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Case Study of the Week: Putting an End to Skiplagging
Step into the role of the director of operations for Jetstream Airlines, an airline based in the United States with scheduled service to over 100 destinations in the United States and to 5 other countries.
Scholarship Success: 6 Essential Strategies
Scholarships are a powerful way to fund your college education, but standing out with so many applicants can be tough. Here are six strategies to increase your chances of scholarship success.
The Business Behind the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade is not only a beloved holiday tradition but also a business operation demanding extensive planning, resources and strategy. Let’s break down the business side of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
We’re Better Together: Building a Community in Your Chapter
Local chapters are the foundation of DECA’s success. Without collaboration and camaraderie among members, we lose our strength. Here are ideas for creating a thriving community within your chapter.
Thanking Your Advisors
This DECA Month, we recognize all advisors' hard work and commitment. With November being the season of gratitude, DECA encourages you to show your advisors how thankful you are for them.
Networking Like a Pro at Events
With fall conferences underway, now is the perfect time to sharpen your networking skills. Whether you’re attending in-person events or virtual calls, here’s how to make the most of every opportunity and build lasting connections!
Bouncing Back from Burnout
As midterms approach and stress levels rise, many students may experience burnout. This guide offers three key strategies—setting boundaries, reconnecting with personal joy and seeking support—to help you bounce back and reclaim your well-being.
Exploring Community Service with DECA's Partners
There are many benefits to getting involved in community service. In this article, three of our valued partners answer questions about the importance of community service and its impact on their lives, professionally and personally.
DECA Announces National Advisory Board Partnership with Stukent
DECA is excited to welcome Stukent as one of its newest National Advisory Board partners. Stukent shares DECA’s passion for empowering the next generation of leaders and is committed to providing members with innovative resources that enhance their educational experience.
Download the Ultimate DECA Power Trip Program + Mobile App
Get ready to gather with more than 2,500 DECA members at The Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Charlotte, NC! Download the conference program and mobile app to start planning your custom experience.
Case Study of the Week: Keeping a Business Relevant
Step into the role of the owner of Boards of Fun, a unique catering company that provides large charcuterie and grazing boards for events. Your business partner needs you to determine how Boards of Fun can remain relevant.
Enhancing Members' Skills at Mustang DECA
Mustang High School DECA hosted its first workshop of the school year with a special guest, Akash Patel. The workshop aimed to equip Mustang DECA members with essential skills for both professional settings and DECA competitive events.
2024: A Year of Unprecedented Achievement in Collegiate DECA
This moment of reflection is not just about celebrating the past—it’s about channeling the momentum you have built to make these final months your most impactful yet in your journey to Be The One.
Be The One to Run for Collegiate DECA Executive Office
Serving the Collegiate DECA community is an honorable and exciting opportunity! Learn how your year as an executive officer can lead to professional and personal development while helping to grow our division one connection at a time.
Celebrate Entrepreneurship Month with Intuit for Education
Unlock your members’ entrepreneurial success! Celebrate entrepreneurship with real-world skills and first-hand learning for your students with Intuit's Entrepreneurial Finance curriculum.
From Aspiring Member to Association President
Like many students, I joined Collegiate DECA to develop my skills and connect with others. What I didn’t expect was how this organization would shape my future and allow me to serve as Oklahoma's Association President.
Case Study of the Week: Choosing the Right Channel
Step into the role of an entrepreneur who has created a line of all-natural haircare products named Cleanse. Your business partner has asked you to analyze a list of four retailers that want to sell Cleanse products.
Wayne State DECA Launches: A New Era for Student Leaders
Wayne State University proudly launches its DECA chapter, which is dedicated to empowering students with professional skills, networking and business experience.
Case Study of the Week: Spend, Spend, Spend!
Step into the role of a personal finance advisor. A new client is having difficulties saving and has asked you for help.
Comfortable Being Uncomfortable: WCTC Collegiate DECA's Mini-Golf Social
WCTC Collegiate DECA strengthened team dynamics through the chapter's Mini-Golf Social. Members can apply this experience to the workplace and Be the One in Collegiate DECA.
The Importance of Professionalism
Professionalism can differentiate you from others in your industry and set you at a competitive advantage, which could lead to promotions and raises. How you show up matters!
Case Study of the Week: Contingency Factors in Hiring
Step into the role of the human resources manager at Kid’s Castle Daycare, a daycare center located in a medium sized town. You must explain to the human resources intern why assessment and contingency factors are important in hiring employees at the daycare center.
Be the Entrepreneur of Your Life
You don't need to start a business to be an entrepreneur. You can become the entrepreneur of your own life, navigating your personal and academic journey with the same creativity and determination that business leaders use to innovate and succeed.
Calling All Entrepreneurs: Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week
This November, Global Entrepreneurship Network will celebrate 17 years of helping millions of people unleash their ideas to start and scale new businesses through Global Entrepreneurship Week.
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Finance Cluster Exam Tips
Are you competing in a finance event? If so, you will need to take the Finance Cluster Exam. Some tips for doing well include avoiding getting stuck on questions, using background knowledge, using the process of elimination, studying key terms, and taking practice tests.
Crucial Content: The Value of a Strong Social Media Presence
With CTE month here again, advocacy is at the forefront of many DECA members’ minds. February’s advocacy activities are undoubtedly positive, but advocacy should be prioritized all year, and perhaps the easiest way to do so is to have a strong social media presence on a chapter level.
A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Ace Your Case Study
Are you looking for ways to improve your case study before Collegiate DECA ICDC? Check out this step-by-step guide to learn how to ace your case study!
Make a Muscle with MDA this March
Are you looking to get more involved with MDA? Apply your leadership and entrepreneurial skills by participating in the 2025 MDA Shamrock Pinup Cause Raiser and impact families around the country.
Advocacy Day with Washington DECA
Recently, Washington DECA visited state representatives and senators alongside seven other CTSOs. We met with legislators to explain the personal impact of DECA and CTE on their lives and discuss issues about our specific geographical areas.
Case Study of the Week: Forming Strategic Relationships
Step into the role of the owner of Pet Slumber Party, a kennel that boards dogs and cats. Your business partner feels the business would benefit from supporting a local non-profit and wants your ideas on how to establish a relationship with a neighbor.
Establishing Local Partnerships with Men’s Wearhouse
Establishing local partnerships provides DECA members with valuable learning experiences, access to resources and opportunities for community engagement. In this article, Judy Busocker from Men's Wearhouse discusses her partnership experience with DECA.
Misconceptions: Human Resource Management
When I tell people I compete in Human Resource Management, they often think of employee conflict. While this is partially true, its not the only part. Understanding HRM involves holistically running successful businesses, not just solving trivial workplace problems.
Writing Does Wonders: How to Write an Effective CTE Advocacy Letter
Advocating for CTE benefits future students and helps ensure that programs like DECA can continue to shape tomorrow’s industry leaders. Check out this step-by-step guide and sample template to help you create a persuasive CTE advocacy letter.
Spread the Love with DECA Valentines
To let your #DECAbestie or #DECAcrush know how much they mean to you, DECA has created valentines for you to share with your friends on February 14.
Announcing the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers
DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second round of the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC) advancing to final competition during DECA's International Career Development Conference.
How DECA Shaped My Success as a Chemical Engineering Student
DECA gave me the skills to stand out in engineering. The ability to present ideas, collaborate effectively and think strategically has set me apart in a competitive field, proving that business and engineering go hand in hand.
