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Case Study of the Week: Determining Payback Period

Aug 21, 2023

Step into the role of the financial analyst for Red Shield Insurance Company. The vice president of finance has hired you to perform an analysis and determine the payback period for a potential investment.

Career Insights

Increase Sales and Cultivate Customers with a Successful Marketing Campaign

Aug 15, 2023

In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business landscape, a successful marketing campaign can boost brand awareness, generate leads, increase sales and cultivate a loyal customer base. However, achieving such success requires careful planning, strategic thinking and a deep understanding of your target audience.

Conferences

Watch the #DECAICDC 2024 Promo Video

Aug 14, 2023

Experience the difference at the biggest DECA event of the year – DECA's International Career Development Conference hosted in Anaheim, California, on April 27-30, 2024.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: How to Bring Tourists to Cats?

Aug 14, 2023

Step into the role of director of marketing for Prairie Town Cat Sanctuary. The executive director wants you to determine how to integrate better customer service practices to increase the number of daily visitors.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2023-2024 Membership Video

Aug 8, 2023

Get ready to Experience DECA! Check out DECA's 2023-2024 membership video to help your chapter show why the DECA experience is one of a kind during recruitment.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Digital Deals to Gain New Customers

Aug 7, 2023

Step into the role of director of client relations for Digideals. The president wants you to choose one or two business types and then create a marketing plan that will be presented to the businesses to persuade them to partner with Digideals.

Leadership

DECA Talks: Success Is Impossible Without Failure

Aug 1, 2023

Success and fulfillment are not straight lines. Success is impossible without failure. Isaac will show you that regardless of where you are in this organization and no matter how you define success, DECA can start you on your life’s ultimate power trip.

DECA News

A Glance Into Your 2023-2024 DECA Experience

Aug 1, 2023

As we get ready to head back to school, keep in mind these DECA dates so you can have benchmarks to look forward to and begin to plan your path toward DECA ICDC 2024!

Chapter Strategy

Starting The Year Off RIGHT: SBE Edition

Aug 1, 2023

The start of each new school year means new classes, new friends and even a new competitive event! However, it is back to business with your school-based enterprise, so here are five ways to ensure a successful year on the RIGHT track.

Chapter Strategy

Kickstarting Success: Planning Your First Chapter Meeting

Aug 1, 2023

Kickstart your DECA journey with an engaging and impactful chapter meeting as the new school year begins. Discover how a well-structured and engaging meeting sets the tone for a successful year of growth, learning and collaboration.

Chapter Strategy

2023-2024 SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines Available Now

Aug 1, 2023

The SBE chapter certification guidelines and competition guidelines for the 2023-2024 school year are now available.

Chapter Strategy

Level Up Your Content Creation Experience with Content Calendars

Jul 31, 2023

Creating and using a content calendar will prepare your chapter for success and leave you feeling less stressed during the school year. In this article, learn what a content calendar is and dive into the five steps on how to use it for a better content-creation experience this year!

Career Insights

Top 10 Marketing Trends to Watch for in 2021

Jan 12, 2021

Looking for the latest trends and buzzwords to incorporate into your next role-play? DECA’s Competitive Events Specialist shares a look at what to expect in the new year.

Spotlights

The Circle of DECA

Jan 9, 2021

As high school DECA members from different states, these alumni members never imagined they would come full circle to work for the same company, AT&T, and pass the baton by mentoring current high school DECA members.

Career Insights

Behind the Scenes at the MDA Telethon

Jan 7, 2021

MDA is giving DECA members an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the MDA Telethon from a marketing and communications lens and shares how the show was collaboratively created.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2020-2021 Stock Market Game Session 1 Top Competitors

Jan 4, 2021

DECA congratulates the following top-ranking teams who participated in the first session of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game.

DECA News

Top 5 Collegiate DECA Moments of 2020

Dec 28, 2020

Even in the face of adversity, our members continue to thrive! Here's a look back at the five greatest (virtual) moments from 2020.

Spotlights

Minnesota State University-Moorhead DECA Hosts a Mock Competition

Dec 15, 2020

Trying to figure out how to run a successful mock competition? See how Minnesota State University-Moorhead DECA members made it possible.

