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You Do You: Choose Your Competitive Event

Aug 30, 2022

Do you aspire to attain some #DECAGlass in DECA’s Competitive Events Program this year? Set yourself up for success in DECA’s competitive events by using this two-fold method.

Compete

An Introduction to DECA Role-plays

Aug 30, 2022

If you are competing in an event with a role-play (Principles, Individual Series or Team Decision Making events), here are a few tips to help you get the edge this school year!

Chapter Strategy

Top 5 Reasons to Join DECA

Aug 29, 2022

Looking for a reason to join DECA? Here are five of our favorite reasons you join your school's chapter.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Is It Truly STEM Approved?

Aug 29, 2022

Step into the role of the director of marketing and consumer affairs for Maple Company, a company that manufactures and markets toys for children aged 3 to 10 years old. The senior vice president has asked for your analysis and recommendation on indicating that a new toy is “STEM approved.”

Chapter Strategy

SBE Chapter Certification Guidelines Available Now

Aug 22, 2022

The chapter certification guidelines and competition guidelines for the 2022-2023 school year are now available.

DECA News

Intuit Empowers Students to Make a Positive Impact in Their Communities

Aug 22, 2022

When they signed up for Intuit’s Social Innovation Challenge, Sofia Broughman, Fluorine Tutelman and Sophia Bustos were prompted to think of ways to support underrepresented minority entrepreneurs and business owners.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Excessive Debt, Excessive Consequences?

Aug 22, 2022

Step into the role of a credit counselor. A client is seeking advice on personal finances. The client, after paying monthly needed household bills, has $500.00 remaining for payment on credit cards and for miscellaneous expenses.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: Designing a Promotional Calendar for Back-to-School

Aug 15, 2022

Step into the role of a store manager of Cloth & Denim, a regional chain of clothing stores specializing in youth sizes newborn to 16. The district manager has asked you to plan a promotional calendar for the back-to-school season.

Chapter Strategy

One DECA: August 2022

Aug 12, 2022

Check out what you missed on the August 2022 #OneDECA Call, hosted by DECA's Executive Officer Team.

Chapter Strategy

You're Invited! Join Monthly #OneDECA Calls

Aug 8, 2022

Beginning in August, all high school members are welcome to join monthly #OneDECA Calls where members have the opportunity to learn, collaborate and unite as part of the DECA community.

Chapter Strategy

Watch Now: DECA's 2022-2023 Membership Video

Aug 5, 2022

Get ready for a new year with DECA! The start of the school year means it's time for fun events, creative campaigns and a new membership video!

Chapter Strategy

4 Team Bonding Activities to Do with Your Team This Summer

Jul 20, 2022

Are you looking to build stronger connections with your friends, officers or members? Here are four unique ideas to Get the Edge with your team over the summer!

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

Congratulations to the Collegiate DECA Chapters of the Month

Jan 29, 2026

This year, everyone is excited to Go The Extra, and we’re excited to see how you do it! Read more about each Chapter of the Month and what makes them stand out on campus.

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.

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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.

Case Study of the Week

Case Study of the Week: The Customer Before The Coin

Jan 5, 2026

Step into the role of the district manager for Jefferson Bank, each with ten branch locations in your districts. The president of the bank has asked you to create a presentation for bank employees on the importance of customer relations in response to customer complaints.