College Board recently hosted a webinar for DECA advisors focused on the new AP Business with Personal Finance course. The conversation centered on how this new course aligns with DECA’s mission and supports student development both in and out of the classroom.
This webinar also features a few DECA advisors who are currently piloting project-based learning resources for the course, who shared their experience, insights and takeaways.
Haven’t watched the webinar yet? Here is a look at some of the content you can expect to find:
🎓 Bridging Classroom Learning with Real-World Business Skills
A major focus of the discussion was how the AP Business with Personal Finance course engages students through real-world business and marketing cases, making the curriculum tangible and relevant.
By blending personal finance fundamentals with key business principles, the course gives students practical experience they can apply directly to DECA competitive events and future careers.
📘 Skills That Support DECA & Academic Goals
Advisors shared that the course builds foundational skills that translate across multiple DECA event categories, including finance, entrepreneurship and marketing. The emphasis on project-based learning helps students deepen understanding while enhancing competencies that matter in both classroom assessments and competitive scenarios.
🧠 A Seamless Fit with DECA-Aligned Instruction
Another highlight was how naturally the course can be integrated with existing DECA-aligned curricula and instructional strategies. Educators heard firsthand how the approach complements DECA’s comprehensive learning model, connecting academic content with career and leadership development.
💡 Resources for Implementation
The webinar also pointed advisors toward supplemental resources, such as the course information page, the AP Business with Personal Finance Course Framework, and a Course Interest Form you can submit to connect directly with the College Board team for support with implementation planning and classroom integration.
With the new AP Business with Personal Finance course launching nationwide for the 2026-27 school year, DECA advisors are positioned to leverage this standards-aligned curriculum to boost student engagement, career readiness and academic achievement, all while reinforcing the skills that make DECA experiences meaningful and impactful.
If you have not yet watched this informative webinar, you can view it now in the Advisor Resource Center. If you are interested in bringing AP Business with Personal Finance to your school, please complete this interest form.