Chapter Strategy

Spread the Love This Holiday Season

Dec 4, 2020

Are you looking to get involved with your community and make an impact this holiday season? Here are five ways to spread some holiday cheer!

Spotlights

NDSCS Members Virtually Attend the Main Street Summit

Dec 4, 2020

The North Dakota State College of Science DECA chapter attended the virtual Main Street North Dakota Summit, with Governor Doug Burgum being one of the speakers. Here are the key takeaways from his message.

Compete

A Quick Guide to Collegiate DECA Competitive Events

Dec 4, 2020

So, you've decided to compete in Collegiate DECA. Now what? What competitive events exist? How do you choose? We'll tackle these questions so that you can become a #NextLevel competitor!

College Success

3 Tips for Surviving Your Virtual Final Exams

Dec 3, 2020

It is hard to believe that the first semester is already coming to a close, but alas, the time has come. In a world of virtual classes, most exams also look different this year, but having effective study habits is just as important as ever. Here are three tips to be successful on your virtual final exams.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2020 Virtual Case Simulation Competition Winners

Dec 1, 2020

Nearly 100 Collegiate DECA members participated in the Collegiate DECA Virtual Case Simulation competition, sponsored by long-time DECA partner, Knowledge Matters. Congratulations to the top three winners!

Spotlights

Helping the Community in a Time of Need

Nov 16, 2020

Even with everything thrown our way in 2020, DECA's emerging leaders still find ways to support our communities!

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Compete

3 Tips to Conquer Competitive Event Exam Anxiety

Feb 2, 2022

Do you get nervous before taking an exam? With these three easy methods, you will be able to overcome your test anxiety and stroll into your classroom or competitive event feeling confident that you will ace that test!

DECA News

DECA's 2022 Certified School-based Enterprises

Feb 1, 2022

Congratulations to the DECA School-based Enterprises (SBEs) that earned a 2021-2022 Chapter Certification!

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2021-2022 Winners

Feb 1, 2022

Congratulations to the winning teams in the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge for 2021-2022!

Chapter Strategy

Maximize Your Advocacy Visits During CTE Month®

Feb 1, 2022

Career and Technical Education Month® has arrived! Here are some quick tips to help you get started advocating for DECA and CTE.

DECA News

Positioning for the Future: DECA's 2020-2021 Impact

Feb 1, 2022

As nearly everyone has proclaimed, 2020-2021 was a year unlike any other. While it significantly changed the member experience, it was also a period of significant innovation that would position our organization even better for the future.

DECA News

Congratulations to the Intuit Social Innovation Challenge Winners

Feb 1, 2022

This year, Intuit challenged students to “Lead with a Cause” by designing an innovative solution to make entrepreneurship and business ownership accessible for all. DECA Inc. is excited to announce the top teams in the 2021-2022 Intuit Social Innovation Challenge!

College Success

Getting Involved in High School and Beyond

Feb 1, 2022

You do so much through DECA and other activities, but how can you turn your accomplishments and involvements into college acceptance? Learn how to become a stand-out candidate when applying to college and future career positions.

Chapter Strategy

Valentines Day... But Make it DECA Style

Jan 31, 2022

The season of love has arrived! February is the month to cherish your loved ones and let them know how much you appreciate them. Here are three ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your DECA chapter!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: To Tell or Not To Tell

Jan 31, 2022

You are the director of human resources and director of customer relations for Soundwave Company Bakery, a regional chain of coffee shops with twenty-five locations. Soundwave Company Bakery provides the communities it serves with coffees, teas, muffins, scones, croissants and other beverages and freshly baked treats.

Conferences

Announcing the Speaker Lineup for DECA's Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

Jan 31, 2022

From a sell-out crowd of loyal fans waiting for the opening kickoff to a high-profile entertainer eager to take the stage for an encore presentation, sports and entertainment marketing provides a rush for those interested in these career areas.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Insurance Needs for Young Adults

Jan 24, 2022

You are to assume the role of a senior college student. You are meeting with a risk management advisor at an insurance organization to learn about the need for insurance, the benefits of having insurance and the consequences of not having insurance.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Giving Back on a Budget

Jan 17, 2022

You are to assume the role of the owner of Bellyful, a restaurant located in a city of 300,000 people. Your business partner has asked you to determine how the business can best give back to its community with limited financial resources.