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Congratulations to the DECA Stock Market Game 2025 ICDC Qualifiers

Jan 21, 2025

DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the 2025 ICDC qualifiers in the DECA Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.

Chapter Strategy

CTE Resources to Become a #CTEChampion

Jan 20, 2025

As DECA members, we’ve experienced the impact that Career and Technical Education has on students. Advocacy is crucial to ensure continued support and growth for CTE programs, and engaging with your policymakers is one of the most effective ways to make a difference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Sustainability vs Fast Fashion

Jan 20, 2025

Step into the role of the merchandise manager for Superior Looks, a clothing store chain for tweens and teens. The director of merchandising is considering a partnership with a popular fast fashion company and wants your opinion.

Spotlights

Bridging Generations: My Journey with DECA as a Collegiate Member and Parent

Jan 17, 2025

Through DECA, I've gained valuable business skills as an adult student and deepened my connection with my son as we navigate our educational journeys together.

Spotlights

DECA Alumni Spotlight: Gautam Ajjarapu

Jan 17, 2025

DECA alumni are more than just former members—they are changemakers, innovators and leaders in their careers. In this article meet Gautam Ajjarapu, an alumni recently featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2025 for his work helping financial institutions worldwide.

DECA News

Congratulations to the IE University Policy Dilemma Simulation Challenge 2024-2025 Winners

Jan 16, 2025

IE University and DECA are thrilled to announce the winners of the Policy Dilemma Simulation Challenge!

College Success

Where to Attend? How to Make Your College Decision

Jan 15, 2025

Making the right decision on where to attend college is important. You will consider the right “fit” for your academic, career and social goals. All while keeping motivated during your senior year of high school.

Compete

Helping Your DECA Members Avoid Penalty Points: A Guide for Advisors

Jan 14, 2025

As DECA advisors, one of our crucial roles is helping student members navigate the technical requirements of written events. Use this article to guide your student members in avoiding common penalty point deductions.

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2024-2025 Winners

Jan 14, 2025

Congratulations to the winning teams in the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge for 2024-2025!

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA at the Bell Challenge 2024-2025 Winners

Jan 13, 2025

BusinessU and DECA Inc. are thrilled to announce the top three teams of the DECA at the Bell Challenge for 2024-2025!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Can Existing Customers Find New Customers?

Jan 13, 2025

Step into the role of the owner of Good Pet, an online company that sells premium pet treats. Your business partner wants you to develop a marketing plan that will help the company gain new customers.

Spotlights

The Power of Marketing and Branding at Reedy High School

Jan 10, 2025

Rayyan Khan, a Marketing officer from Reedy DECA, the Texas DECA Chapter of the Year, emphasizes the importance of marketing and branding in building trust, fostering engagement and successfully managing a thriving chapter.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Should Hospitality Services Be Open To The Public?

Mar 21, 2021

You are to assume the role of general manager at The Lodge at Creek City. The owner of the property wants to offer pool memberships to community members and wants you to determine the terms of the memberships that will not negatively affect guests. 

Conferences

The Profit’s Marcus Lemonis to Keynote #DECAICDC

Mar 17, 2021

DECA is pleased to announce Marcus Lemonis will deliver the keynote in an interview format during the 2021 DECA Virtual International Career Development Conference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Deliver Rootville Wants Food Time to Go Local

Mar 15, 2021

You are to assume the role of the owner of Deliver Rootville, a small business that provides delivery services to the community of Rootville. You will be meeting with the owner of an independent grocery store to propose an exclusive business relationship.

College Success

Is It Time to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone?

Mar 9, 2021

Choosing which school to attend can be a complex decision, full of tough choices. Will you stay close to home, or study abroad? Stick with your friends, or forge your own path?

College Success

Broaden Your Perspectives Abroad

Mar 9, 2021

Do you find yourself daydreaming in class about taking a long vacation? Study abroad is a unique opportunity offered to hundreds of thousands of university students annually, allowing them to travel to another country while still earning credits towards their degree.

DECA News

Welcome to the Reimagined DECA Direct Online

Mar 9, 2021

The new DECA Direct Online is everything you want and everything you need – all in one place!

Chapter Strategy

Celebrate the Good Times

Mar 9, 2021

Being a leader, it is natural to constantly be on-the-go finding new ways to innovate and new goals to accomplish. However, it is still important to recognize and reward yourself and those around you. It’s important to celebrate!

College Success

The College Application Portfolio: Brand "Me"

Mar 9, 2021

It's your senior year and you’ve sorted through dozens of emails, mounds of catalogs and texts. You’ve identified one college or university as the launching pad for your career in marketing communications, but how will you land a coveted position in their next freshman class?

Career Insights

Summer of Success

Mar 9, 2021

Summer jobs and internships are the perfect way to build your professional experience and put your networking skills to use. Check out our top tips to help you make the most of your summer gig and deliver a next level performance from day one!

Career Insights

Tips from the Pros: Career Advice from Former DECA Executive Officers

Mar 9, 2021

We caught up with some of DECA's former Executive Officers and asked them to share their top piece of advice for DECA members to succeed in their future careers. Here’s what they had to say.

College Success

Does It Matter?

Mar 9, 2021

Whether you are in high school, undergraduate studies or graduate school, it’s important to put your best foot forward and focus on your academic career.

Career Insights

7 Ways to Stand Out During an Internship

Mar 9, 2021

How do you ensure that you make your mark and become an intern that shines, even in a virtual world?

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DECA News

Army ROTC Awards DECA Members with Scholarships

Apr 29, 2025

Congratulations to the DECA members who received recognition on stage at DECA ICDC for being the scholarship recipients from the Army ROTC.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40+ Years of Service

Apr 29, 2025

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.

DECA News

Introducing the 2025-2026 DECA Executive Officer Team

Apr 29, 2025

Congratulations to the newly-elected 2025-2026 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.

DECA News

2024-2025 IMPACT Program Winners Announced

Apr 29, 2025

The 2024-2025 IMPACT Program awards were presented during the Business and Election session at the International Career Development Conference in Orlando.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2025 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

Apr 29, 2025

Congratulations to the 2025 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!

DECA News

DECA Honors Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations in 2024-2025

Apr 28, 2025

DECA is proud to announce the chapters, associations and individuals who have earned high honors for serving an exceptional number of members, advisors, alumni and business partners.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2025 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists

Apr 28, 2025

Congratulations to the competitive event finalists from DECA's 2025 International Career Development Conference in Orlando, FL!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Raise Awareness for a New Brand

Apr 28, 2025

Step into the role of the director of marketing communications for Folklore, a women’s clothing and accessories retailer. The senior VP wants you to develop a marketing campaign to raise awareness of a new addition to its portfolio, Artifact.

Partners

Announcing the 2024-2025 Top MDA Fundraising DECA Chapters and Associations

Apr 26, 2025

DECA and the Muscular Dystrophy Association are excited to announce this year’s top fundraising DECA chapters and associations. Thank you for your incredible community service efforts.

DECA News

DECA Celebrates the Top 10 Chapters in the World for 2024-2025

Apr 26, 2025

DECA is excited to congratulate the top 10 membership chapters in the world for the 2024-2025 academic year! Thank you to all the chapters for being the one to make a difference in membership recruitment.

Partners

DECA Celebrates National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support

Apr 26, 2025

Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.

Conferences

Watch the DECA ICDC 2025 Grand Opening Session

Apr 26, 2025

Watch the 2025 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session on-demand.