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Case Study of the Week: Best Practices in Collecting Employee Feedback

Feb 28, 2022

You are to assume the role of the human resources specialist for Middle Town Hospital. The president of the hospital has asked you to determine an effective method to collect employee feedback.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Maintaining Customer Service During Peak Times

Feb 21, 2022

You are the general manager of Waterfront Inn, a hotel property located in a popular beach town. The owner of the Waterfront Inn is concerned about the overwhelming nature of guest check-in.

DECA News

2021-2022 Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers

Feb 18, 2022

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second round of the 2021-2022 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC) advancing to final competition during DECA's International Career Development Conference.

Conferences

DECA Announces ICDC 2022 Concert Performers

Feb 17, 2022

DECA Inc. is pleased to announce that Judah & the Lion will headline the exclusive concert at the 2022 DECA International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, GA. The concert will also feature an opening act by JEVERSON.

Conferences

An Inside Look at DECA's Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

Feb 14, 2022

DECA's Sports & Entertainment Marketing Conference was filled with laughs, screams and memories that will last a lifetime. Take a peek at what went down at this year's SEM Conference in Orlando!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Adding an Iconic Brand to the Product Mix

Feb 14, 2022

You are to assume the role of the director of merchandising and branding for Memorial, a retail apparel chain with over 2,000 physical store locations. The senior vice president is considering partnering with a widely-known and iconic company, but wants you to first analyze the effect it would have on Memorial's product management.

Spotlights

Meet 4 DECA Alumni Who Have Maximized their Momentum

Feb 7, 2022

Over its more than 75-year history, DECA has prepared more than ten million members for college and career success. Here's how DECA shaped the career paths of four alumni and advice they wish to share with current members.

Spotlights

Alumni Spotlight: Ramkishore Annachi

Feb 7, 2022

Ramki served as DECA’s Southern Region Vice President for the 2020-2021 academic year. He was an avid competitor from North Carolina who was fortunate to have the opportunity to serve at the chapter, association and executive levels of leadership.

Spotlights

Alumni Spotlight: Mackenzie Perez

Feb 7, 2022

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs to be college and career-ready, but what does that mean? I had the opportunity to meet with alumna Mackenzie Perez and discuss how DECA prepared her for college success.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Clarifying Transactions for an Office Supply Company

Feb 7, 2022

You are to assume the role of the controller at Office Supplies Company. The vice president of the company wants you to clarify transactions.

Partners

Helping Students Find Hope and Discover a Successful Path Forward

Feb 3, 2022

Every day, teachers work tirelessly to encourage students who mention feeling disconnected from school or don’t find the curriculum materials useful or relevant. Schools are aiming to address this by providing students with more experiences to engage in real-world applications that help them tie their interests and skills to rewarding careers.

Compete

3 Tips to Conquer Competitive Event Exam Anxiety

Feb 2, 2022

Do you get nervous before taking an exam? With these three easy methods, you will be able to overcome your test anxiety and stroll into your classroom or competitive event feeling confident that you will ace that test!

Chapter Strategy

10 Things You May Not Know About DECA Direct Online

Oct 2, 2021

How well do you know DECA Direct Online? Check out these ten cool features to help you get the most out of the site.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Helping Teens with Financial Goals

Sep 27, 2021

You are to assume the role of a financial counselor that works with teenagers. You will be meeting with a client to discuss a personal spending plan that will help meet the client’s financial goals.

Chapter Strategy

3 Ways to Make New DECA Members Feel Welcome

Sep 27, 2021

Joining DECA can be a rewarding experience for members who decide to get involved. However, just because someone registers as a member, doesn’t mean they automatically start taking advantage of all that DECA has to offer.

Other

Your Guide to Exploring Austin During Collegiate DECA's Engage Conference

Sep 27, 2021

The Texas Collegiate DECA officers have put together a list of local favorites for Collegiate DECA members to check out while in Austin for Engage this November.

