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Case Study of the Week: Fair and Inclusive Employee Benefits

Mar 25, 2024

Step into the role of the senior vice president at Jamwell Pets, a company that produces varieties of foods for dogs and cats. The president of the company wants your team to determine how to respond to unethical allegations regarding employee benefits.

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2024-2025 Membership Theme: Be The One

Mar 25, 2024

When you join DECA, you're not just another member; you're part of a global network of emerging leaders and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future. It's time to step up, stand out and Be The One who makes a difference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Creating a Marketing Plan for New Merchandise

Mar 18, 2024

Step into the role of the owner of Office Resale, a business that sells previously owned office furniture and decor. A business partner wants you to develop a marketing plan that will promote a new selection of merchandise.

Career Insights

How the Metaverse is Driving the Next Generation of Retail Workforce Development

Mar 15, 2024

Considering all the innovative technologies out there, how do businesses narrow in on a specific problem and a specific solution that solves that exact problem? Read on to discover how the Metaverse is narrowing in.

Conferences

Introducing the DECA ICDC 2024 Keynote Speaker

Mar 14, 2024

DECA is pleased to announce that Kido Okeleke, will deliver the keynote during the 2024 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Sessions.

DECA News

Stukent Social Media Simternship Challenge 2024 Winners Announced

Mar 12, 2024

Over 1,600 individuals participated in this year's Stukent Social Media Simternship Challenge. Participants tested their social media marketing skills by managing a $5,000 weekly budget in simulated ad dollars for a fictitious company.

Conferences

DECA ICDC: Experience the Jabbawockeez at Grand Opening Session

Mar 12, 2024

Prepare to be amazed by America's true best dance crew, the Jabbawockeez, during the Grand Opening Sessions on Saturday night of DECA ICDC in Anaheim, CA.

DECA News

DECA's 2024 Advocacy Campaign Winners Announced

Mar 12, 2024

February was Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and many chapters worked hard to advocate in their communities and to their policymakers on behalf of DECA by completing the 2024 DECA Advocacy Campaign.

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.

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.

Conferences

Watch the #CDECAICDC 2024 Promo Video

Aug 14, 2023

Get the edge at the biggest event of the year – The Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference hosted in Austin, Texas on April 20-23, 2024.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Bring Tourists to Cats?

Aug 14, 2023

Step into the role of director of marketing for Prairie Town Cat Sanctuary. The executive director wants you to determine how to integrate better customer service practices to increase the number of daily visitors.

Chapter Strategy

Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guidebook: Your Chapter’s Guide to Success

Aug 9, 2023

The new Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide is your "one-stop shop" for important resources and year-round information to help you Experience the Difference in your chapter this year.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2023-2024 Membership Video

Aug 8, 2023

Get ready to Experience DECA! Check out DECA's 2023-2024 membership video to help your chapter show why the DECA experience is one of a kind during recruitment.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Digital Deals to Gain New Customers

Aug 7, 2023

Step into the role of director of client relations for Digideals. The president wants you to choose one or two business types and then create a marketing plan that will be presented to the businesses to persuade them to partner with Digideals.

Chapter Strategy

Break the Ice at Collegiate DECA Chapter Meetings

Aug 1, 2023

At the first chapter meeting of the year, you need to develop a strong first impression that will impress potential new members and excite existing members for the year. Here are 10 Icebreakers to start your year with a bang!

DECA News

Endless Opportunities Await You This Year

Aug 1, 2023

Whether you aspire to become a successful entrepreneur, a respected marketing professional or a leader in the business world, Collegiate DECA is your gateway to achieving those goals. Join Collegiate DECA today and unlock endless opportunities that will shape your future for years to come.

Leadership

DECA Talks: Success Is Impossible Without Failure

Aug 1, 2023

Success and fulfillment are not straight lines. Success is impossible without failure. Isaac will show you that regardless of where you are in this organization and no matter how you define success, DECA can start you on your life’s ultimate power trip.

Chapter Strategy

DECAdventure Awaits

Aug 1, 2023

The ultimate DECAdventure awaits you! Grab your fellow members and brace yourselves for an action-packed year filled with thrilling competitions, hands-on learning experiences and impactful service initiatives.

Chapter Strategy

Level Up Your Content Creation Experience with Content Calendars

Jul 31, 2023

Creating and using a content calendar will prepare your chapter for success and leave you feeling less stressed during the school year. In this article, learn what a content calendar is and dive into the five steps on how to use it for a better content-creation experience this year!

Spotlights

Growing as a Leader in Collegiate DECA: Empowering Student Success Together

Jul 24, 2023

DECA has many opportunities to grow as a leader and extend a helping hand to your fellow students, empowering them to flourish as well. Together, let us learn how to foster a culture of leadership excellence within Collegiate DECA and create a brighter future for the leaders of tomorrow.

DECA News

The 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Guide is Now Available

Jul 12, 2023

The Collegiate DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, learn about virtual challenges and access competitive event guidelines.

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Chapter Strategy

Guide for Recruiting New Freshmen Members

Aug 11, 2021

As a new school year begins, the next class of leaders are waiting to find a place they belong. This guide is full of selling points and recruitment techniques that you can use to grow your chapter for years to come.

Why Join Collegiate DECA?

Aug 9, 2021

Have you ever wondered what's involved with Collegiate DECA? Learn about the similarities and differences from the high school division and how to join an existing chapter on your future campus (or start your own chapter!)

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2021-2022 Membership Video

Aug 3, 2021

The success you achieve in DECA is the initial boost that will launch you into the real world and give you a competitive advantage, starting day one.

Chapter Strategy

How to Maximize Your Chapter’s Recruitment

Jul 29, 2021

With the 2021-22 academic year fast approaching, recruiting new members for your local DECA chapter is almost certainly at or near the top of every leadership team’s agenda. Since last year was so hard on chapters, this year is the perfect opportunity for you to bounce back. Follow these tips to maximize your chapter's recruitment.

Career Insights

15 Steps to Build Your Brand on LinkedIn

Jul 28, 2021

Not yet on LinkedIn? You should be! Follow these steps to create the perfect, attention-grabbing profile.

Career Insights

Marketing, Communications, PR and Advertising: What's the Difference?

Jul 26, 2021

The terms marketing, communications, public relations and advertising are commonly confused. So, how are they similar and how are they different?

Leadership

3 Leadership Activities to Jump-start Your New Team

Jul 23, 2021

An important part of team building is supporting your teammates and learning their individual leadership styles. Check out these three ideas to help your new team hit the ground running!

Chapter Strategy

Building an Innovative Community

Jul 16, 2021

Joining Collegiate DECA is a rewarding experience. From working in the community and leading critical aspects of the organization, to achieving competitive success and expanding your network, there is something for every level of the college experience.

Career Insights

How to Dominate with Color Psychology in Marketing

Jul 6, 2021

Color psychology is the study of how colors affect perceptions and behaviors in marketing and branding. If you have never heard of color psychology and how to best utilize it in marketing, read on!

College Success

Plan Your Next College Visit

Jul 1, 2021

As the world begins to return to normalcy, colleges are inviting you back onto campus for visits and tours! Check out this quick guide to make the best of your college visits!

DECA News

School-based Enterprise Individual Certifications 2020-2021

Jun 30, 2021

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

Career Insights

First Impressions in 7 Seconds

Jun 23, 2021

People often have a precise judgment of you in the first seven seconds after meeting you. Whether it's meeting a new classmate, a job interview or even interacting with your competitive event judge, find out how to make the most of your seven seconds!