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Case Study of the Week: The Perks of Student Banking

Oct 27, 2025

Step into the role of a banker at Capital Bank. A new customer wants to know more about the bank’s student banking account.

Leadership

Beyond the Glass: How DECA Competition Builds Real-World Leadership

Oct 24, 2025

From competition to chapter leadership, here’s how DECA gives members the tools to think on their feet, take initiative and make an impact in their schools, communities and future careers.

Chapter Strategy

A Month Full Of Memories: How to Prepare for DECA Month's Social Media Challenge

Oct 24, 2025

DECA Month is filled with engagement, spotlights and celebrations for everything related to DECA. Here are some tips and tricks on how to dominate the DECA Month Social Media Challenge before November begins.

Spotlights

Marketing the Marketers: Student Spotlights

Oct 23, 2025

Marketing is how chapters share their stories and connect with people beyond their own schools. Behind every post, video and campaign is a team of students who work hard to bring their chapter’s ideas to life.

Leadership

Leadership That Lasts: How to Keep Growing Throughout the Semester

Oct 23, 2025

Whether you are helping a classmate or taking on a new challenge, each day is an opportunity to grow into a stronger leader. Here are four ways you can continue developing as a leader this semester.

Partners

DECA and Piper Sandler Complete 50th Semi-Annual Survey

Oct 23, 2025

DECA and Piper Sandler completed the 50th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens® survey. This survey highlights discretionary spending trends and brand preferences among more than 10K teens across the U.S., with an average age of 15.7.

Chapter Strategy

Celebrate DECA Month this November

Oct 21, 2025

#DECAMonth is the ultimate celebration of all things DECA. Throughout November, members reflect on their favorite DECA memories, take part in DECA's programs and showcase the many reasons they love being a DECA member.

DECA News

DECA Welcomes College Board as Strategic Partner 

Oct 20, 2025

This collaboration will combine DECA’s focus on emerging leaders and entrepreneurs with the College Board’s expertise in developing programs that promote career and college readiness.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing Album Cover Art

Oct 20, 2025

Step into the role of a marketing communications consultant. You have been hired by the manager of the folk-rock band Kingsley, to create branding for their upcoming debut album.

Conferences

Elevating DECA in the Classroom: Highlights & Insights from AMPED 2025

Oct 19, 2025

This three-day conference featured an industry immersion series and two days of educational sessions on implementing DECA into the classroom.

Career Insights

NRF Consumer Survey Finds Halloween Spending to Reach Record $13.1 Billion

Oct 17, 2025

According to the National Retail Federation’s annual consumer survey, Halloween spending is expected to reach a record $13.1 billion this year.

Chapter Strategy

Go The Extra Scare: Fall-Inspired Themes For Your Chapter Meetings 

Oct 15, 2025

October is such a versatile month, and holding meetings that engage members during this season is a great way to boost chapter participation and growth.

Leadership

Pressure Forges Diamonds: 10 Practical Public Speaking Tips for DECA Competitors

Feb 1, 2026

DECA competitions place students in high-pressure speaking environments where performance is evaluated, timed and compared. Here are practical public speaking tips specifically for DECA competitors.

Career Insights

Why Join the U.S. Air Force? Building Skills, Experience and Long-Term Opportunity

Feb 1, 2026

Choosing how to begin your career is about finding an environment where you can develop skills, gain experience and grow professionally over time. The U.S. Air Force offers a hands-on pathway that combines training, education and responsibility.

Chapter Strategy

CTE Month is More than a Celebration

Feb 1, 2026

CTE Month is a time to spotlight the programs, students and educators preparing the next generation of leaders, innovators and professionals. It is about building confidence, creating opportunity and shaping futures.

Compete

Understanding Collegiate DECA Competitions

Feb 1, 2026

Reviewing what goes into prepared business presentations, individual case studies, and team case studies will help you take on your association-level competition and later Collegiate DECA ICDC.

Spotlights

Feeling Ready…Until We Weren’t: Preparing for DECA Competition

Jan 27, 2026

To prepare for the team case studies at Utah Collegiate DECA's association conference, Ensign College held a mock competition for their chapter's members.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Supply And Demand Pricing

Jan 26, 2026

Step into the role of the owner of City Plowing, a small business that provides snow removal services. A new employee wants you to explain why non-contract pricing increases after a blizzard or ice storm.

Chapter Strategy

Wisconsin Collegiate DECA's Secret Recipe to New Chapters

Jan 21, 2026

By prioritizing community, visibility and support, Wisconsin Collegiate DECA created a recipe for both member retention and new chapter expansion.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Intergenerational Mentorships

Jan 19, 2026

Step into the role of the director of human resources for Square PR. The president of the company is concerned about the number of long-term employees retiring in the next several years and wants you to create an employee-development program.

Spotlights

CSU DECA Strengthens Chapter Bonds with Holiday Social

Jan 14, 2026

CSU DECA brought the chapter together with a holiday social event featuring a case study presentation, a delicious potluck, and a White Elephant exchange that encouraged interaction among all participants.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Hotel Package Pricing For Children?

Jan 12, 2026

Step into the role of the general manager for Hotel Jolie, a new luxury hotel set to open soon. Hotel Jolie is a deluxe family hotel resort located in a mountainous area that offers services and amenities for adults traveling with children of all ages.

Conferences

Exclusive Travel Discounts for DECA Members

Jan 8, 2026

DECA has arranged special airfare considerations for those attending DECA conferences in 2026. Check out special deals and discounts.

Compete

Get Ready for Session Two of the Collegiate DECA Stock Market Game

Jan 6, 2026

Collegiate DECA members are invited to participate in the second session of the DECA Stock Market Game, which kicks off on January 26, 2026.