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Everything You Need to Know for DECA SBE Week 2026
Each day of #DECASBEWeek has a social media theme unique to DECA’s school-based enterprise program. Be sure to participate by sharing photos or videos that correspond to the daily theme.
Register Today for the IBM SkillsBuild Classroom Integration Webinar
Join IBM professionals for a practical, interactive look at IBM SkillsBuild and discover easy ways to bring future-focused skills into your classroom.
Beyond Cash: What Going Digital Teaches SBE Students
Customers expect to pay by card or digital wallet, whether they’re shopping at a major retailer, a local coffee shop or a school-based enterprise. For students learning how modern businesses operate, understanding digital payments should be part of the experience.
Things To Experience In Louisville During DECA Power Trip
While visiting Louisville this November for the Ultimate DECA Power Trip, be sure to take advantage of the city’s exciting attractions, rich history and unique experiences.
Sooooo Many Payment Methods!
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.
Turn School Spirit into a Student-Led Business
The Mascot ShopTM helps DECA chapters turn school spirit into a student-led business experience. Students build practical skills in marketing, merchandising, sales, finance, and operations while supporting their chapter and school community. Plus, DECA members can access exclusive savings through December 31, 2026.
Best Practices to Welcome New Members
Your prospective members decide if they're coming back before they leave the first meeting, too. As leaders, you get to design a culture where new members are met with warmth and leave inspired.
DECA's 2026-2027 Challenges Can Make You the Next Big Thing
DECA's Challenges provide members with opportunities to demonstrate the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom through innovative challenges in partnership with several corporate partners.
Turn Your DECA Skills Into AP Success
AP Career Kickstart is opening a new door, and DECA members already have a head start on what’s waiting on the other side.
The Trillion-Dollar Backpack
Behind every notebook, school lunch and classroom lesson is a massive investment in students - and in the next generation of leaders.
Five Fall Marketing Trends Every Chapter Can Use
From back-to-school shopping and football season to Halloween and the countdown to the holidays, businesses know consumers are ready for something new. Here are five marketing trends you'll see this fall - and how your DECA chapter can put them into action.
Case Study of the Week: Making All Customers Happy
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.
How to Handle Competitive Event Feedback Like a Pro
Feedback is a key element of developing as an emerging leader and entrepreneur. Use these tips to turn feedback from districts into future competitive event success.
How to Keep Your New Year's Resolutions
Looking back on years past, did you keep your New Year's resolutions? Do you even remember what they were? Here are some ways to keep your New Year’s resolutions all the way through 2022.
Case Study of the Week: Successfully Marketing to Business Travelers
You are to assume the role of director of marketing for Upright Business Solutions, a company that manufactures and markets specialty desks and chairs for office space. The senior vice president wants you to create a marketing plan that will promote the company’s flagship products to business travelers.
Top Collegiate DECA Moments to Look Forward to in the New Year
Through DECA’s competitive event series, scholarship program and educational conferences, members will have many opportunities to maximize their success. Check out what we have in store for the months ahead!
Jump-Start Your Career Today
The demand for rental housing is growing across the United States, and with that, the need for talented, hardworking and creative people to help build strong communities. Jump-start your residential property management career today.
Case Study of the Week: Choices in Higher Education
You are to assume the role of an admissions counselor working at a local four-year public university. One of your job responsibilities is to meet with high school juniors and seniors that may apply for admission and discuss not only the university, but also the overall decision to attend a post-secondary institution.
Utah Collegiate DECA Hosts Fall Leadership Conference
Utah Collegiate DECA members attended their association's annual Fall Leadership Conference in November. Here are three key takeaways that members gained by participating.
Case Study of the Week: How to Minimize but Not Eliminate Housekeeping Services
You are to assume the roles of the director of housekeeping services and the director of guest services for Hotel Labree. The general manager has asked you to determine how the hotel can implement guest personalized housekeeping services.
How to Effectively Pick a Study Abroad Program
Studying abroad can be the experience of a lifetime. Follow these five tips to effectively pick a study abroad program that's the best fit for you!
10 Business Trends to Watch for in 2022
The past year has gone by in the blink of an eye and 2022 will be here before we know it. That means it's time to brush up on the latest business trends to incorporate into your next DECA role-play or prepared event.
Case Study of the Week: An Auto Parts Store Wants to Engage with High School Students
You are to assume the role of marketing director for On Your Way Auto Parts, an automotive parts store with three locations. The owner of the business has asked you to determine how the stores can partner with local high schools to demonstrate social responsibility and receive a positive brand reputation.
Life as a Collegiate DECA Executive Officer
The qualities needed to succeed as a DECA executive officer may vary from person to person. However, President Zac Spohn believes these are three of the most important.