Leadership

3 Ways to Sharpen Your Leadership Decision-making Skills

Sep 20, 2021

Have you recently taken on a new leadership position? While many perks come with the role, more responsibility often means increased pressure to make the best possible decisions.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Market Research Needed for Wild Fair Amusement Park

Sep 20, 2021

You are the director of community relations for Jumbo Entertainment, a company that owns and operates two amusement parks.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Best Invest Resources in a Successful Start-up

Sep 13, 2021

You are the partner of an entrepreneur that started Gleam, a mobile app that provides car washing services at customers’ homes or places of work. The entrepreneur is unsure how to best use the additional funding.

Chapter Strategy

Maximizing Your Leadership Passport

Sep 8, 2021

Collegiate DECA’s Leadership Passport Program is your one-way ticket to Maximize your Momentum this year! The recipients of these awards will receive recognition during the International Career and Development Conference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Promoting a High School Swim Team to Local Youth

Sep 6, 2021

You are to assume the role of a marketing consultant hired by the South Creek High School Swim Team. The athletic director has hired you to develop methods to promote the swim team to young swimmers at the South Creek Community Pool this summer.

College Success

School is in Session: Keys to College Success

Sep 1, 2021

Attending college can be the most exciting time of your life, but it comes with a unique set of challenges. Check out these three tips to make your transition easier.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Accounting Software Applications at Gator Guides, LLC

Aug 30, 2021

You are to assume the role of an accounting software consultant hired by Gator Guides, LLC, a swamp tour company. The owner wants you to prepare a chart of accounts as the initial software implementation project and also make recommendations related to accounting software applications.

College Success

Maximize Your First Week: Tips for Preparing for a New Semester

Aug 25, 2021

In colleges and universities around the globe, students are gearing up for the start of a new semester. Take these tips to the classroom to maximize your first week!

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Spotlights

Cape Henlopen DECA Hits Jackpot with Game Show

Mar 11, 2024

The Cape Henlopen DECA Officers worked diligently for the past nine months to create a fundraising game show experience like “The Price is Right!” The fundraising expectations were far exceeded as they raised money for DECA ICDC.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Ethical Awards in Travel and Tourism

Mar 11, 2024

Step into the role of the director of brand experience for Reservation.com, an online travel agency. The vice president wants you to analyze an ethical situation involving top partners and make a recommendation.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Top Teams in the 2024 MDA Disability is Diversity Challenge

Mar 7, 2024

DECA and MDA are pleased to announce the winners of this year’s Disability is Diversity Challenge. During this challenge, students created a focused presentation that highlighted the obstacles and experiences of navigating an educational environment with differing abilities.

Conferences

Exploring Austin with Texas Collegiate DECA

Mar 6, 2024

One of the hardest parts of exploring a new city is deciding what to do and where to eat. We’ve got you covered! Our officers have put together a list of some local (and personal) favorites for you to try out.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2024 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners

Mar 5, 2024

DECA and Knowledge Matters are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 Digital Presentation Skills Challenge.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Leadership Passport Recipients

Mar 5, 2024

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program encourages associations, chapters and individual members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Security and Information Privacy in Healthcare

Mar 4, 2024

Step into the role of an employee at Graham Healthcare, a healthcare and insurance company. A co-worker has asked to explain why security and information privacy are important in operations.

Chapter Strategy

Experience the Difference with Fundraising this Spring Semester

Mar 1, 2024

Explore several ways to maximize funding during the spring semester. Prepare for conference season and the last few events of the semester with the following spring fundraising ideas!

Conferences

Voting Delegate: Your Voice Matters

Mar 1, 2024

As a member of Collegiate DECA, you have the unique opportunity to influence the direction and decisions of DECA through your role as a voting delegate. In this article, we will talk about the importance of this position and how you can maximize your impact within DECA.

Compete

Collegiate DECA ICDC: Going for Glass

Mar 1, 2024

With exciting memories to make and Collegiate DECA ICDC right around the corner, here are some tips from members on how to guarantee the DECA Glass and make the most out of your time in Austin.

Conferences

Navigating the Excitement of CDECA ICDC

Mar 1, 2024

Mark your calendars, gather your team and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime at Collegiate DECA's International Career Development Conference in Austin, Texas. See you there!

Leadership

Celebrating Women's History Month

Mar 1, 2024

Happy Women's History Month! Read here to learn about the Women in Business who inspire your 2023-2024 High School Executive Officer team.