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Join the Western Region for WRLC in Bellevue

Sep 9, 2024

The Western Region is thrilled to welcome DECA members to the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 WRLC in Bellevue, WA. Members are encouraged to take this opportunity to reach infinity and beyond, pushing limits and fostering personal growth.

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Develop a Marketing Campaign for a Full Estate Sale with the NAA Auction Marketing Campaign Challenge

Sep 9, 2024

Develop a marketing campaign for a full estate sale that will utilize the live auction method and include both real estate and personal property with the National Auction Association.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Correcting Journal Errors

Sep 9, 2024

Step into the role of the senior accountant at Monaco Company. The manager of the company wants you to correct journal entries and errors made in your absence.

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Be The One with DECA's Corporate Challenges

Sep 5, 2024

DECA Challenges provide members opportunities to demonstrate the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom through innovative challenges in partnership with several corporate partners.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Staff Communication

Sep 2, 2024

Step into the role of a front desk employee at Grand Grocery Distribution Center, a large distribution center for a regional grocery store. The manager asked you to communicate a change in policy to all staff.

Leadership

How to Build Cross-functional Teams Across Tech, Digital and Marketing

Sep 1, 2024

In this article, dive into the key themes on integration and collaboration that emerged during a panel discussion hosted at NRF Nexus 2024 with professionals from BJ’s Wholesale Club, REI and Tractor Supply Company.

Leadership

Tackling Imposter Syndrome

Sep 1, 2024

Starting a new school year can bring a multitude of challenges. Overcoming self-doubt and embracing your potential is key. Here are some strategies to help you conquer imposter syndrome and confidently navigate your journey.

College Success

How to Stand Out During College Application Season

Sep 1, 2024

As the school year begins, senior DECA members prepare to start the college application. But what does it take to get into your dream school? Here are some of my tried-and-true tips to help you navigate applying to college.

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From Options to Opportunity: How to Pick Your Competitive Event

Sep 1, 2024

With 60 competitive events, DECA has a place for everyone, but picking an event can be overwhelming and confusing. Use these strategies to help select your competitive event.

Chapter Strategy

4 Tips to Elevate Your Chapter Meetings

Sep 1, 2024

As the new school year begins, look at these easy-to-implement tips to take your chapter meetings to the next level. With engaging chapter meetings, you can build your chapter’s recruitment and member involvement on your chapter’s journey to Be the One.

Chapter Strategy

SBE Tips & Tricks for Success

Sep 1, 2024

Are you running an SBE this year? Well, whether it is food or retail, this is for you. Keep reading to learn three quick tips on how to stay successful with your SBE this school year.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Privacy Policy Ultra-Exclusive or Zero Attention

Aug 26, 2024

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.

College Success

8 Top Tips to Ace the Career Fair

Oct 1, 2022

The career fair is your unique shop window and a perfect opportunity to launch your career. But they can be daunting, especially if you haven’t prepared properly. Here are eight top tips to ace the career fair, courtesy of Stephanie Ruiz, Head of Career Services at the international hospitality school Les Roches.

Spotlights

North Paulding DECA's Annual Tailgate Recruitment Social

Oct 1, 2022

What is a social? A social is where NPHS DECA as a chapter, gets together outside of school hours for an interactive activity/game planned by our officer team. This is a great way for our chapter to come together and create a lasting memory!

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Syosset DECA Gets the Edge with Massive Membership Growth

Sep 29, 2022

Syosset experiences a 75% increase in membership, making them one of the largest chapters in New York. They are preparing for competition and can’t wait to Get the Edge!

Leadership

Top 5 Leadership Podcasts to Listen to this International Podcast Day

Sep 27, 2022

As emerging leaders, we’re always looking for new ways to learn and grow into our leadership styles. These are five podcasts that I have gathered through my own listening or that other DECA leaders have recommended to me.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: What is Accrual-based Accounting?

Sep 26, 2022

Step into the role of an associate accountant hired by the owner of Locally Picked, LLC., a small business that sells fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables and honey. The owner needs you to explain accrual basis accounting.

DECA News

Anderson Advisors and DECA Inc. Announce Partnership

Sep 23, 2022

Anderson Business Advisors partners with DECA to create scholarship and internship programs for emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.

