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Congratulations to the 2024 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Champions
Congratulations to the 2024 DECA International Career Development Conference competitive event champions!
DECA Honors 2023-2024 Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations
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.
Congratulations to the 2024 DECA ICDC Competitive Event Finalists
Congratulations to the competitive event finalists from DECA's 2024 International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, CA!
Case Study of the Week: You Must be a Member to Shop Here!
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.
DECA Recognizes National Advisory Board Partners for Their Longtime Support
Congratulations to these outstanding National Advisory Board partners for reaching new milestones of service to DECA.
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 Top MDA Fundraising DECA Chapters and Associations
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 Celebrates the 2023-2024 Top 10 Chapters in the World
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.
Watch the DECA ICDC 2024 Grand Opening Session
Relive the 2024 DECA International Career Development Conference Grand Opening Session on-demand.
DECA Recognizes Helen Brown with Chairman's Award
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 Recognizes Jerry DiGiovanni with Honorary Life Membership
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: Nepo-Baby or Legit Candidate?
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.
Making the Most of Conferences: Your DECA ICDC Era
DECA ICDC can lay the foundation for your professional life—if you come ready to engage, learn and stretch your skills. In this article, dive into how to make the most out of your conference experience.
What's New for Collegiate Competitive Events in 2026-2027
Collegiate DECA's competitive events are getting an updated set of evaluation tools for the 2026-2027 competitive year. Here's what collegiate chapter advisors and members need to know.
Learning From the Ground Up
Join your Collegiate Executive Officer Team and a group of experienced founders and presidents for an opportunity to learn from real experiences and connect with individuals who have built something of their own.
Case Study of the Week: Rainy Days And Ice Cream
Assume the role of the manager at SUNSHINE ICE CREAM PARLOR, a popular ice cream parlor in a tourist destination. The owner wants you to develop marketing strategies that will bring in customers during inclement weather.
Download the 2026-2027 Collegiate DECA Guide
The Collegiate DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, learn about virtual challenges and access competitive event guidelines.
Case Study of the Week: Inspecting An Ethical Dilemma In Finance
Assume the role of a financial analyst at RIVERBANK FINANCIAL, a reputable firm that manages investments and personal finances. You must address an ethical dilemma with the supervisor.
Maximizing Your Sales Interview Success: Key Insights from Intuit Mailchimp’s Head of Sales
In today’s tech sales market, a great interview can define the trajectory of your career. But in a competitive market, how do you stand out? Discover essential behaviors that make a candidate truly stand out.
Behind the Content: Join the Collegiate DECA Content Creation Team
The Content Creation Team allows members to showcase their creativity, develop their social media and communication skills, and create content that connects Collegiate DECA members internationally.
Watch the #CDECAICDC 2027 Promo Video
Get ready to discover your Next Big Thing at the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference hosted in Austin, TX, on April 9-12, 2027.
Case Study of the Week: Channel Strategies for Dr. Smoothie
Assume the role of the owner of DR. SMOOTHIE, a mobile beverage truck that sells smoothies. The investor wants you to identify resources needed for DR. SMOOTHIE to adapt its channel strategies.
Adobe Hosts 70 DECA Advisors for Luminary 2026
For three days, attendees participated in learning sessions with DECA staff and interactive workshops with Adobe team members. Advisors gained firsthand experience with Adobe Express and learned how to apply these tools to DECA's programs.
Case Study of the Week: AI in Marketing
Assume the role of the general manager for an outdoor holiday lights and decorations installation business while you analyze the use of artificial intelligence (AI) images in marketing materials and recommend how to proceed.
Stay Connected with One Diamond Calls
In a One Diamond Call, attendees can stay up to date with what is going on in Collegiate DECA and learn leadership skills as we recognize, highlight and celebrate your individual, chapter, and association successes.
