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Congratulations to the 2025 Marriott Foundation ICDC Travel Scholarship Recipients

Apr 2, 2025

Through a generous contribution from the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation, DECA is pleased to provide travel scholarships to high school DECA members to participate in the 2025 International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Orlando, FL.

Chapter Strategy

DECA Doesn’t End After High School: Meet the Students Continuing Their Journeys

Apr 1, 2025

As the school year comes to a close, high school seniors may feel like their time with DECA is coming to an end. But what if that’s just the beginning? Meet a group of students who have seamlessly transitioned into Collegiate DECA, continuing their journeys and forging their paths to success.

Chapter Strategy

Does DECA End After High School? How Collegiate DECA Prepares You for the Future

Apr 1, 2025

With endless opportunities, Collegiate DECA welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and majors, providing a platform to continue evolving as emerging leaders. Whether you're looking to enhance your career or explore new possibilities, DECA is where you can thrive.

Conferences

A Guide to the Exhibit Hall at ICDC

Apr 1, 2025

Outside of competition, academies and pin trading, another way to spend time in the OCCC is by visiting the ICDC Exhibit Hall. You can interact with many colleges, employers and vendors to see where the future may take you.

Leadership

Reflecting on a Year of Leadership: Growth, Lessons & Gratitude

Apr 1, 2025

Take a moment to pause and reflect on your leadership journey this year. Read takeaways and tools to reflect on your year in DECA and recognize your achievements!

Conferences

BE THE ONE at DECA ICDC in Orlando

Apr 1, 2025

Hosted in Orlando, Florida, known for its vibrant culture, thrilling theme parks, and active business scene, you are sure to find something to fall in love with in one of the most exciting destinations in the world while at DECA ICDC.

Chapter Strategy

Passing the Baton: Transitioning to a New Officer Team in DECA

Apr 1, 2025

Passing the baton to a new officer team in DECA is a crucial process to ensure a smooth leadership transition. By fostering collaboration and celebrating achievements, DECA chapters can maintain momentum and continue thriving under new leadership.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Why Bother With a Warehouse Club Business Membership?

Mar 31, 2025

Step into the role of the chief strategist at Clubco, a chain of membership-only warehouse club retail stores. The CEO wants you to differentiate the business membership from the regular membership to increase new business memberships.

Conferences

Introducing the DECA ICDC 2025 Keynote Speaker

Mar 28, 2025

DECA is pleased to announce that Rob Lawless, will deliver the keynote during the 2025 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session.

DECA News

DECA Announces the 2025-2026 Membership Theme: Go The Extra

Mar 25, 2025

As emerging leaders, you know that success is more than just meeting expectations—it’s about exceeding them. This year, we dare you to Go The Extra—the extra mile, the extra step, the extra level on the path to achieving your college and career goals.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2024-2025 Scholarship Recipients

Mar 24, 2025

DECA is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Beyond the Regular Product Collection

Mar 24, 2025

Step into the role the owner of Beyond, a luggage and travel accessories brand. Your business partner wants you to propose two different special collections that Beyond can create.

Chapter Strategy

3 Ways to Make New DECA Members Feel Welcome

Sep 27, 2021

Joining DECA can be a rewarding experience for members who decide to get involved. However, just because someone registers as a member, doesn’t mean they automatically start taking advantage of all that DECA has to offer.

Other

Your Guide to Exploring Austin During Collegiate DECA's Engage Conference

Sep 27, 2021

The Texas Collegiate DECA officers have put together a list of local favorites for Collegiate DECA members to check out while in Austin for Engage this November.

Leadership

3 Ways to Sharpen Your Leadership Decision-making Skills

Sep 20, 2021

Have you recently taken on a new leadership position? While many perks come with the role, more responsibility often means increased pressure to make the best possible decisions.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Market Research Needed for Wild Fair Amusement Park

Sep 20, 2021

You are the director of community relations for Jumbo Entertainment, a company that owns and operates two amusement parks.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Best Invest Resources in a Successful Start-up

Sep 13, 2021

You are the partner of an entrepreneur that started Gleam, a mobile app that provides car washing services at customers’ homes or places of work. The entrepreneur is unsure how to best use the additional funding.

