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Chapter Strategy

DECA At the Bell: Terms and Conditions

Oct 6, 2026

You know those terms your favorite apps require you to approve that you just accept without reading? Well, those are actually contracts that have legal implications you may not be aware of.

Chapter Strategy

New Classroom Activity: Everything Needs Accounting

Oct 6, 2026

AICPA is excited to share Everything Needs Accounting, a classroom resource designed to help students recognize how accounting connects to the industries, interests, and decisions they encounter every day.

Career Insights

Customer Service Skills Start with DECA

Oct 5, 2026

Customer Service Week, October 5–9, 2026, is a chance to recognize the importance of great customer service and the skills DECA members can build now to succeed in future careers.

Case Study of the Week

A Hotel's Daily Financial Information

Oct 5, 2026

You are to assume the role of the front desk manager at CLOCK TOWER INN, a full-service hotel with over 100 guest rooms, and explain a basic summary of daily financial information to the new front desk employee.

Chapter Strategy

Thanking Our Principals This October

Oct 5, 2026

October is National Principals Month, and DECA is celebrating the school leaders who help make meaningful learning experiences possible.

Career Insights

The Summer of the Blockbuster: What Spider-Man, the Odyssey, and Michael Teach Us About Marketing

Oct 5, 2026

This past summer, the U.S. box office reached $4.765 billion, narrowly surpassing the previous summer record that stood for over ten years.

Chapter Strategy

DECA’s School-based Enterprise Program Provides Real-World, Work-Based Learning

Oct 2, 2026

Collectively, DECA’s 1,000 certified SBEs reported that they generate more than $35 million in gross sales annually. This translates to real-world learning, with the opportunity for profit and loss and a significant local economic impact.

Chapter Strategy

5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Joining DECA

Oct 2, 2026

If you’re a first-year DECA member and, much like I used to, think that DECA is just roleplays and exams, think again. Here are five things I wish I knew before joining.

DECA News

Celebrating 10 Years of Partnership with the National Society of High School Scholars

Oct 2, 2026

DECA is proud to celebrate a decade of partnership with the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS).

Chapter Strategy

What Will You Build This October? Five Ways to Get Involved in DECA

Oct 1, 2026

A business idea? A stronger chapter? The confidence to share your next big pitch? Here are five ways to start your Next Big Thing this October.

DECA News

Apply for a 2026-2027 DECA Scholarship by January 11, 2027

Oct 1, 2026

The deadline to apply for DECA's 2026-2027 scholarship program is January 11, 2027! More than $200,000 in scholarships will be awarded to current DECA members.

Chapter Strategy

November is Calling: Are You In?

Oct 1, 2026

DECA Month is the perfect opportunity to get your entire chapter involved, celebrate your members and show your school what DECA is all about.

Career Insights

How to Become an Entrepreneur: 8 Actionable Steps

Nov 17, 2025

Learn how to become an entrepreneur and turn your innovative ideas into thriving businesses without needing substantial funds.

Chapter Strategy

Calling All Entrepreneurs: Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week

Nov 10, 2025

This November, Global Entrepreneurship Network will celebrate 18 years of helping millions of people unleash their ideas to start and scale new businesses through Global Entrepreneurship Week.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Using Current Staff to Help Recruit New Staff

Nov 10, 2025

Step into the role of the director of human resources at the National Organization of Zoos and Aquariums (NOZA), a nonprofit organization that educates, promotes and advocates for local zoos and aquariums.

Compete

Helping Your DECA Members Avoid Penalty Points: A Guide for Advisors

Nov 7, 2025

As DECA advisors, one of our crucial roles is helping student members navigate the technical requirements of written events. Use this article to guide your student members in avoiding common penalty point deductions.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Marketing a Cruise of the World

Nov 3, 2025

Step into the role of the marketing manager for Lantern Cruises, the largest cruise line brand by revenue. The director of marketing wants you to develop a marketing plan that will sell spots on the Platinum World Tour cruise.

Career Insights

Understanding AI Resume Checkers: What You Should Know

Nov 1, 2025

AI resume checks are becoming increasingly prevalent in the career preparation process. These platforms help users review, edit and optimize their resumes for clarity, keyword alignment and professional formatting.

Leadership

The Key To Problem Solving

Nov 1, 2025

Not everything always goes to plan, which is why it’s essential to know how to problem-solve in any situation. Understanding where things went awry after fixing them can help you avoid the same issue in the future.

Compete

How to Choose Your Collegiate DECA Competitive Event

Nov 1, 2025

In this article, we’ll break down your decision step by step, so you can find the Collegiate DECA competitive event that perfectly aligns with your strengths, interests and goals.

Chapter Strategy

Go All In: Making the Most of DECA Month

Nov 1, 2025

DECA Month is about showcasing your leadership, community and creativity. Here’s how to get involved, make an impact and truly demonstrate what it means to be DECA.

Chapter Strategy

Celebrate Collegiate DECA Month this November

Oct 31, 2025

#CDECAMonth is the ultimate celebration of all things Collegiate DECA. Throughout November, members reflect on the many reasons they love being a Collegiate DECA member and showcase the opportunities members enjoy.

Career Insights

Hybrid vs. Remote Work: Which Model Is Right for Your Organization?

Oct 30, 2025

Hybrid work and remote work are not the same thing. Discover the differences, benefits and drawbacks of each working model with Intuit.

Spotlights

Developing Leaders for the Future: A Guide to an Intern Program

Oct 29, 2025

Arizona State University Collegiate DECA has a distinctive structure for its leadership team. In addition to their seven chapter officers, they also onboard a team of interns.