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Career Insights

Interview with a CEO

Jan 16, 2023

In this interview, Lead4Change sat down with Tim Schurrer, CEO of David Novak Leadership Inc., to learn more about his career journey, "secret sauce" and future goals.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Mitigating Fraud

Jan 16, 2023

Step into the role of fraud manager for Edson National Bank (ENB). The director of the fraud department wants you to develop a training plan for new employees regarding credit card fraud.

Leadership

Crush Your Goals

Jan 13, 2023

People like to rattle off the phrase "follow your dreams", but don’t typically tell us how to do so. Here are three tips for setting goals and keeping up with them, to help you make your dreams come true!

DECA News

So, You’re Thinking of Running for Executive Office

Jan 11, 2023

Have you thought about running for Executive Office? In this role, you can network, collaborate and lead with members of DECA from around the world! Running for a position on the Executive Officer Team is not an easy task, but it is more than rewarding.

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA Stock Market Game 2023 ICDC Qualifiers

Jan 9, 2023

DECA Inc. is pleased to announce the 2023 ICDC qualifiers in the DECA Stock Market Game, administered by the SIFMA Foundation.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Turning an Exercise Brand into a Lifestyle Brand

Jan 9, 2023

Step into the role of director of brand management for Exertion, a company that produces luxury stationary bicycles and treadmills that allows users to stream classes for the company’s fitness studio via monthly subscription. The director of marketing wants the company to broaden into a lifestyle brand.

Chapter Strategy

One DECA: January 2023

Jan 3, 2023

Check out what you missed on the January 2023 #OneDECA Call, hosted by DECA's Executive Officer Team.

DECA News

New Year, New Website! Introducing the New DECA.org

Jan 2, 2023

An all-new deca.org is here! Believe it or not, the most recent deca.org was unveiled in 2014, and while it welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors each year, our new site has many enhanced features. 

College Success

Managing Your Time as a Busy Student

Jan 2, 2023

Balancing your time as a high school or college student can be really challenging. A Cornell University Dyson student tells you how she manages her time and shares her organizational and time management tips.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Which Additional Sales Channel is Best?

Jan 2, 2023

Step into the role of the owner of Victor May, a business that creates made-to-order handbags, tote bags, clutches and purses. Your business partner wants the business to add an additional sales channel and has provided you with two possibilities.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Creating Incentives for Use of Reusable Cups

Dec 26, 2022

Step into the role of the promotional director for Morning Brew, the largest coffee shop chain in the nation. The director of corporate responsibility wants you to design a promotion that will increase the use of reusable cups from 2% to 5% in the next year.

Spotlights

UW-Green Bay Hosted a Regional Conference

Dec 21, 2022

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Collegiate DECA Chapter hosted its first-ever regional conference this November. It was a huge success with over 70 attendees, four guest speakers and five schools.

Career Insights

DECA Direct Magazine: Tech Trends

Nov 20, 2017

This issue features articles from colleges and companies exploring the topic of virtual reality technology and how it's changing the way business is done, jobs are created and consumers are shopping.

Compete

5 Ways to Spice Up Your Competition Prep Routine

Oct 26, 2017

The quest for DECA glass is long and daunting, and sometimes it can get pretty tedious. Here are some ideas to help spice up your normal study routine.

Leadership

DECA Direct Magazine: Limitless

Sep 3, 2017

This issue features an the #Limitless Year Quiz that you can take to find a perfectly tailored list of DECA conferences, programs, challenges and activities you can participate in this year that relate to your own career interest.

DECA News

Collegiate DECA's 2016-2017 Recognition Award Winners

Apr 5, 2017

Congratulations to these Collegiate DECA members for owning their futures this year!

DECA News

Collegiate DECA 2016-2017 Leadership Passport Program Recipients

Apr 5, 2017

Congratulations to these chapters and members for all their hard work! Way to #OwnYourFuture!

DECA News

Collegiate DECA Scholarship Recipients 2016-2017

Mar 20, 2017

Collegiate DECA scholarship recipients present at the 2017 #CDECAICDC in will be recognized on stage.

