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Residential Property Management: Success Starts Here

Mar 1, 2022

With a career in the residential property management industry, you’ll get to learn on the job, earn bonuses, work your way up, receive training, and enjoy benefits such as consistent hours, health insurance, rent discounts, and more!

Case Study of the Week

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.

Chapter Strategy

Founding a Collegiate DECA Chapter: Blueprints for Success

Jul 1, 2024

Dreaming of joining the founders' circle within Collegiate DECA? There's no better time than now to embark on this unique and rewarding journey.

DECA News

The Summer of DECA Quest

Jun 20, 2024

The Summer of DECA Quest is full of fun activities you can complete on your own or with other DECA members! From watching the sunset and doing a TikTok trend to volunteering with your chapter and sharing your 24-25 DECA goals, there’s something for everyone.

Spotlights

Pride Month with Jewel Shier

Jun 1, 2024

Pride Month presents us with an invaluable opportunity to showcase inclusivity further and demonstrate support for our LGBTQ+ members and allies in the community. Here is the story of one of our members.

Conferences

CDECA ICDC: First Time Experiences

Jun 1, 2024

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.

Career Insights

Maximizing Your Summer Internship: 5 Strategies for Securing a Full-Time Position

Jun 1, 2024

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!

Chapter Strategy

Engaging With Collegiate DECA: Summer Edition

Jun 1, 2024

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.

DECA News

DECA Earns Gold Circle Award for Excellence in Association Communications from ASAE

May 30, 2024

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.

DECA News

Learn More About Your 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA Executive Officers

May 28, 2024

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.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: From Hire Date to Start Date

May 27, 2024

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.

Chapter Strategy

Summer of Collegiate DECA: Recruitment

May 21, 2024

Are you ready to be the one…with the largest Collegiate DECA membership growth in the next academic year? Here are some ideas to help you set your chapter up for success for the upcoming semester.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Promoting "New" Merchandise

May 20, 2024

Step into the role of the marketing manager for Gold Mine. The owner of the chain wants you to develop a plan to promote the stores’ new venture into formalwear and its need for merchandise.

Career Insights

Making the Most of Your Summer Internship

May 15, 2024

Summer internships are not just about earning a paycheck or padding your resume; they're an opportunity to learn, grow, and pave the way for your future career. But how do you make the most of these brief months?

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Compete

Top Competition Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make

Nov 21, 2017

Let’s face it, DECA has a lot to offer, but competition is what most DECA members look forward to. Dedicated DECA members will start studying and practicing for their competitive event months in advance.

Career Insights

DECA Direct Magazine: Tech Trends

Nov 20, 2017

This issue features articles from colleges and companies exploring the topic of virtual reality technology and how it's changing the way business is done, jobs are created and consumers are shopping.

Compete

5 Ways to Spice Up Your Competition Prep Routine

Oct 26, 2017

The quest for DECA glass is long and daunting, and sometimes it can get pretty tedious. Here are some ideas to help spice up your normal study routine.

Compete

A How To Guide for DECA Role-plays

Oct 24, 2017

Whether you are an experienced competitor, or if it is your first year competing, these tips and tricks will definitely wow the judges and perhaps even win you some #DECAGlass at the International Career Development Conference.

Leadership

DECA Direct Magazine: Limitless

Sep 3, 2017

This issue features an the #Limitless Year Quiz that you can take to find a perfectly tailored list of DECA conferences, programs, challenges and activities you can participate in this year that relate to your own career interest.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA's 2016-2017 Recognition Award Winners

Apr 5, 2017

Congratulations to these Collegiate DECA members for owning their futures this year!

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2016-2017 Leadership Passport Program Recipients

Apr 5, 2017

Congratulations to these chapters and members for all their hard work! Way to #OwnYourFuture!

DECA News

DECA's 2017 Advocacy Campaign Recipients

Mar 27, 2017

Congratulations to the following chapters that earned recognition in the DECA Advocacy Campaign.

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2016-2017

Mar 20, 2017

Recipients who will be present at the 2017 #DECAICDC in Anaheim, Calif., will be recognized on stage.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Scholarship Recipients 2016-2017

Mar 20, 2017

Collegiate DECA scholarship recipients present at the 2017 #CDECAICDC in will be recognized on stage.

DECA News

FIDM Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge 2017 Winners

Mar 12, 2017

DECA and FIDM would like to congratulate the top three teams in the 2016-2017 FIDM Challenge.

DECA News

DECA's 2017 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients

Feb 27, 2017

This year, over 400 DECA members have been recognized for the Emerging Leader Honor Award.