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Congratulations to the 2021 Knowledge Matters Digital Presentation Skills Challenge Winners

Apr 24, 2021

DECA and Knowledge Matters are excited to announce the winners of the 2021 Digital Presentation Skills Challenge.

DECA News

Army ROTC Awards Over $2.1 Million Scholarships to DECA Members

Apr 23, 2021

Eighteen DECA members are the recipients of over $2.1 million in scholarships from the Army ROTC.

DECA News

2020-2021 IMPACT Program Winners Announced

Apr 20, 2021

The 2020-2021 IMPACT Program awards were announced during the Virtual DECA ICDC  Association Officer Leadership Retreat to recognize top chartered association officer activities.

DECA News

DECA Honors 2020-2021 Top Leaders, Advisors, Chapters and Associations

Apr 20, 2021

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.

DECA News

DECA Honors Advisors for 40-45 Years of Service

Apr 20, 2021

The DECA Inc. Years of Service Award is presented to individuals who have shown outstanding and continued service to the organization and its mission. Thank you to these long-time advisors who have reached new milestones of service to DECA's members.

DECA News

Top 10 MDA Fundraising DECA Chapters

Apr 20, 2021

DECA and the Muscular Dystrophy Association are excited to announce this year’s top fundraising DECA chapters.

DECA News

17,000 DECA Members Prepare for College and Careers During International Virtual Conference

Apr 19, 2021

More than 17,000 DECA members registered to participate, with all 146,000 members invited to join, an added benefit included with their DECA membership.

DECA News

DECA Inc. Reaffirms Its Commitment to Continue to Stand against Racism, Hate and Bigotry of Any Kind.

Apr 13, 2021

In light of the ongoing violence and discrimination against the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, DECA Inc. reaffirms its commitment to continue to stand against racism, hate and bigotry of any kind.

Conferences

Congratulations to the Marriott Foundation ICDC Registration Scholarship Recipients

Apr 12, 2021

Through a generous contribution from the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation, DECA is able to provide registration scholarships to high school members participating in the 2021 Virtual International Career Development Conference.

DECA News

DECA Scholarship Recipients 2020-2021

Mar 30, 2021

DECA is pleased to announce the 2020-2021 scholarship recipients. Each year, DECA and its corporate partners award over $200,000 in scholarships to DECA members. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Insurance Needs for New Professionals

Mar 29, 2021

You are to assume the role of an insurance agent. You will be meeting with a new client that wants to know more about different types of insurance that would be beneficial.

Leadership

Women's History Month Discussion with Emerging Leaders

Mar 29, 2021

Three emerging leaders sit down with AT&T to discuss the importance of women's history month.

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.

Compete

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.