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2018-2019 Chapter Campaign Winners Announced

Jan 9, 2019

Congratulations again to all of our chapters who participated in chapter campaigns this year and have taken advantage of how DECA makes you #ReadyForIt. Announcing the winners of the 2018-2019 Chapter Campaigns.

DECA News

DECA's 2017-2018 #Limitless Chapter Campaign Winners

Jan 9, 2019

Congrats to the #Limitless chapters that participated in this year’s chapter campaigns!

DECA News

DECA Idea Challenge 2018 Winning Teams

Jan 4, 2019

A premier event of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), the DECA Idea Challenge dared elementary through university students to generate a new use for paper clips in merely a week! In addition to reinventing the item, teams were to create a video pitch of their new product.

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Tips for Your DECA Project Management Event Presentation

Jan 1, 2019

DECA’s Project Management Events provide opportunities to engage chapter members in projects that have a lasting impact on the school and community.

Leadership

Hey Google, What Makes a Great Team?

Jan 1, 2019

In 2012, Google embarked on an initiative — code-named Project Aristotle — to study hundreds of Google’s teams and figure out why some stumbled while others soared. They gathered some of the company’s best statisticians, organizational psychologists, sociologists, engineers and researchers.

Leadership

4 Steps to Resolve Any Team Conflict

Jan 1, 2019

Let's be real. There will be a point in your life when you must work in a team. Whether it’s a school group project, an association officer team, or a department assignment at a future job, it is imperative that you are equipped with the knowledge on how to deal with team conflict.

Leadership

5 Tips to Master the Art of Delegation

Jan 1, 2019

Nobody likes to work on a mismanaged project, and you should not want to lead one. By implementing the following five pieces of advice, you will be equipped to lead larger, more complex projects, which will produce higher quality outcomes.

DECA News

2018-2019 DECA Virtual Business Challenge Round 1 ICDC Qualifiers

Dec 20, 2018

Congratulations to all Virtual Business Challenge participants! Looking to earn a spot at ICDC? It is not too late! The second qualifying round begins January 8, 2019. Learn more.

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3 Written Event Competition Tips to Consider

Dec 19, 2018

As the competition season heats up, take the opportunity to review the written event that you’ve worked so hard on. Make sure it’s the absolute best it can be before it reaches the judge and it’s your turn to deliver a knockout presentation!

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Your DECA Role-Play Roadmap

Nov 9, 2018

Here’s a role-play template you can use as a guide, plus some extra tips and tricks you can use to impress your judge.

Career Insights

Battle of Brands

Nov 1, 2018

Trends come and go, but some brands are strong enough to stand the test of time. We surveyed 300 DECA members across the globe, asking them to name their favorite brands. From snack foods to streaming services, clothing to technology – Battle of the Brands aimed to find out where your allegiances lie. 

Case Study of the Week

Appropriate Workplace Communications Channels

Sep 14, 2026

Assume the role of the human resources generalist at the corporate office of BIG SCREEN CINEMAS, a chain of movie theaters. The director of human resources wants you to provide information about appropriate workplace communication channels to the staff.

Chapter Strategy

Navigating the Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide

Sep 11, 2026

From starting your chapter to preparing for your next officer team, the Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide is a resource to help support your chapter throughout the whole year.

Chapter Strategy

How to Use the Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide to Become the Next Big Thing

Sep 11, 2026

The Collegiate DECA Chapter Leadership Guide is filled with many ideas to help chapters recruit members, develop leaders, plan events, and create meaningful experiences.

Career Insights

Exploring Hospitality Internship Programs

Sep 10, 2026

As we all know, internships are among the best ways to gain real-world experience. They also give you access to explore career paths before walking across the graduation stage.

Case Study of the Week

Sooooo Many Payment Methods!

Sep 7, 2026

Assume the role of a personal finance advisor. A client wants you to analyze various payment methods available to purchase goods and services and discuss appropriate uses.

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Beyond the Key Performance Indicators: Understanding the New Collegiate DECA Case Study

Sep 3, 2026

Collegiate DECA case studies are changing, and competitors should be prepared for more than just a new role-play.

Leadership

Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid to Celebrate Small Successes

Sep 2, 2026

Discover what happens when you start celebrating your small wins and how this small change can have a big impact on your DECA experience, leadership potential and overall success in life.

Chapter Strategy

Online Resources for Collegiate DECA Members

Sep 2, 2026

As a chapter and association leader, and now an executive officer, I’ve discovered so many resources on DECA.org that I never knew existed and wish I had utilized sooner.

Career Insights

The Secrets to Standing Out in the AI World

Sep 2, 2026

AI is rewriting job descriptions. Hybrid work is here to stay. Layoffs are reshaping industries. And employers are looking for something far more valuable than a degree.

Chapter Strategy

Tips for Starting a New Collegiate DECA Year

Sep 1, 2026

Whether you're beginning your first semester of college or returning for another year, the habits you build now can set the tone for everything that follows.

Chapter Strategy

The Collegiate DECA Chapter Formula: The Ingredients Behind a Successful Chapter

Aug 31, 2026

Whether you are starting from scratch or improving an established chapter, these five ingredients can help create an experience members want to be part of.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Making All Customers Happy

Aug 31, 2026

Assume the role of the assistant manager for VILLAGE LANES, a local bowling alley with 20 lanes. The manager wants you to decide how to schedule league bowling, open bowling and birthday parties.