Compete

3 Quick Tips to Nail Your DECA Role-Play

Feb 9, 2017

With some competitions in full swing and many coming up in a month or less, many competitors are practicing and preparing for their role-play. Here are some pointers to brush up on that will help you nail your time in front of a judge.

Compete

Collegiate DECA Competition Tips from the Pros

Jan 18, 2017

Everybody is getting excited for their local competitions and the International Career Development Conference in April. It’s also the time that people start asking what they need to do to be successful in the upcoming competitions, so I’ve gathered some tips from the pros.

Compete

First Time Competitors Survival Guide

Jan 5, 2017

Go and grab your DECA blazer and your nicest tie, because the competition season is upon us! Here’s a three-step guide to get you through your first competitive conference.

Compete

3 Tips to Consider for Your Written Event Project

Jan 3, 2017

Although written events are long and hard to prepare for, the hard work definitely pays off in the end! Here are some tips to ace your written event in anticipation of #DECAICDC.

Compete

6 Easy Ways to Engage Your Audience for a Better Presentation

Oct 21, 2016

If you’ve ever been nervous in front of an audience, you’ll know how much of a difference it makes when you can get the crowd engaged right from the start.

Chapter Strategy

10 Ways to Put the Unity in Your CommUNITY Service Campaign

Sep 30, 2016

Community service is an amazing experience that allows us to leave our mark on the world, but getting other high school students involved can sometimes be difficult. Here's how to make it happen!

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Chapter Strategy

Let’s Talk About the Updated Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport Program

Aug 30, 2024

This year’s Collegiate DECA Leadership Passport has been updated with new tasks, including removing passport levels and more. Get a look at what the new passports have to offer our members for the 2024-2025 membership year.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Privacy Policy Ultra-Exclusive or Zero Attention

Aug 26, 2024

Step into the role of the general manager of Reserved, a new independent hotel property in a metropolitan area. The owner wants you to explain how implementing a privacy policy could help or hinder the property’s marketing and customer appeal.

Compete

Compete in Session One of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game

Aug 20, 2024

Collegiate DECA members are invited to participate in the first round of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game (SMG) which kicks off on September 9, 2024.

Compete

Compete in the DECA Stock Market Game

Aug 20, 2024

DECA members are invited to participate in the DECA Stock Market Game (SMG) which kicks off on September 9, 2024.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Promoting a Private Label Skincare Line

Aug 19, 2024

Step into the role of the marketing communications manager for Dollar House, a discount variety store chain with over 5,000 locations. The director of marketing wants you to create a digital marketing campaign announcing the company’s private label skin care line.

Chapter Strategy

Be The One with Back-to-School Resources for Your Chapter

Aug 16, 2024

Your all-in-one kit to start the school year; watch for your back-to-school box to reach your chapter within the next few weeks.

Spotlights

DECA Is For All

Aug 13, 2024

If you fall into a non-business category, where your goal is to pursue a major in STEM or the arts or anything else, don’t be too quick to write DECA off as something that’s not for you.

Spotlights

Leveraging Social Media Trends in Marketing: The Case of Kamala Harris' "Brat" Summer and Charli XCX

Aug 13, 2024

Social media trends show how marketers can harness viral content to create culturally resonant campaigns that blur the lines between politics, pop culture and business, driving deeper engagement and brand relevance.

Spotlights

The New Wave of Marketing in Real Estate

Aug 13, 2024

The real estate industry is transforming significantly as technology reshapes how properties are marketed and sold. One of the most groundbreaking changes is the rise of virtual reality (VR) tours.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2024-2025 Membership Video

Aug 13, 2024

Check out DECA's 2024-2025 membership video to help your chapter show students why joining DECA empowers members to Be The One who makes a difference.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Fighting a Dupe

Aug 12, 2024

Step into the role of the owner of Heart Rate, an affordable brand of athletic wear. Your business partner wants you to determine whether or not to offer a new product as a “dupe” of a more expensive luxury brand.

Spotlights

Choosing Your Competitive Event

Aug 9, 2024

Choosing the right DECA event is key to your success. Evaluate your skills, seek advice and try practice scenarios to find the perfect match for an exciting and rewarding DECA experience!