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DECA ICDC 2025 Attraction Ticket Options

Jan 7, 2025

As your DECA chapter heads to Orlando for DECA’s International Career Development Conference, we’re here to make your experience as easy as possible! DECA is coordinating a package of attraction ticket offerings with many benefits.

DECA News

Announcing DECA's 2024-2025 Chapter Campaign Winners

Jan 7, 2025

This year, an impressive number of chapters completed their campaign goals. Congratulations to all the chapters that participated in DECA’s Chapter Campaigns!

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Get Ready for Round 2 of the DECA Virtual Business Challenge

Jan 6, 2025

The DECA Virtual Business Challenge (VBC) is an official competitive event free to high school members and hosted by Knowledge Matters. The event is based on the Virtual Business series of simulations and offers over $20,000 in scholarship money.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: January and February are Slooooow!

Jan 6, 2025

Step into the role of the director of marketing for Jubilant Ranch, an extremely popular amusement park. The chief marketing officer wants you to choose one market to target for a promotion that would increase attendance in January and February.

Conferences

Be The One at the 2025 Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

Jan 1, 2025

Get ready to experience all Orlando offers at the 2025 SEM conference! Learn more about all SEM offers you and your future career through connecting with industry leaders, gaining hands-on experience and sharpening your competitive skills.

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Foundational Skills for Competition

Jan 1, 2025

With district competition underway and association conferences approaching quickly, here are some essential skills for you to use during competition.

Chapter Strategy

Celebrating Career and Technical Education: Top Resources for CTE Month

Jan 1, 2025

It’s never too early to start advocating for Career and Technical Education (CTE). With CTE Month around the corner, you can maximize your impact using the resources in this article.

Chapter Strategy

Your DECA Playbook: How to Build a Winning DECA Resume

Jan 1, 2025

With the new year underway, it’s time to step up your DECA game. While competing and attending conferences are great, there are hidden ways to boost your DECA resume and build a winning game plan. Here’s how to level up and stand out this season.

Leadership

Top 3 Tips for Running for Association Office

Jan 1, 2025

As association conferences approach quickly, so do association office elections. This article will provide three key strategies to ensure you stand out and shine bright when campaigning for a position in DECA’s association office.

Conferences

Announcing DECA's 2025 Conference Lineup

Dec 23, 2024

DECA has a full lineup of educational conferences for its members and advisors coming in the 2025 academic year and beyond. Check out where we're heading next!

Conferences

Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members

Dec 19, 2024

DECA has arranged special airfare considerations for those attending DECA conferences in 2025. Check out special deals and discounts.

Career Insights

Social Media Trends to Watch in 2025

Dec 17, 2024

As we enter 2025, now is the perfect opportunity to set goals for your chapter's social media account and predict what will happen across social media platforms.

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?

Conferences

Download ICDC 2024 Certificates and Competitor Transcripts

May 14, 2024

Learn how to download certificates and competitive event transcripts from DECA's 2024 Collegiate and High School International Career Development Conferences.

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Your Guide to Understanding DECA ICDC's Competitive Event Process and Transcripts

May 14, 2024

If you're looking for more information on DECA's International Career Development Conference competitive events process and transcripts, look no further! Explore these frequently asked questions and answers.

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Collegiate DECA Competitive Event Draft Topics Announced for 2024-2025

May 14, 2024

Get a head start on the 2024-2025 competition season with Collegiate DECA's competitive event draft topics for the Business Research, Digital Marketing Strategies and Financial Statement Analysis events.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: A Tale of Two Offers

May 13, 2024

Step into the role of a career counselor. A client has received two job offers and needs help determining the best option.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Adding Snacks to the Menu

May 6, 2024

Step into the role of the product manager for Delish, a quick serve restaurant chain. The vice president wants you to weigh the pros and cons of adding a new menu category and make a final recommendation.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 47th Semi-Annual Survey

May 1, 2024

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 47th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 6,020 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 16.1 years.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: You Must be a Member to Shop Here!

Apr 29, 2024

Step into the role of an employee at Pat’s Club, a warehouse club that sells a wide variety of merchandise in large quantities. You must explain to a customer why they cannot shop at the store without purchasing a membership.

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support

Apr 28, 2024

Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.

DECA News

DECA Recognizes Helen Brown with Chairman's Award

Apr 27, 2024

As a member of DECA's National Advisory Board, Helen has engaged with thousands of members and advisors at DECA's educational conferences at the association, regional and international levels.

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Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Justifiable Loans

Jan 15, 2024

Step into the role of a loan officer at Trust Bank. A customer has asked you to explain why certain loans are justifiable and others are not.

College Success

Choosing Your College: A Guide Beyond Rankings 

Jan 15, 2024

The quest for the ideal university surpasses surface-level criteria. Reflect on your academic, personal and professional goals, and prioritize experiences that resonate with your vision for the future.

Spotlights

Merging Community Service with Networking

Jan 11, 2024

At the annual Michigan Collegiate DECA State Career Development Conference, MI Collegiate DECA merged community service with networking by participating in a tie blanket craft with glowing reviews post-conference.

Spotlights

From DECA Challenge to Changemakers: Angels Among Us

Jan 11, 2024

Inspired by a DECA challenge, a group of Lebanon Trail DECA students transformed their marketing skills into a force for good, founding 'Angels Among Us.' Fueled by a passion to make a difference, these young changemakers are creating waves of change in the DECA community.

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Entrepreneurship in the Digital Age

Jan 10, 2024

It's no surprise that new technologies have impacted the course of entrepreneurship and various start-up businesses. The digital age has forever changed how entrepreneurship is approached.

Spotlights

BLC DECA Shines Through FutureSolvers Competition

Jan 10, 2024

Through a local business competition opportunity, Bethany Lutheran College DECA Chapter was able to get in extra practice for future DECA competitions and make great memories in the process!

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA Stock Market Game 2024 ICDC Qualifiers

Jan 9, 2024

DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the 2024 ICDC qualifiers in the DECA Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.

Spotlights

Why Starting a Collegiate DECA Chapter is Worth It

Jan 8, 2024

Starting a Collegiate DECA chapter is a challenging yet rewarding experience. Learn more about the Collegiate DECA chapter recently founded at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Menu Creation

Jan 8, 2024

Step into the role of the manager of Café on the Square, a full-service restaurant set to open later this year. The owner of the restaurant wants you to determine necessary information needed on the restaurant menu.

Spotlights

Interview With an IT CEO

Jan 2, 2024

Sagar Pelaprolu has spent the last two decades here as an entrepreneur. He has launched several successful businesses, from manufacturing to IT, with his latest endeavor being Sage IT. In this interview, I talked with Sagar to learn more about his career journey, tips for success and future goals.

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Excelling in Collegiate DECA Role-plays

Jan 1, 2024

In Collegiate DECA, mastering role plays is crucial for success in the business world. Whether you're a seasoned participant or new to DECA, these practical tips will help elevate your role-playing skills.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA: What to Look Forward to in 2024

Jan 1, 2024

With the new year kicking off, there are so many amazing opportunities that you can take advantage of to Experience the Difference in 2024.