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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.

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.

Chapter Strategy

8 Tips to Maximize Social Media Outreach

Feb 1, 2024

The strategies of networking are constantly expanding! Social media and digital interactions are a key part of a growing presence in any organization. Maximize your social media outreach by implementing these 8 strategies.

Career Insights

How Streaming Platforms Score Big in Super Bowl Monetization

Feb 1, 2024

With the new age of unlimited streaming services, the Super Bowl from your couch is like never before. Keep reading to look at the innovative ways streaming platforms capitalize on the biggest game of the year.

Career Insights

Ace Your Interview

Feb 1, 2024

Are you thinking about getting a summer internship or job? Follow these tips to ace your interview and kickstart your career!

Chapter Strategy

Action Is Passion: Advocating for the Vital Role of CTSOs and CTE

Feb 1, 2024

CTE Month is the perfect opportunity for DECA’s members to show their passion and take real action. This article delves into the significance of championing these programs and explores actionable ideas to advocate, embracing the mantra that "action is passion."

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Generational Inclusion in the Workplace

Jan 29, 2024

Step into the role of the director of human resources at the regional headquarters of First Trust Bank. The vice president wants your input on improving organizational culture and development with a team that includes four generations.

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.

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.

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Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 42nd Semi-Annual Survey of 10,000+ U.S. Teens

Oct 26, 2021

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 42nd semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences from more than 10,000 teens across the U.S. with an average age of 15.8 years.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Keeping the Fixings Bar at Burger Country Fresh

Oct 25, 2021

You are to assume the role of the operations manager at Burger Country, a fast food restaurant with five locations that specializes in hamburgers. The owner of the company has asked you to explain operational considerations in a new portion of each restaurant called the “fixings bar.”

College Success

4 Factors for College Matchmaking

Oct 20, 2021

Many DECA members will soon begin starting the college application process. While there are many factors that should influence your decision, here are four key factors you should consider when choosing which college(s) to apply to.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Remarketing a Classic Shoe Store

Oct 18, 2021

You are to assume the role of a marketing communications consultant hired by Cost Less Shoes, a national chain of discount footwear for men, women, and children. The CEO of the company has hired you to develop a marketing communications plan that will remarket the brand.

Compete

Earning DECA Glass: Online Events

Oct 18, 2021

Previous ICDC competitive events winners share their thoughts and insights on DECA's online events. Discover tips and tricks to help you prepare for your quest for DECA glass in the Stock Market Game and Virtual Business Challenge.

Compete

5 Ways to Improve Your Prepared Event

Oct 17, 2021

Written events can be difficult to master. What does a winning project look like? What kind of before-hand preparation is required?

Career Insights

Improving the Employee Experience

Oct 15, 2021

This year's Business Operations Research topic focuses on ways to improve the employee experience. We visited with Intuit, Men's Wearhouse and Marriott International to learn how they are charting a course for the future of their workplace culture based on their experiences from the past year.

Leadership

Rules to Live By: The Nature of Ethics

Oct 14, 2021

When you think of ethics, what comes to mind? Doing what people say you should do? Obeying the law? While these can both be part of ethical behavior, it takes a lot more than just listening to authority figures or doing what’s legal to be an ethical person.

Chapter Strategy

Using Pop-up Events to Increase SBE Sales

Oct 11, 2021

Pop-up events are becoming more popular, and there are plenty of reasons why you should consider having your School-based Enterprise (SBE) pop up in your community.

Leadership

3 Ways to Handle Burnout

Oct 11, 2021

Have you ever experienced a case of burnout? If so, it can be a challenging experience. During the school year, we take on many responsibilities and may find it hard to balance work, academics and life with so much on our plate. It is important to find a way to take a break and rest–both physically and mentally–to avoid burnout.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Investing Money at a Bank

Oct 11, 2021

You are to assume the roles of the investment manager and investment specialist at Cross Town Bank. You will be meeting with a customer to discuss options for investing in order to earn a return.

Chapter Strategy

3 Ways to Celebrate a DECA Halloween

Oct 7, 2021

Halloween is right around the corner, and what better way to spend the Halloween season than doing it DECA style! Here are three ways you can celebrate Halloween the DECA way.