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Dress for Success: Interviewing 101

Nov 10, 2021

Do your members know how to make a great first impression at a job interview? Use this presentation and guided narration from Men's Wearhouse in your classroom

Compete

Earning DECA Glass: Prepared Events

Nov 8, 2021

Previous ICDC competitive events winners share their thoughts and insights on DECA's prepared events. Discover tips and tricks to help you prepare for your quest for DECA glass in Business Operations Research, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Integrated Marketing Campaign and Professing Selling & Consulting Events.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Online Reviews to Boost a Ghost Tour

Nov 8, 2021

You are to assume the role of the owner of Gullet City Ghost Tours, a walking tour for residents and tourists visiting Gullet City. Your business partner wants you to determine how the business can solicit online reviews from customers for use in marketing.

Partners

The #DECAATTProject Provides Creative Mentorship Opportunities

Nov 4, 2021

As the #DECAATTProject entered its seventh year, no one could have imagined the challenges the school year would present. But DECA members across the country sprang into action to really show us what it means to take DECA to the #NextLevel.

Chapter Strategy

‘Tis The Season to Deck Out Your SBE

Nov 3, 2021

With the holidays right around the corner, there are many ways to boost School-based Enterprise (SBE) sales while still engaging with your customers. Below are a few things that Blue Blaze Café has done over the years and new activities for 2021 to continue expanding our customer base.

Career Insights

How to Build a Resume That Will Land Your Dream Internship

Nov 3, 2021

Constructing a resume that highlights your strengths to make you stand out as the best candidate may seem challenging. Here are a few tips to make the resume-building process easier.

Career Insights

Gain Career Experience with Job Shadowing Opportunities

Nov 2, 2021

Setting up job shadows for your chapter’s members will provide them with priceless opportunities to increase professional development, gain insight on future career options, increase familiarity with the industry of their competitive event and maximize their momentum!

College Success

Tips for Finding Your Fit

Nov 1, 2021

Planning for college can be both scary and exciting. Use these tips to push your college research further and find the best college for you.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing Employee Service Anniversaries

Nov 1, 2021

You are the chief human resources officer for Salutations, a company that designs, prints, and markets greeting cards and stationery. Salutations has been in business for eight years and has 200 employees, including 175 full-time employees and 25 part-time employees.

Compete

Powerful Presentations: Tips + Tricks

Nov 1, 2021

Speaking in public is a skill that will help you in your personal, academic and professional life. This session will teach you the basics of body language, using your voice and crafting the perfect message to make sure you make the most of your presentations.

College Success

Maximizing Your Campus Visit Experience

Nov 1, 2021

"Is there truly a best time to visit college campuses? What are my options if I can’t visit campuses in person? I don’t even know which questions to ask when I’m on a college tour!” Three college admissions professionals are here to help you answer these questions and more as you navigate your college visit plan.

College Success

Complete Guide to College Visits

Nov 1, 2021

Choosing the right college is a defining moment in your life. But how do you find the right fit? Visiting a college in person gets you one step closer to selecting the perfect college for you. You’ll get to experience on-campus student life, meet with faculty, chat with current students and get all your questions answered by admission staff.

Chapter Strategy

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.

Spotlights

How DECA Shaped My Success as a Chemical Engineering Student

Feb 12, 2025

DECA gave me the skills to stand out in engineering. The ability to present ideas, collaborate effectively and think strategically has set me apart in a competitive field, proving that business and engineering go hand in hand.

Spotlights

Optimizing Collegiate DECA's Value to Members

Feb 12, 2025

By evolving with the business landscape, fostering mentorships and bridging the gap between DECA and corporations, we can maximize opportunities for our members and solidify DECA’s impact in the professional world.

Spotlights

JWU DECA Gives Back: Serving the Providence Community

Feb 12, 2025

This year, JWU DECA has been committed to positively impacting the Providence community through various service initiatives. Through these efforts, we strive to make a meaningful difference beyond the 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

Collegiate DECA ICDC: Things to Do in San Francisco

Feb 3, 2025

The ultimate end of the 2024-2025 Collegiate DECA membership year leads us to the city by the bay in this unique conference setting. In this article, learn more about the city, known for its fun attractions, unique dining amenities and exciting sights.

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.

Chapter Strategy

Advocating for Collegiate DECA: Part 2

Feb 1, 2025

In this two-part series, we explore techniques to ensure awareness and continued support for our division. This article explores ways to expand your reach, including engaging with policymakers and leveraging resources to amplify your voice.

Chapter Strategy

Advocating for Collegiate DECA: Part 1

Feb 1, 2025

In this two-part series, we explore techniques to ensure awareness and continued support for our division. This article will focus on local advocacy options and how individuals in your network can help expand your chapter’s reach.

Chapter Strategy

The Diversity of DECA with Emerging Leaders

Feb 1, 2025

As an organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs, DECA is also known for being diverse in career studies and backgrounds. Hear from three students on how they value diversity within a community.

Career Insights

Exploring Funding Options for Entrepreneurs

Feb 1, 2025

As an aspiring entrepreneur and a DECA member, understanding the various funding options available can help you bring your vision to life and set you apart in your competitive events and professional endeavors.

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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.

Chapter Strategy

From the Desk: Member Tips on Ways to Be the One

Mar 1, 2025

Be the One isn’t just a theme; it’s a reminder of our goal as DECA members. In this article, hear tips from our members on how to embody this year’s theme during competition season!

Conferences

Exploring the Emerging Leader Series Academies

Mar 1, 2025

Competition is not the only way to attend DECA ICDC. You can also travel to Orlando, FL, as an attendee of an Academy. Check out this article to explore the different ICDC academies!

Leadership

5 Ways to Lead Ethically in the Age of AI

Mar 1, 2025

As future business leaders, embracing AI while ensuring ethical practices is crucial. Here are five essential strategies for navigating AI in today's business world.

Conferences

DECA ICDC: Beyond Competition

Mar 1, 2025

DECA ICDC 2025, hosted in the Sunshine State, offers much more than competition. Get ready to BE THE ONE by participating in opportunities such as the Emerging Leaders Series, College and Career Exhibits, pin trading and more.

College Success

Making the Right Choice: Narrowing your College Options with Confidence

Mar 1, 2025

As college decisions roll in, it becomes time to make a final decision based on where your academic future will take you. Here are some points to consider when making your difficult college decision.

DECA News

Announcing the 2025 NAA Auction Marketing Campaign Challenge Winners

Feb 25, 2025

DECA Inc. and the National Auctioneers Association (NAA) are excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Auction Marketing Campaign Challenge.

Conferences

Compete to Win $2,000 in the Collegiate DECA Sales Challenge

Feb 24, 2025

Showcase your world-class selling abilities in the Collegiate DECA Sales Challenge. Sponsored by Enterprise Rentals, the challenge is open to all members attending the 2025 Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Adobe Food Truck Challenge 2024-2025 Winners

Feb 24, 2025

Adobe and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the Adobe Food Truck Challenge!

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

Crucial Content: The Value of a Strong Social Media Presence

Feb 20, 2025

With CTE month here again, advocacy is at the forefront of many DECA members’ minds. February’s advocacy activities are undoubtedly positive, but advocacy should be prioritized all year, and perhaps the easiest way to do so is to have a strong social media presence on a chapter level.