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Case Study of the Week: Automated Trading Platforms

Apr 21, 2025

Step into the role of a financial advisor. A friend is considering automated trading platforms and has asked you for more information.

Partners

DECA Announces New Engagement with Merrill

Apr 16, 2025

DECA is thrilled to announce a new engagement with Merrill Wealth Management, a leading provider of wealth management and investment services, and a Bank of America company.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 49th Semi-Annual Survey

Apr 16, 2025

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 49th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences among more than 6K teens across the U.S., with an average age of 16.2.

Conferences

DECA ICDC: Know Before You Go

Apr 15, 2025

We're thrilled to welcome 25,000 DECA members, advisors and partners to the International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL on April 26-29, 2025. This guide includes everything you need to know before you go to Orlando!

Career Insights

Understanding Vehicle Financing

Apr 15, 2025

Financial Literacy Month is the perfect time to explore real-life money topics like vehicle financing and ownership. Learn about resources that you can use to teach these essential concepts to help students make informed, confident financial decisions.

Conferences

DECA is Excited to Welcome 75+ Exhibitors to ICDC

Apr 14, 2025

Attendees of DECA's International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL will have the chance to network with more than 75 exhibitors. Explore the companies, colleges and organizations participating in this year’s event.

Conferences

Maximizing Your Professional Conference Experience

Apr 14, 2025

Whether it’s your first time or you’ve started collecting pins like a pro, there’s more to the conference experience than a weekend getaway. With the right preparation and a few tips, you can turn a few days of networking and workshops into a launchpad for your future.

Conferences

Download the 2025 DECA ICDC Program + Mobile App

Apr 14, 2025

Get ready to gather with 25,000 attendees at DECA's International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL! Download the conference program to start planning your custom experience.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Does Flavoring Help a Cough?

Apr 14, 2025

Step into the role of the director of marketing for Haven Products, a popular brand of over-the-counter medicines. The president has asked you to analyze the new Stop Cough with Honey.

Partners

How to Bring Excitement to your Classroom this Financial Literacy Month

Apr 8, 2025

The Intuit Hour of Finance™ Challenge gives schools a free, interactive way to teach students about budgeting. Schools can win prizes*, and students learn important money skills through games and real-life situations, making finance fun and easy to understand.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: SMOKE IN THE KITCHEN!

Apr 7, 2025

Step into the role of the event services manager for Hotel Heights. The banquet manager has alerted you to an issue that will directly affect an event taking place in one of the hotel’s meeting rooms and needs you to resolve the issue.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2025 Emerging Leader Honor Award Recipients

Apr 4, 2025

We are excited to announce the 2024-2025 recipients of DECA's Emerging Leader Honor Award! This award recognizes outstanding senior members for their involvement with DECA.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 46th Semi-Annual Survey

Oct 17, 2023

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 46th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 9,100 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.7 years.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Promoting Hot Beverages

Oct 16, 2023

Step into the role of the marketing communications manager for Conway’s, a drive-in fast food restaurant chain. The director of marketing wants you to inform the public of a new product line.

Career Insights

Size Up Your Future Employer to Boost Your Career Opportunities

Oct 15, 2023

Finding a match with a prospective employer is complicated and takes time. Job seekers will want to prioritize organizations that invest in their employees and provide professional development opportunities, mentorship and other benefits!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Paid vs Unpaid Internships

Oct 9, 2023

Step into the roles of the director of human resources and the director of employee relations at Cromwell Realty. The president of the company wants to begin offering unpaid internships to staff open positions and wants your feedback.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Perks of Opening a Franchise

Oct 2, 2023

Step into the role of a small business consultant. A client wants to start a business and has asked you for information about franchises.

College Success

Mastering Time Management While in College

Oct 1, 2023

With classes, assignments, social activities and possibly a part-time job, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But fear not! We're here to help you navigate the college journey with some simple and effective time management strategies.

Chapter Strategy

Unlocking Success with DECA’s Leadership Passport Progam

Oct 1, 2023

Searching for a way to keep your Collegiate DECA members excited and engaged? Look no further than Collegiate DECA’s Leadership Passport Program!

