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Writing Does Wonders: How to Write an Effective CTE Advocacy Letter

Feb 13, 2025

Advocating for CTE benefits future students and helps ensure that programs like DECA can continue to shape tomorrow’s industry leaders. Check out this step-by-step guide and sample template to help you create a persuasive CTE advocacy letter.

DECA News

Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

Feb 13, 2025

To let your #DECAbestie or #DECAcrush know how much they mean to you, DECA has created valentines for you to share with your friends on February 14.

DECA News

Announcing the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge Round 2 ICDC Qualifiers

Feb 13, 2025

DECA congratulates finalist teams in the second round of the 2024-2025 Virtual Business Challenge (VBC) advancing to final competition during DECA's International Career Development Conference.

Spotlights

Building a Legacy: How Weston DECA is Making an Impact

Feb 12, 2025

Every DECA chapter starts somewhere, and in Weston, Connecticut, our journey began with a simple idea—that even a small group of students can make a big impact.

Conferences

Watch Now: The Ultimate DECA Power Trip 2025 Promo Video

Feb 10, 2025

Embark on a quest that will awaken your thirst for knowledge in this powerful city - November 21-23, 2025 in Arlington, Va for the Ultimate DECA Power Trip.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2025 Certified School-based Enterprises

Feb 10, 2025

Congratulations to the DECA School-based Enterprises that earned a 2024-2025 Chapter Certification!

DECA News

Share What's Trending in the Spring 2025 Taking Stock with Teens Survey

Feb 10, 2025

The 2025 Spring Piper Sandler Taking Stock With Teens Survey is now available for use in your classroom!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Identifying Banking Risks

Feb 10, 2025

Step into the role of the risk management manager for Big Bank, a global company that offers traditional banking services including checking, savings, investments, online banking, loans, credit cards and more.

Conferences

2025 DECA Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference Recap

Feb 5, 2025

Over 1,000 DECA members attended the 2025 DECA Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference last month. Hosted at Universal Studios Orlando, the conference allowed members to learn from industry professionals daily and experience the parks at night.

Partners

Participate in the Non-Competitive Stock Market Game Session

Feb 3, 2025

The SIFMA Foundation is offering a non-competitive DECA Stock Market Game running February 10 - April 18, 2025. This is a great opportunity for students to test out the simulation and prepare for the Fall's Stock Market Game ICDC qualifier. 

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Can a Volunteer be Fired?

Feb 3, 2025

Step into the role of the marketing specialist for Go Burger, a quick serve restaurant chain featuring burgers and chicken sandwiches. The director of marketing wants you to create a promotion introducing the chain’s new vegan menu.

DECA News

Recognize Outstanding Seniors with DECA's Emerging Leader Honor Award

Feb 1, 2025

If you know an exceptional DECA leader, consider recognizing them with the DECA Emerging Leader Honor Award. The application window is open until March 31, 2025.

DECA News

Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Leadership Passport Recipients

Mar 11, 2025

Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program recipients! The Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program encourages associations, chapters and individual members to plan activities and participate in events that enhance the experiences of members.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Pausing Operations to Strengthen Customer Service

Mar 10, 2025

Step into the role of an operations assistant for Blue Ribbon Gifts. A customer service employee wants you to explain how a pause in order fulfillment can be communicated as positive customer relations to those complaining.

Spotlights

Collegiate DECA Stock Market Challenge Experience

Mar 3, 2025

This year, I participated in the Stock Market Challenge, an experience that both challenged and enhanced my understanding of finance. It allowed me to apply what I've learned in the classroom to real-world scenarios while playing a pivotal role in shaping my career aspirations.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Elevating the Customer Experience During Air Travel

Mar 3, 2025

Step into the role of the director of customer experience for Royal Airways. The chief marketing officer wants you to create a customer amenity kit for both domestic and international flights that will elevate the customer experience.

Chapter Strategy

Passing the Torch: How to Ensure a Smooth Leadership Transition for your Chapter

Mar 1, 2025

Now is the time to begin selecting our division’s next leaders. Whether you are a chapter president passing down the gavel or serving on a chapter election committee, the decisions made during this stage are crucial to future chapter success.

Conferences

Gear Up to Be The One at Collegiate DECA ICDC

Mar 1, 2025

San Francisco’s calling! The Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference lands at the Marriott Marquis, April 5-8, 2025, bringing together Emerging Leaders from around the world.

