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On the Horizon: Gauging Your Fit for DECA Executive Office
Are you looking for a way to grow in leadership and serve thousands of members? Do you have a passion for spreading the benefits of DECA? If this sounds like you, keep reading to find out if an Executive Officer position is the right fit for you.
Preparing DECA's Next Generation
As we celebrate the involvement of the next DECA generation, let's take a closer look at the unique opportunities and considerations we can provide for our future emerging leaders.
Your Blueprint for Mastering Chapter Collaboration
Ever thought about working with other chapters to plan events and expand your leadership? Boost your leadership and plan exciting collaborative chapter events with these five steps.
Exploring the Benefits of DECA’s Leadership Styles
DECA leadership styles are important for personal and professional development as they provide a framework for self-understanding, team collaboration, adaptability, effective communication and career planning.
Powering Up for The New Year
Acquiring power skills can alter the trajectory of your high school years and your subsequent collegiate experience and professional life. Prepare to enter your ‘power’ era—by honing the skills to get there.
Community Involvement During the Holiday Season
One of the best things to do during the holiday season is to help others in your community. See how Edmond North DECA organizes a school-wide project that helps families during the holiday season every year.
Case Study of the Week: An Ethical Partnership?
Step into the role of the director of partnerships at Body Positivity Society, a nonprofit organization that educates and promotes body positivity. The executive director wants you to analyze whether to accept a generous bid for partnership from a national apparel chain.
Expanding Your Chapter's Reach to Elementary Schools
Have you ever considered expanding the idea of "career readiness" to local elementary schools in your area? This innovative approach allows your chapter to engage with elementary schools in a creative way.
Announcing DECA's 2023-2024 Chapter Campaign Winners
DECA members are experiencing the difference, with an impressive number of chapters completing their campaign goals. Congratulations to all the chapters that participated in DECA’s Chapter Campaigns!
Elevate Your DECA Written Event: 5 Tips to Make Your Presentation Unforgettable
As we get ready for another exciting year of DECA competition, written event preparation is in full swing! From document aesthetics to judge adaptation, learn how to level up your DECA written presentations to make a memorable impact.
Case Study of the Week: Learn a Foreign Language Month
Step into the role of the marketing communications specialist for Speak Now, a subscription-based language learning app. The senior vice president wants you to create messaging that will inform the public that December is “Learn a Foreign Language Month” and persuade them to use Speak Now.
10 Trends to Watch in 2024
DECA members always look for ways to learn more throughout their DECA experience. As we enter the 2024 calendar year, dive into the projected top trends that companies and consumers think will take the world by storm.
Growing as a Leader in Collegiate DECA: Empowering Student Success Together
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.
The 2023-2024 Collegiate DECA Guide is Now Available
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.
One Diamond: July 2023
Check out what you missed on the July 2023 #OneDiamond Call, hosted by Collegiate DECA's Executive Officer Team.
Student Opportunities on Campus
Whether you’re in a community college or university, there are a limitless number of opportunities made available to students to students by their campus. Here are three ways to take advantage of what your college offers!
DECA Doesn’t Have to End After High School
Recruiting upcoming first-year students before they arrive on campus is a proactive and strategic approach to building your Collegiate DECA chapter. Here are some effective ways to engage and attract freshmen members that you can start now.
8 Steps to Starting a Collegiate DECA Chapter
Are you interested in starting a DECA chapter at your university? Still trying to figure out where to start? From who to contact to what events to prepare for, I have you covered with the 8 main steps to complete to prepare for a successful chapter!
First-year Fever: Join the DECA Revolution!
Attracting enthusiastic first-year students is the key to our success. Let's explore exciting strategies to promote DECA on campus and ignite the first-year fire within! Together, we can attract fresh talent and unlock endless possibilities for our chapters.
Incorporating Pride into Your Leadership Style
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!
4 Ways to Use Collegiate DECA in Your Job Search
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.
Recruiting Before the End of the Year
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!
6 Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer Jobs and Internships
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.
5 Ways to Elevate Your End-Of-Year Chapter Banquet
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.
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Download ICDC 2023 Certificates and Competitor Transcripts
Learn how to download certificates and competitive event transcripts from DECA's 2023 Collegiate and High School International Career Development Conferences.
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Marriott Foundation Curriculum Grant Recipients
Congratulations to the following chapters selected to receive the VBC – DECA Hotel Challenge Curriculum Grant provided by the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation.
Fidelity In 30: Picking A Stock
Stocks are a little like, well, socks. There are so many kinds to consider, you might be wondering how to pick one. You can start by looking for what you geek out on, a company that makes something you love, then unravel what they do.
Case Study of the Week: The Need for Professional Development
Step into the role of an administrative services assistant at Midtown Technical College. A co-worker has asked you why it’s important to take advantage of the company’s professional development opportunities.
DECA Announces the 2023-2024 Membership Theme: Experience the Difference
Not all experiences are created equal, and DECA is one of a kind! When you become a member of DECA, you’re one step closer to making your college and career dreams a reality.
Army ROTC Awards Over $900,000 in Scholarships to DECA Members
Five DECA members are the recipients of over $900,000 in total scholarships from the Army ROTC.
DECA Inc. Honors 2023 Outstanding Service Award Recipient, Dr. Jeffrey Victor
DECA Inc. congratulates the 2023 recipient of the Outstanding Service Award, one of DECA’s most prestigious recognitions.
DECA Honors Advisors for 40+ Years of Service
The DECA Inc. Years of Service Award is presented to individuals who have shown outstanding and continued service to the organization and its mission. Thank you to these long-time advisors who have reached new milestones of service to DECA's members.
Meet the 2023-2024 DECA Executive Officer Team
Congratulations to the newly-elected 2023-2024 DECA Executive Officer Team! The team is excited to represent DECA members around the globe as they begin work on their goals and objectives for the year ahead.
Congratulations to the 2023 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions
Congratulations to the 2023 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!
DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support
Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.
2022-2023 IMPACT Program Winners Announced
The 2022-2023 IMPACT Program awards were presented during the Chartered Association Officer Luncheon at the International Career Development Conference in Orlando.
