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Congratulations to the Marriott Foundation ICDC Registration Scholarship Recipients

Apr 12, 2021

Through a generous contribution from the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation, DECA is able to provide registration scholarships to high school members participating in the 2021 Virtual International Career Development Conference.

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2020-2021

Mar 30, 2021

DECA is pleased to announce the 2020-2021 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Insurance Needs for New Professionals

Mar 29, 2021

You are to assume the role of an insurance agent. You will be meeting with a new client that wants to know more about different types of insurance that would be beneficial.

Leadership

Women's History Month Discussion with Emerging Leaders

Mar 29, 2021

Three emerging leaders sit down with AT&T to discuss the importance of women's history month.

Career Insights

Developing an Entrepreneurial Mindset

Mar 24, 2021

What do you think Shark Tank’s Lori Greiner, Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, and Beats Electronics founder Dr. Dre have in common?

DECA News

Stukent Social Media Challenge 2021 Winners Announced

Mar 23, 2021

Over 1,500 individuals participated in this year's Stukent + DECA Social Media Challenge. Participants tested their social media marketing skills by managing a $5,000 weekly budget in simulated ad dollars for a fictitious, global bag company. Here are the top 29 performers!

College Success

Getting that ‘A’ for any College Paper

Mar 22, 2021

Writing is one of the most important skills you’ll learn during your college career. You’ll write research papers, essays, short answers and so much more. Proper grammar, diverse sentence structures and organized paragraphs are vital to your success and will excel at the University of Wyoming College of Business.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Should Hospitality Services Be Open To The Public?

Mar 21, 2021

You are to assume the role of general manager at The Lodge at Creek City. The owner of the property wants to offer pool memberships to community members and wants you to determine the terms of the memberships that will not negatively affect guests. 

Conferences

The Profit’s Marcus Lemonis to Keynote #DECAICDC

Mar 17, 2021

DECA is pleased to announce Marcus Lemonis will deliver the keynote in an interview format during the 2021 DECA Virtual International Career Development Conference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Deliver Rootville Wants Food Time to Go Local

Mar 15, 2021

You are to assume the role of the owner of Deliver Rootville, a small business that provides delivery services to the community of Rootville. You will be meeting with the owner of an independent grocery store to propose an exclusive business relationship.

College Success

Is It Time to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone?

Mar 9, 2021

Choosing which school to attend can be a complex decision, full of tough choices. Will you stay close to home, or study abroad? Stick with your friends, or forge your own path?

College Success

Broaden Your Perspectives Abroad

Mar 9, 2021

Do you find yourself daydreaming in class about taking a long vacation? Study abroad is a unique opportunity offered to hundreds of thousands of university students annually, allowing them to travel to another country while still earning credits towards their degree.

Career Insights

How to Leverage Your Experience with LinkedIn

Nov 1, 2024

A professional image is crucial for anyone looking to network or land a job. What is the key to utilizing a platform such as LinkedIn as a tool to expand your presence? Here, you can learn tips to leverage your profile to land the next opportunity.

Leadership

Giving Back with Servant Leadership

Nov 1, 2024

Embracing servant leadership and prioritizing community service has a positive impact on your DECA chapter in many ways. Integrating these principles into your leadership practices ensures that your chapter makes a meaningful difference in the community and beyond.

Career Insights

3 Things You Need to Do to Get a Job During Winter Break

Nov 1, 2024

If you're aiming to secure a job during winter break, now is the time to act. By tailoring your resume, leveraging Collegiate DECA networks, and engaging with industry professionals, you can set yourself apart from other applicants.

Chapter Strategy

Investing in Collegiate DECA Alumni and Professional Membership

Nov 1, 2024

Membership within Collegiate DECA isn’t just for students and advisors. We also welcome alumni and business community members to join in the fun of our division. Learn more about how to invest in alumni and professional members.

Chapter Strategy

Exploring Community Service with DECA's Partners

Nov 1, 2024

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.