Partners

Introducing "DECA at the Bell" by BusinessU

Sep 20, 2022

DECA has partnered with BusinessU to create a new role-play prep series! “DECA At The Bell” is an interactive, video-based series. Each video features two hosts who take something going on in the world of business and relate it back to DECA performance indicators.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: To Open or Not to Open... on Sundays

Sep 19, 2022

Step into the role of general manager at Johnson Family Elite, a local automobile dealership that sells both new and previously-owned Elite vehicles. The owner of the local dealership is considering a change to the days the business is open.

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Case Study of the Week: Strategies to Better Market Services to the Male Customer Base

Sep 12, 2022

Step into the role of a successful entrepreneur that introduced the product Boldly to the market. Boldly is a boxed hair dye kit that is sold online direct-to-consumers.

Chapter Strategy

Get the Edge with Membership: 5 Ways to Recruit Members for Your DECA Chapter

Sep 5, 2022

As the new school year begins, so does a new year for DECA, which means countless opportunities to recruit new members! Recruitment can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be impossible! Here are a few ideas to Get the Edge with your membership.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Best Brand for Mixed-use Space

Sep 5, 2022

Step into the role of director of brand management guest relations for Weller International, a hospitality company that manages and franchises several brands of hotel properties. The senior vice president has asked you to determine which brands should be used in a new mixed-use project space.

Spotlights

An Innovative Way to Increase Member Engagement

Sep 2, 2022

Is your DECA chapter looking for a new and creative way to recruit members and increase member engagement? Learn how Cypress Bay DECA, the largest chapter in the world, uses "DECA Day" to retain current members and attract new ones!

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Collegiate DECA Competitive Event Draft Topics Announced for 2025-2026

May 12, 2025

Get a head start on the 2025-2026 competition season with Collegiate DECA's competitive event draft topics for the Business Research, Digital Marketing Strategies and Financial Statement Analysis events.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2025 Non-competitive Stock Market Game

May 9, 2025

DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the top teams in the 2025 Non-competitive Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.

Conferences

Previous Collegiate DECA ICDC Competitive Event Winners

May 7, 2025

Congratulations to the competitive event top performers from past Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conferences.

Conferences

Previous ICDC Competitive Event Winners

May 7, 2025

Congratulations to the competitive event top performers from past DECA International Career Development Conferences.

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DECA Announces Competitive Event Topics and Updates for 2025-2026

May 6, 2025

Get a head start on the 2025-2026 competition season with DECA's updates, topics and resources for next year's competitive events program.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: What Could Go Wrong with Never Ending Shrimp?

May 5, 2025

Step into the role of the director of marketing for Coastal Fare, a full-service casual dining restaurant chain that specializes in seafood. The director of operations wants you to recreate the Never-Ending Shrimp Plate.

Career Insights

AICPA & CIMA On-demand Student Webinar is Now Available

May 1, 2025

Discover an accounting major's “day in the life” and be inspired by their surprising journey. Brought to you by AICPA & CIMA’s “Q&A with a CPA” webinar series, Hunter Richardson and Katherine Suh share insights on misconceptions, internships and becoming a CPA.

Conferences

Your Post-ICDC Questions Answered

May 1, 2025

We hope you were able to be the one during DECA's International Career Development Conference! Here are some answers to commonly asked post-ICDC questions.

DECA News

Army ROTC Awards DECA Members with Scholarships

Apr 29, 2025

Congratulations to the DECA members who received recognition on stage at DECA ICDC for being the scholarship recipients from the Army ROTC.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40+ Years of Service

Apr 29, 2025

The DECA Inc. Years of Service Award is presented to individuals who have shown outstanding and continued service to the organization and its mission. Thank you to these long-time advisors who have reached new milestones of service to DECA's members.

DECA News

Introducing the 2025-2026 DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 29, 2025

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2025-2026 DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent DECA members around the globe as they begin work on their goals and objectives for the year ahead.

DECA News

2024-2025 IMPACT Program Winners Announced

Apr 29, 2025

The 2024-2025 IMPACT Program awards were presented during the Business and Election session at the International Career Development Conference in Orlando.