of these and why you might want to join them.

Chapter Strategy

Be The One: The Collegiate DECA Program of Leadership

Aug 1, 2024

Your Collegiate DECA Executive Officer team is excited to announce our 2024-2025 Program of Leadership. Focus areas for the Collegiate division include leadership development, member engagement and member recruitment.

Partners

#DECAATTProject 2023-2024: Impactful Mentorship Opportunities

Jul 29, 2024

Through a decade-long collaboration with AT&T, the #DECAATTProject continues to prepare students for life after high school by providing AT&T mentors and college and career readiness experiences.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: Join Collegiate DECA Video

Jul 23, 2024

Joining Collegiate DECA is the first step you can take towards achieving your goals and realizing your greatest potential. It's time to step up, stand out and Be The One who makes a difference.

Chapter Strategy

Three Strategies for Enhancing Communication in Leadership Teams

Jul 1, 2024

As we plan for the academic year, it is important to consider the team's dynamic. The goals that you and your team have lined up can’t be accomplished without successful communication, and it is vital to establish clear expectations early on.

Spotlights

What Does it Mean to BE THE ONE?

Jul 1, 2024

Every DECA theme has a hidden meaning that inspires emerging leaders worldwide. How can we dissect this year’s theme, BE THE ONE? What does it mean, and what mindset should we use to proceed with this upcoming year?

College Success

9 Tips for Incoming College Freshmen

Jul 1, 2024

Starting college is an exciting and transformative period, and the experiences and skills you gain will set the foundation for your future success. Here are some tips to help you be the one in your freshman year.

Chapter Strategy

Founding a Collegiate DECA Chapter: Blueprints for Success

Jul 1, 2024

Dreaming of joining the founders' circle within Collegiate DECA? There's no better time than now to embark on this unique and rewarding journey.

DECA News

The Summer of DECA Quest

Jun 20, 2024

The Summer of DECA Quest is full of fun activities you can complete on your own or with other DECA members! From watching the sunset and doing a TikTok trend to volunteering with your chapter and sharing your 24-25 DECA goals, there’s something for everyone.

Spotlights

Pride Month with Jewel Shier

Jun 1, 2024

Pride Month presents us with an invaluable opportunity to showcase inclusivity further and demonstrate support for our LGBTQ+ members and allies in the community. Here is the story of one of our members.

Conferences

CDECA ICDC: First Time Experiences

Jun 1, 2024

Have you ever thought about whether Collegiate DECA is worth joining? Hear from Collegiate DECA members who attended the CDECA International Career Development Conference for the first time this year in Austin, TX.

Career Insights

Maximizing Your Summer Internship: 5 Strategies for Securing a Full-Time Position

Jun 1, 2024

By following these five tips, you can leverage your internship experience to position yourself for long-term career success and increase your chances of securing full-time employment opportunities!

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Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 49th Semi-Annual Survey

Apr 16, 2025

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 49th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences among more than 6K teens across the U.S., with an average age of 16.2.

Conferences

DECA ICDC: Know Before You Go

Apr 15, 2025

We're thrilled to welcome 25,000 DECA members, advisors and partners to the International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL on April 26-29, 2025. This guide includes everything you need to know before you go to Orlando!

Career Insights

Understanding Vehicle Financing

Apr 15, 2025

Financial Literacy Month is the perfect time to explore real-life money topics like vehicle financing and ownership. Learn about resources that you can use to teach these essential concepts to help students make informed, confident financial decisions.

Conferences

DECA is Excited to Welcome 75+ Exhibitors to ICDC

Apr 14, 2025

Attendees of DECA's International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL will have the chance to network with more than 75 exhibitors. Explore the companies, colleges and organizations participating in this year’s event.

Conferences

Maximizing Your Professional Conference Experience

Apr 14, 2025

Whether it’s your first time or you’ve started collecting pins like a pro, there’s more to the conference experience than a weekend getaway. With the right preparation and a few tips, you can turn a few days of networking and workshops into a launchpad for your future.

Conferences

Download the 2025 DECA ICDC Program + Mobile App

Apr 14, 2025

Get ready to gather with 25,000 attendees at DECA's International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL! Download the conference program to start planning your custom experience.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Does Flavoring Help a Cough?

Apr 14, 2025

Step into the role of the director of marketing for Haven Products, a popular brand of over-the-counter medicines. The president has asked you to analyze the new Stop Cough with Honey.

Conferences

Your Post Collegiate DECA ICDC Questions Answered

Apr 9, 2025

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

DECA News

Introducing the 2025-2026 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 8, 2025

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2025-2026 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.

DECA News

Thank You Collegiate DECA: A Parting Letter from Your 2024-2025 Executive Officers

Apr 8, 2025

The 2024-2025 Executive Officer Team extends a heartfelt thank you to all Collegiate DECA members who demonstrated excellence in leadership, competition and beyond this year. Hear from your outgoing executive officers and discover what’s next in our journey towards a brighter future for our division.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2025 Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

Apr 8, 2025

Congratulations to the 2025 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions! The top performers were announced during the Grand Awards Session in San Francisco, CA.

Partners

How to Bring Excitement to your Classroom this Financial Literacy Month

Apr 8, 2025

The Intuit Hour of Finance™ Challenge gives schools a free, interactive way to teach students about budgeting. Schools can win prizes*, and students learn important money skills through games and real-life situations, making finance fun and easy to understand.