Partners

DECA Announces National Advisory Board Partnership with Stukent

Oct 30, 2024

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.

Conferences

A Look Back on Collegiate DECA Engage in Minneapolis

Oct 28, 2024

230 Collegiate DECA members attended the 2024 Engage Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 24-26, 2024.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Keeping a Business Relevant

Oct 28, 2024

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.

Conferences

Download the Collegiate DECA Engage Program

Oct 22, 2024

Get ready to gather with 200 Collegiate DECA members at Engage in Minneapolis! Download the conference program to view the complete agenda.

Partners

DECA Announces a New Partnership with Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

Oct 21, 2024

DECA is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers! The partnership will focus on connecting local restaurants with DECA chapter advisors, DECA members and chartered associations.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Dealing with Angry Parents

Oct 21, 2024

Step into the role of the recreation manager for Grant City Parks & Recreation, an organization run by the city. The director of youth sports wants you to address the ongoing issue of hostile parents at youth sporting events run by the organization.

Chapter Strategy

Celebrate DECA Month this November

Oct 18, 2024

#DECAMonth is the ultimate celebration of all things DECA. From recalling your favorite DECA memories and completing chapter campaigns, to attending events and sharing your DECA story, November is all about the many reasons you love being a DECA member.

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Announcing the 2023-2024 Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers

Feb 20, 2024

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second round of the 2023-2024 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC) advancing to final competition during DECA's International Career Development Conference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: To Rent or To Buy

Feb 19, 2024

Step into the role of a real estate agent. A client is having a difficult time deciding whether to rent or buy a home and has asked for your input.

Spotlights

Testing Tips for Collegiate DECA Competitive Success

Feb 16, 2024

Collegiate DECA competitive event testing can be difficult. With so many questions in so little time, here are some tips and tricks to approach exam practice and CDECA ICDC testing.

Spotlights

The Nuances of Networking: A Conversation with Mr. Thom Coats

Feb 16, 2024

Maximize your networking potential with Professor Thom Coats' three-step approach: meet, converse and follow up. From polished LinkedIn profiles to shared meals, embrace continuous connection beyond conferences for lasting professional success.

Spotlights

Enhancing Community Engagement

Feb 15, 2024

This article emphasizes how members can become more involved in the community. This includes partnering locally, organizing community service projects and collaborating with other student organizations.

Spotlights

Tips for Creating Goals

Feb 15, 2024

Setting and achieving goals can be difficult and requires consistency, determination and a willingness to return from failure. Whether you want to learn to cook or start a business, creating goals is necessary.

Spotlights

Raising Voices for DECA: Legislative Advocacy

Feb 14, 2024

Washington DECA state officers kicked off CTE month with our annual Legislative Advocacy Day. We visited Washington’s state capitol in Olympia to advocate for DECA alongside state officers from seven other CTSOs.

Spotlights

Three Underrated Powers of Mentorship

Feb 14, 2024

Mentorship is a valuable tool, but many of its benefits are often overlooked. Arizona Collegiate DECA runs a mentorship program annually, and these are some of our biggest takeaways.

Spotlights

5 Study Tips for College Students

Feb 14, 2024

Finding effective studying strategies is key to helping you succeed in your classes and make the most of your college experience. Finding your perfect study space, effective notes, flashcards, study groups and practice tests are five things you can do to improve studying outcomes.

Spotlights

Creating A Sense of Community In Your Association

Feb 13, 2024

Arizona Collegiate DECA has focused on engagement and retention this academic year. We were able to increase our attendance at every association conference this year. Learn how we built our community in this article.

Chapter Strategy

Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

Feb 13, 2024

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.

Spotlights

UW-Whitewater DECA Prepares for Competition with Canva Workshop and Challenge

Feb 12, 2024

UW-Whitewater DECA sharpened its competitive edge with a 2-week Canva workshop and competition. Members learned design skills to create impactful presentations, which is vital for DECA success.