Career Insights

Your Ultimate Guide to Career Fair Success

Oct 1, 2023

Nervous about attending your university’s career fair this year and landing an internship or job? Here are the 6 Key Steps to preparing for Career Fair success and landing endless opportunities with the companies you meet!

Chapter Strategy

One Diamond: September 2023

Sep 29, 2023

Check out what you missed on the September 2023 #OneDiamond Call, hosted by Collegiate DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Preventing Identity Theft

Sep 25, 2023

Step into the role of a financial resource consultant. Your young client is nervous about identity theft and has asked you how identity thieves obtain personal information to steal identities, actions the client can take to protect their personal information and steps to take to safely manage finances using mobile technology.

Career Insights

NRF Opportunities for Collegiate DECA Members

Sep 18, 2023

Prepare for your retail career with the National Retail Federation Foundation with these virtual events and scholarship opportunities.

College Success

Scholarship Applications 101

Sep 18, 2023

As you begin your scholarship profile and applications, it’s important to remember application requirements, important information and tips for submissions. Scholarships are due January 12, 2024!

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Backstage Pass to Glass

Jul 3, 2023

Experience the difference in your competitive events results by trying this four-step technique to ensure you get on the 2024 ICDC stage in Anaheim and bring home DECA glass!

Chapter Strategy

The Priority of Preparation: Developing Your Program of Leadership

Jul 3, 2023

Developing your chapter’s Program of Leadership (POL) is crucial in setting your year up for success. The priority of preparation can set this year’s tone for your chapter by building a strong team dynamic, setting SMART goals and establishing accountability.

Chapter Strategy

A Chapter Presidents Roadmap to Success

Jul 3, 2023

Unlock the secrets to a successful term as a chapter president. Follow this roadmap to achieve your goals, build strong connections and lead your team to greatness. Get started now and experience the difference!

DECA News

Download the 2023-2024 DECA Guide

Jun 21, 2023

The DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, access competitive event guidelines and so much more!

DECA News

Congratulations to the Members Earning DECA's School-based Enterprise Individual Certification

Jun 14, 2023

Congratulations to the members who have earned individual certification through DECA's School-based Enterprise (SBE) Individual Certification Exam!

Chapter Strategy

Incorporating Pride into Your Leadership Style

Jun 5, 2023

By incorporating the principles of pride into your leadership style, you can cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. In honor of Pride month, we’ll explore the five key parts of pride to help you become a more LGBTQ+ inclusive leader!

Career Insights

4 Ways to Use Collegiate DECA in Your Job Search

Jun 5, 2023

Collegiate DECA can be a powerful tool for building your skills and experience and for making valuable connections with industry leaders. By using your experience, you'll give yourself a competitive advantage and set yourself up for long-term success in the business world.

Chapter Strategy

Recruiting Before the End of the Year

Jun 5, 2023

As we finish off the 2022-2023 school year, chapter recruitment is on a lot of people’s minds, so here are some things you can do to end the year strong and look forward to Experience the Difference next year!

Conferences

Taylor Swift Would Love ELS

Jun 5, 2023

DECA ELS teaches members how to shimmer like a jewel, polish their leadership knowledge and skills, and create long-lasting connections and friendships. We all love and have seen our DECA blue, “just think of the fun things we could do” in Tysons!

Chapter Strategy

Building Tomorrow's Leaders: A Look Into Incoming Member Recruitment

Jun 5, 2023

Recruiting new members is key to building a strong foundation for your chapter and association. By taking the time to promote DECA and by connecting with teachers and other stakeholders, you can help ensure that your chapter continues to thrive for years to come.

Career Insights

6 Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer Jobs and Internships

Jun 5, 2023

Summer is a great way to prepare for your future! In this article, check out six key strategies to keep in mind if you're looking to maximize the benefits of your summer jobs and internships.

Chapter Strategy

5 Ways to Elevate Your End-Of-Year Chapter Banquet

Jun 2, 2023

End-of-the-Year Celebrations are always a terrific way to commemorate your chapter's accomplishments and recognize outstanding members. Check out these 5 ways to make your chapter banquet one to remember.