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2023-2024 IMPACT Program Winners Announced

Apr 30, 2024

The 2023-2024 IMPACT Program awards were presented during the Chartered Association Officer Luncheon at the International Career Development Conference in Anaheim.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2024 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions

Apr 30, 2024

Congratulations to the 2024 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!

DECA News

DECA Honors 2023-2024 Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations

Apr 29, 2024

DECA is proud to announce the chapters, associations and individuals who have earned high honors for serving an exceptional number of members, advisors, alumni and business partners.

Conferences

Congratulations to the 2024 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists

Apr 29, 2024

Congratulations to the competitive event finalists from DECA's 2024 International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, CA!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: You Must be a Member to Shop Here!

Apr 29, 2024

Step into the role of an employee at Pat’s Club, a warehouse club that sells a wide variety of merchandise in large quantities. You must explain to a customer why they cannot shop at the store without purchasing a membership.

Partners

DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support

Apr 28, 2024

Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.

Partners

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Top MDA Fundraising DECA Chapters and Associations

Apr 27, 2024

DECA and the Muscular Dystrophy Association are excited to announce this year’s top fundraising DECA chapters and associations. Thank you for your incredible community service efforts.

DECA News

DECA Celebrates the 2023-2024 Top 10 Chapters in the World

Apr 27, 2024

DECA is excited to congratulate the top 10 membership chapters in the world for the 2023-2024 academic year! Thank you to all chapters who worked to experience the difference in membership recruitment.

Conferences

Watch the DECA ICDC 2024 Grand Opening Session

Apr 27, 2024

Relive the 2024 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session on-demand.

DECA News

DECA Recognizes Helen Brown with Chairman's Award

Apr 27, 2024

As a member of DECA's National Advisory Board, Helen has engaged with thousands of members and advisors at DECA's educational conferences at the association, regional and international levels.

DECA News

DECA Recognizes Jerry DiGiovanni with Honorary Life Membership

Apr 27, 2024

During two decades of service as Executive Director, Jerry displayed unwavering kindness, support and enthusiasm for the student members and advisors of Pennsylvania DECA.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Nepo-Baby or Legit Candidate?

Apr 22, 2024

Step into the role of a consultant hired by the president of Grand Grocery, a privately held supermarket chain with over 300 locations in one state. The president has hired you to help with succession planning after a sudden decision to retire.

Career Insights

How to Talk About DECA in an Interview

Nov 3, 2026

Collegiate DECA has been a major part of your college education, but how do you speak clearly and confidently about your experience without sounding awkward?

Chapter Strategy

Make a Lifesaving Impact: Collegiate DECA Blood Drive Challenges

Nov 2, 2026

Through the Collegiate DECA × American Red Cross Community Impact Program, chapters can organize campus blood drives, engage their communities and pursue potential $1,000 scholarship opportunities.

Case Study of the Week

The Economics of Meal Planning

Nov 2, 2026

You are to assume the roles of the financial analyst at FRESHPACK INC., a company that sells food products. The owner of the company plans to launch a seven-meal weekly bundle and asked your team to explain how various economic concepts can affect pricing decisions.

Conferences

Fundraising Your Way to ICDC 

Nov 1, 2026

Qualifying for ICDC is exciting, but getting there comes at a cost. Chapters don’t need one massive fundraiser; multiple simple, well-executed efforts can make a big difference.

Compete

Your Path to the Perfect Competitive Event 

Nov 1, 2026

Collegiate DECA has over 25 competitive events. Each category offers opportunities for members with different interests, strengths, and career goals.

Chapter Strategy

Three Passports, One Goal: Making the Most of Collegiate DECA

Nov 1, 2026

One of the biggest questions we hear throughout the year is, “How do we keep members engaged throughout the fall semester?”

Chapter Strategy

Helping Your Collegiate DECA Chapter Thrive at a Two Year College

Nov 1, 2026

Starting and/or maintaining a Collegiate DECA chapter at a two-year college can come with its own set of challenges.

Career Insights

Building Connections, Creating Opportunities: The Power of Internships and Networking

Nov 1, 2026

As DECA members, we are constantly encouraged to step outside our comfort zones and take advantage of new opportunities.

Compete

Collegiate DECA Announces Two New Challenges for 2026-2027

Oct 26, 2026

Put your knowledge and skills to the test with two new corporate challenges from Adobe and Chick-fil-A, with $6,000 available in cash prizes to the winner teams!

Case Study of the Week

People Planning At The Dog Park

Oct 26, 2026

You are to assume the roles of the owner of CROOKED CREEK DOG PARK, soon to be the first private dog park in the city. A potential investor wants you to develop additional services to provide dog owners that will persuade membership.

Career Insights

NRF Halloween Survey Shows Consumer Spending Expected to Reach $13.5 Billion

Oct 25, 2026

For more than two decades, NRF’s Halloween survey has tracked how consumers celebrate the holiday, and this year’s results show that shoppers are being thoughtful and strategic.

Career Insights

Take Your Marketing Future Global with the 2027 Voices of the Future Fellowship

Oct 23, 2026

For Collegiate DECA members approaching graduation, discover an opportunity to build on the strategic thinking, creativity and presentation skills while exploring the marketing industry on a global stage.