Career Insights

The Connection between Cybersecurity and Leaders of Tomorrow

Mar 1, 2025

While we focus on the soft skills to become emerging leaders, we forget that those skills relate to cybersecurity in various ways. Hear from a student leader who has shown the benefits of having leadership and cybersecurity experience together.

Leadership

5 Ways DECA Helps You Build Resilience

Mar 1, 2025

Resilience is built through experiences, and DECA provides countless opportunities to strengthen this essential skill. By developing adaptability, confidence and perseverance, members gain a competitive edge that will serve them well in their future endeavors.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Methods to Market Safety

Feb 24, 2025

Step into the role of the regional manager for Rental Car Academy. The regional vice president wants you to determine how to best market an optional yet important new service only for customers in the region.

Spotlights

Finance Cluster Exam Tips

Feb 20, 2025

Are you competing in a finance event? If so, you will need to take the Finance Cluster Exam. Some tips for doing well include avoiding getting stuck on questions, using background knowledge, using the process of elimination, studying key terms, and taking practice tests.

Spotlights

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Ace Your Case Study

Feb 20, 2025

Are you looking for ways to improve your case study before Collegiate DECA ICDC? Check out this step-by-step guide to learn how to ace your case study!

Chapter Strategy

Advocacy Day with Washington DECA

Feb 18, 2025

Recently, Washington DECA visited state representatives and senators alongside seven other CTSOs. We met with legislators to explain the personal impact of DECA and CTE on their lives and discuss issues about our specific geographical areas.

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Leadership

Tackling Imposter Syndrome

Sep 1, 2024

Starting a new school year can bring a multitude of challenges. Overcoming self-doubt and embracing your potential is key. Here are some strategies to help you conquer imposter syndrome and confidently navigate your journey.

College Success

How to Stand Out During College Application Season

Sep 1, 2024

As the school year begins, senior DECA members prepare to start the college application. But what does it take to get into your dream school? Here are some of my tried-and-true tips to help you navigate applying to college.

Compete

From Options to Opportunity: How to Pick Your Competitive Event

Sep 1, 2024

With 60 competitive events, DECA has a place for everyone, but picking an event can be overwhelming and confusing. Use these strategies to help select your competitive event.

Chapter Strategy

4 Tips to Elevate Your Chapter Meetings

Sep 1, 2024

As the new school year begins, look at these easy-to-implement tips to take your chapter meetings to the next level. With engaging chapter meetings, you can build your chapter’s recruitment and member involvement on your chapter’s journey to Be the One.

Chapter Strategy

SBE Tips & Tricks for Success

Sep 1, 2024

Are you running an SBE this year? Well, whether it is food or retail, this is for you. Keep reading to learn three quick tips on how to stay successful with your SBE this school year.

Chapter Strategy

Let’s Talk About the Updated Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program

Aug 30, 2024

This year’s Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport has been updated with new tasks, including removing passport levels and more. Get a look at what the new passports have to offer our members for the 2024-2025 membership year.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Privacy Policy Ultra-Exclusive or Zero Attention

Aug 26, 2024

Step into the role of the general manager of Reserved, a new independent hotel property in a metropolitan area. The owner wants you to explain how implementing a privacy policy could help or hinder the property’s marketing and customer appeal.

Compete

Compete in Session One of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game

Aug 20, 2024

Collegiate DECA members are invited to participate in the first round of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game (SMG) which kicks off on September 9, 2024.

Compete

Compete in the DECA Stock Market Game

Aug 20, 2024

DECA members are invited to participate in the DECA Stock Market Game (SMG) which kicks off on September 9, 2024.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Promoting a Private Label Skincare Line

Aug 19, 2024

Step into the role of the marketing communications manager for Dollar House, a discount variety store chain with over 5,000 locations. The director of marketing wants you to create a digital marketing campaign announcing the company’s private label skin care line.

Chapter Strategy

Be The One with Back-to-School Resources for Your Chapter

Aug 16, 2024

Your all-in-one kit to start the school year; watch for your back-to-school box to reach your chapter within the next few weeks.

Spotlights

DECA Is For All

Aug 13, 2024

If you fall into a non-business category, where your goal is to pursue a major in STEM or the arts or anything else, don’t be too quick to write DECA off as something that’s not for you.