Chapter Strategy

Maximizing Your Leadership Passport

Sep 8, 2021

Collegiate DECA’s Leadership Passport Program is your one-way ticket to Maximize your Momentum this year! The recipients of these awards will receive recognition during the International Career and Development Conference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Promoting a High School Swim Team to Local Youth

Sep 6, 2021

You are to assume the role of a marketing consultant hired by the South Creek High School Swim Team. The athletic director has hired you to develop methods to promote the swim team to young swimmers at the South Creek Community Pool this summer.

College Success

School is in Session: Keys to College Success

Sep 1, 2021

Attending college can be the most exciting time of your life, but it comes with a unique set of challenges. Check out these three tips to make your transition easier.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Accounting Software Applications at Gator Guides, LLC

Aug 30, 2021

You are to assume the role of an accounting software consultant hired by Gator Guides, LLC, a swamp tour company. The owner wants you to prepare a chart of accounts as the initial software implementation project and also make recommendations related to accounting software applications.

College Success

Maximize Your First Week: Tips for Preparing for a New Semester

Aug 25, 2021

In colleges and universities around the globe, students are gearing up for the start of a new semester. Take these tips to the classroom to maximize your first week!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Creating a New On-Boarding Process

Aug 23, 2021

You are to assume the role of human resources specialist at Corbin & Associates, a financial consulting firm. The director of human resources has asked you to explore a new concept during the employee onboarding process.

Partners

Building a Pipeline of Future Hospitality Workers

Aug 23, 2021

Over the past year, recipients of the Marriott Foundation curriculum grants created many unique opportunities for students during a year filled with virtual instruction.

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5 Study Tips for College Students

Feb 14, 2024

Finding effective studying strategies is key to helping you succeed in your classes and make the most of your college experience. Finding your perfect study space, effective notes, flashcards, study groups and practice tests are five things you can do to improve studying outcomes.

Spotlights

Creating A Sense of Community In Your Association

Feb 13, 2024

Arizona Collegiate DECA has focused on engagement and retention this academic year. We were able to increase our attendance at every association conference this year. Learn how we built our community in this article.

Chapter Strategy

Spread the Love with DECA Valentines

Feb 13, 2024

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

UW-Whitewater DECA Prepares for Competition with Canva Workshop and Challenge

Feb 12, 2024

UW-Whitewater DECA sharpened its competitive edge with a 2-week Canva workshop and competition. Members learned design skills to create impactful presentations, which is vital for DECA success.

DECA News

Announcing the Winners of the 2024 Unreal Campaign Challenge

Feb 12, 2024

DECA Inc., Amazon and the International Trademark Association (INTA) are excited to announce the 2024 Unreal Campaign Challenge winners.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Using Ticketing Kiosks to Gather Customer Information

Feb 12, 2024

Step into the role of a ticket sales representative at Wild Escape Amusement Park. Your supervisor has asked you how the park can gather customer information using ticketing kiosks.

Conferences

A Look Back at DECA's Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

Feb 6, 2024

DECA's 2024 Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference was one for the books! With over 1,100 members in attendance, this conference has set a precedent for a year full of experiencing DECA's difference in preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.

DECA News

Congratulations to DECA's 2024 Certified School-based Enterprises

Feb 6, 2024

Congratulations to the DECA School-based Enterprises that earned a 2023-2024 Chapter Certification!

Career Insights

Super Bowl: Beyond the Stadium

Feb 5, 2024

Regardless of whether you have a ticket to the game or not, the Super Bowl is so much more than 60 minutes of football and a half-time show. It is a whole week, allowing fans to experience incredible events in new, fun travel destinations.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Live Podcast Tour Tickets!

Feb 5, 2024

Step into the role of the promotional director for Roundtree, a podcast network that ranks third in podcast publishing. The president of Roundtree wants your team to create a promotional plan to sell-out the remaining Interesting podcast live tour tickets.

Career Insights

Insights and Advice from Collegiate DECA Alumni on Navigating the Business World

Feb 1, 2024

Check out DECA Alumni’s experiences, expertise and advice as former DECA members. Read about how DECA has shaped their careers and futures following college graduation.

Conferences

Collegiate DECA ICDC: Things to Do in Austin

Feb 1, 2024

With vibrant entertainment, art and culture, inspiring cuisine and stunning outdoor experiences, Austin lets you create your own soundtrack. So, look around and put the Live Music Capital of the World® on your playlist.