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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.

Chapter Strategy

3 Steps to Build a System for Success in 2025

Jan 1, 2025

Success is about action. Reflect on who you are, build habits that align with your ambitions and take bold actions to create opportunities. No matter how small, every step moves you closer to your goals.

Conferences

Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members

Dec 19, 2024

DECA has arranged special airfare considerations for those attending DECA conferences in 2025. Check out special deals and discounts.

Spotlights

How the Leadership Passport Program Prepares Members for Careers

Dec 18, 2024

The Individual Leadership Passport Program incorporates various skill-building activities to prepare you for the professional path you aspire to succeed in.

Spotlights

Professionalism: The Foundation of Workplace Success

Dec 18, 2024

Professionalism will always be crucial when interacting with others, not just within DECA but also in the workplace and future careers. Here is how professionalism can be the foundation of success for you.

Career Insights

Social Media Trends to Watch in 2025

Dec 17, 2024

As we enter 2025, now is the perfect opportunity to set goals for your chapter's social media account and predict what will happen across social media platforms.

DECA News

Add Collegiate DECA to Your Winter Break

Dec 16, 2024

Winter break offers the perfect opportunity to get some extra rest, unwind and reset for the second part of the year, but you don't have to take a break from DECA! Here’s a list of useful tips to keep you engaged and overcome any winter break boredom.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Ethics in Supply Chain Management

Dec 16, 2024

Step into the role of the chief operations officer at Style Fresh, a leader in the fashion industry. The CEO wants you to make a supply chain decision after analyzing risks involved with maintaining a relationship or finding a new supplier.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Collecting Guest Feedback for New Property Features

Dec 9, 2024

Step into the role of the director of development for Gallivant Inn, a hotel chain with over 1,000 locations in the United States. The vice president wants you to put together a plan to gather feedback from hotel guests.

Spotlights

Building a Professional Network Through DECA: The Path to Success

Dec 6, 2024

While navigating today’s competitive professional landscape, cultivating meaningful relationships and establishing a network of industry contacts is invaluable. DECA provides a powerful platform for building a professional network for students.

Spotlights

Steps to Success: 4 Strategies to Elevate Your DECA Competitive Event Presentations

Dec 6, 2024

As a Collegiate DECA member, competitive event presentations are a big deal. The following tips will help you learn how to level up your DECA presentations and prepare for presentations you could be doing in your career.

Spotlights

How Can I Grow My CDECA Chapter?

Dec 3, 2024

Recruitment is not only about spreading the word about your DECA chapter but also about consistency and approachability in your methods. Read on for a couple of ideas on how to do this!

DECA News

Announcing the Collegiate DECA 2024 Virtual Case Simulation Competition Winners

Dec 2, 2024

This year, over 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 performers!

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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.

Conferences

Learn from the Pros at DECA’s Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference

Jan 26, 2024

The crowd-pleasing speakers at DECA’s Sports and Entertainment Marketing Conference bring a rush of adrenaline to the sports and entertainment marketing fields. 

Chapter Strategy

One Diamond: January 2024

Jan 25, 2024

Check out what you missed on the January 2024 #OneDiamond Call, hosted by Collegiate DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Career Insights

7 Retail Industry Predictions for 2024

Jan 24, 2024

Artificial intelligence’s influence continues to grow, consumers demand sustainable actions and the customer experience remains more important than ever.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Adding Live-streaming as a Sales Channel

Jan 22, 2024

Step into the role of the owner of Ornamental, a small business that creates indoor and outdoor decorations. Your business partner wants you to add another sales channel and you must explain livestream shopping and how adding it would benefit the company.

Chapter Strategy

One DECA: January 2024

Jan 18, 2024

Check out what you missed on the January 2024 #OneDECA Call, hosted by DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Spotlights

That is SO Fetch with Georgia DECA

Jan 17, 2024

Throughout your life, there will always be Mean Girls. Use this interactive and engaging workshop by the Georgia DECA team to teach members how to deal with the Reginas, the Karens, and the ins and outs of conflict resolution, all while maintaining a positive personal brand.

Spotlights

Using Your DECA Chapter to Spread Awareness

Jan 17, 2024

Learn about new and interesting ways to involve your DECA chapter in creative and inspiring community awareness efforts through Cypress Bay's Community Awareness Project, Project HOPE!

Spotlights

Skillful Solutions

Jan 16, 2024

This video will teach the skills shown to be most needed when entering the workforce: Soft Skills. Find out what they are and why they matter and learn tips for the workplace, for school and for life.

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA at the Bell Challenge 2023-2024 Winners

Jan 16, 2024

BusinessU and DECA Inc. are thrilled to announce the top three teams of the DECA at the Bell Challenge for 2023-2024!

Chapter Strategy

The Importance of Advocating for CTE and DECA

Jan 16, 2024

Each February, students and advisors raise awareness of career and technical education (CTE) by celebrating Career and Technical Education Month®. Learn how to get involved and earn recognition through DECA’s Advocacy Campaign!

DECA News

Congratulations to the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge 2023-2024 Winners

Jan 16, 2024

Congratulations to the winning teams in the DECA Ethical Leadership Challenge for 2023-2024!