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Celebrate DECA SBE Week 2023
This year's #DECASBEWeek takes place from October 2-6. Show off your school-based enterprise by sharing photos or videos that correspond to each daily theme.

Case Study of the Week: Risks vs Benefits of Drive-thrus
Step into the role of the director of operations for Shake-A-Palooza, a chain of quick service restaurants. The president of Shake-A-Palooza wants to understand how adding drive-thrus to the 20 new locations could benefit the location, sales and the customers.

Scholarship Applications 101
As you begin your scholarship profile and applications, it’s important to remember application requirements, important information and tips for submissions. Scholarships are due January 12, 2024!

Top 5 Tips for Prepared Events
DECA's prepared events require a written project and a prepared presentation, and some require participants to take a career cluster exam. As you begin working on your prepared event for the year, check out these five tips to help you throughout the process!

2023-2024 District-Level Competitive Event Instructional Areas Announced
Get ready for competition season! Each year DECA provides the primary instructional area(s) assessed in each of the district-level scenarios to help advisors and members prepare for district competitions more effectively.

Power Trip: Dance the Night Away During DECA After Dark with The Nightowls
No trip to Texas would be complete without line dancing, and no trip to Austin, the Live Music Capital of the World®, would be complete without… live music! Learn the distinctive Country-Western Dance and celebrate like a maniac with The Nightowls at DECA After Dark.

Get Recognized with a DECA Inc. Scholarship
Each year, DECA awards over $200,000 in scholarships to deserving high school and college members. Follow these steps to get started on your application.

Case Study of the Week: Successful Channels for Size Inclusion
Step into the role of the merchandising manager for Hot Shot, an apparel chain that targets Gen Z and young Millennial females. The vice president wants you to choose a distribution plan for a new product line.

The Women's World Cup: How Growth Stems from Consistency
This article highlights the history and growth of both the Women’s World Cup tournament and the High School Division of DECA to show how growth stems from consistency.

Case Study of the Week: Should C-Suite Be on Social Media?
Step into the role of the director of human resources at the Organization of Travel Agents, an organization that educates, promotes and lobbies for travel agents across the nation. The executive director wants you to analyze whether the executive director should have a professional presence on social media.

Free Classroom Materials for DECA Advisors
At Fidelity, we’re committed to helping educators teach high school students about money. Whether you’re a veteran teacher or new to the profession, we invite you to read this article for free resources to use in your classrooms.

Develop a Marketing Campaign for a Full Estate Sale with NAA
Develop a marketing campaign for a full estate sale that will utilize the live auction method and include both real estate and personal property with the National Auction Association.

NRF Opportunities for Collegiate DECA Members
Prepare for your retail career with the National Retail Federation Foundation with these virtual events and scholarship opportunities.

Get Engaged
This November, Collegiate DECA members will gather in Kansas City to attend this year’s Engage Conference. Learn more about your chosen career interests, skills and experiences throughout this empowering 3-day Career and Leadership Development conference.

Case Study of the Week: Risks vs Benefits of Drive-thrus
Step into the role of the director of operations for Shake-A-Palooza, a chain of quick service restaurants. The president of Shake-A-Palooza wants to understand how adding drive-thrus to the 20 new locations could benefit the location, sales and the customers.

Scholarship Applications 101
As you begin your scholarship profile and applications, it’s important to remember application requirements, important information and tips for submissions. Scholarships are due January 12, 2024!

Top 5 Tips for Prepared Events
DECA's prepared events require a written project and a prepared presentation, and some require participants to take a career cluster exam. As you begin working on your prepared event for the year, check out these five tips to help you throughout the process!

Get Recognized with a DECA Inc. Scholarship
Each year, DECA awards over $200,000 in scholarships to deserving high school and college members. Follow these steps to get started on your application.

Case Study of the Week: Successful Channels for Size Inclusion
Step into the role of the merchandising manager for Hot Shot, an apparel chain that targets Gen Z and young Millennial females. The vice president wants you to choose a distribution plan for a new product line.

Case Study of the Week: Should C-Suite Be on Social Media?
Step into the role of the director of human resources at the Organization of Travel Agents, an organization that educates, promotes and lobbies for travel agents across the nation. The executive director wants you to analyze whether the executive director should have a professional presence on social media.

Free Classroom Materials for DECA Advisors
At Fidelity, we’re committed to helping educators teach high school students about money. Whether you’re a veteran teacher or new to the profession, we invite you to read this article for free resources to use in your classrooms.

Shop DECA Back to School Must-haves
Finishing up your back-to-school shopping? Add these ten essential additions to your Shop DECA back-to-school list!

Elevate Your Future: The DECA Chapter Meeting Experience
In this article, explore how chapter meetings are your gateway to personal and professional growth. From learning how to network like a pro to sharpening your problem-solving skills, chapter meetings are where the magic happens.

The Three R’s: Remember, Reward, Recognize
Read about DECA’s twist on the three R’s, with the five ways to recognize members, further incentivize involvement within the organization and get them excited for this year’s activities!