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Participate in the Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge
The Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge will test your skills at creating and delivering a digital presentation.
The 2025-2026 DECA High School Division Executive Officer Candidate Guide is Now Available
Do you have what it takes to serve as a DECA Executive Officer? Download this year's High School Division Executive Officer Candidate Guide.
Case Study of the Week: Comparing Operational Opportunities
Step into the role of a merchandising specialist for Galaxy Pet, a retail chain specializing in pet food, products and services. The director of operations wants you to compare operational opportunities for the retailer in airports across the nation.
SBE Chapter Certification Submission Site Is Open
The SBE chapter certification submission site is now open for chapters to submit their projects. Check out this article for key reminders as you prepare to submit your project.
Connections First: A Hospitality Guide to Acing Interviews and Job Searches
In hospitality, putting people first is the cornerstone of success. You’ll stand out as a top candidate by building authentic connections with your interviewers and emphasizing your passion for service.
5 Ways to Stay Productive During Finals Season
Finals season can be overwhelming, but staying productive doesn’t have to be stressful. Discover five practical tips to help you set goals, manage your time, create a focused environment and balance self-care, all while staying motivated!
Winter Break Reset
As winter break approaches, it’s important to use your time wisely and reflect on the first half of the school year. Learn how to set yourself up for success in the new year!
Turning Tension into Teamwork: 5 Strategies for Conflict Resolution
Conflict resolution is a necessary transferable skill. Whether dealing with an argument on an officer team, among competition partners, or in a personal relationship, these five tips can help you positively resolve conflicts in the future.
A Note for the Overachievers: How to Thrive During the Mid-Year Grind
Overachievers often find themselves caught between wrapping up the semester and preparing for the year ahead as December rolls in. This is when the pressure peaks, and maintaining balance becomes crucial. Here’s how you can keep your drive without sacrificing your well-being.
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.
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.
Congratulations to the Members that Achieved SBE Individual Certification
Congratulations to the members who have earned individual certification through DECA's School-based Enterprise (SBE) Individual Certification Exam!
Excitement for ENGAGE
Whether you are a first-time member or returning, the ENGAGE conference is a perfect place to interact with the Collegiate DECA community. Learn about what ENGAGE is and why you should attend this year in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Maintaining Connections with Advisors and Professors
Maintaining connections with advisors and professors is vital for the success of your chapter. With the school year just starting, now is the perfect time for your leadership team to network.
Let’s Talk About the Updated Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program
This year’s Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport has been updated with new tasks, including removing passport levels and more. Get a look at what the new passports have to offer our members for the 2024-2025 membership year.
Case Study of the Week: Privacy Policy Ultra-Exclusive or Zero Attention
Step into the role of the general manager of Reserved, a new independent hotel property in a metropolitan area. The owner wants you to explain how implementing a privacy policy could help or hinder the property’s marketing and customer appeal.
Case Study of the Week: Promoting a Private Label Skincare Line
Step into the role of the marketing communications manager for Dollar House, a discount variety store chain with over 5,000 locations. The director of marketing wants you to create a digital marketing campaign announcing the company’s private label skin care line.
DECA Is For All
If you fall into a non-business category, where your goal is to pursue a major in STEM or the arts or anything else, don’t be too quick to write DECA off as something that’s not for you.
Leveraging Social Media Trends in Marketing: The Case of Kamala Harris' "Brat" Summer and Charli XCX
Social media trends show how marketers can harness viral content to create culturally resonant campaigns that blur the lines between politics, pop culture and business, driving deeper engagement and brand relevance.
The New Wave of Marketing in Real Estate
The real estate industry is transforming significantly as technology reshapes how properties are marketed and sold. One of the most groundbreaking changes is the rise of virtual reality (VR) tours.
Case Study of the Week: Fighting a Dupe
Step into the role of the owner of Heart Rate, an affordable brand of athletic wear. Your business partner wants you to determine whether or not to offer a new product as a “dupe” of a more expensive luxury brand.
Choosing Your Competitive Event
Choosing the right DECA event is key to your success. Evaluate your skills, seek advice and try practice scenarios to find the perfect match for an exciting and rewarding DECA experience!
Leadership Lessons from DECA: Growing as a Student Leader
Leadership in DECA has been an incredible journey of growth and learning. The experiences and lessons I’ve gained have shaped me as a leader and prepared me for future endeavors.
Recruitment Tips From a Human Resources Perspective
The 2024-2025 school year is quickly approaching, which means Collegiate DECA members should begin preparing recruitment strategies to help their chapters grow. Consider these tips when communicating with potential Collegiate DECA members.
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CDECA ICDC: First Time Experiences
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.
Maximizing Your Summer Internship: 5 Strategies for Securing a Full-Time Position
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!
Engaging With Collegiate DECA: Summer Edition
The weather is hot, and homework is non-existent, so we can sometimes slip away from our commitment to the DECA Diamond. But fear not! I am here to provide ways your chapter and association teams can stay engaged with members over the summer months.
Taking Advantage of Summer Experiences
Taking on an internship, job or volunteer opportunity this summer? This endeavor can be challenging but very rewarding. Here are ways to leverage your skills as a DECA member to make the most out of your break.
2024 DECA Summer Bucket List
Summer is the perfect time to gain new experiences, take exciting opportunities and prepare for the 2024-2025 DECA year. Challenge yourself by checking off YOUR 2024 DECA Summer Bucket List!
3 Reasons to Attend DECA ELS
Explore the reasons to attend DECA ELS this summer and learn about what both programs have to offer! Whichever route you choose, ELS promises to be an enriching experience filled with learning, networking and personal growth.
Building Your DECA Brand on Social Media
With social media serving as a powerful tool, creating and maintaining a dedicated DECA Instagram account can be a game-changer. Here's how to make the most of your summer by establishing your own DECA brand on Social Media.
How to Hack Leadership Team Building
As the school year comes to a close, it’s time for your chapter or association to choose their new officer team. Use one (or more) of the following ideas to build your team up so that YOU can lead your members effectively.
DECA Earns Gold Circle Award for Excellence in Association Communications from ASAE
DECA Inc. earned recognition by ASAE with a 2024 Gold Circle Award in the Video category. The Gold Circle Awards competition is the premier association marketing, membership and communications award.
Learn More About Your 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA Executive Officers
During this year's Collegiate DECA ICDC in Austin, DECA members selected the leaders that will serve during the upcoming school year. As they prepare for the next year, discover more about who they are and where they come from.
Learn More About Your 2024-2025 High School Executive Officers
During this year's DECA ICDC in Anaheim, DECA members selected the leaders that will serve during the upcoming school year. As they prepare for the next year, discover more about who they are and where they come from.
Case Study of the Week: From Hire Date to Start Date
Step into the role of the director of human resources for Fun Time. The vice president wants you to create a welcome package for new employees that will keep them engaged from hire date to start date.
