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Appropriate Workplace Communications Channels
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.
Celebrating 10 Years of Partnership with Costello College of Business at George Mason University
DECA is proud to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of its partnership with the Costello College of Business at George Mason University.
Meet the 2026-2027 DECA Content Creators
The DECA Inc. Communications team is excited to announce the return of the DECA Content Creators for 2026-2027!
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.
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: Preventing Identity Theft
Step into the role of a financial resource consultant. Your young client is nervous about identity theft and has asked you how identity thieves obtain personal information to steal identities, actions the client can take to protect their personal information and steps to take to safely manage finances using mobile technology.
NRF Opportunities for Collegiate DECA Members
Prepare for your retail career with the National Retail Federation Foundation with these virtual events and scholarship opportunities.
Case Study of the Week: Risks vs Benefits of Drive-thrus
Step into the role of the director of operations for Shake-A-Palooza, a chain of quick service restaurants. The president of Shake-A-Palooza wants to understand how adding drive-thrus to the 20 new locations could benefit the location, sales and the customers.
Top 5 Tips for Prepared Events
DECA's prepared events require a written project and a prepared presentation, and some require participants to take a career cluster exam. As you begin working on your prepared event for the year, check out these five tips to help you throughout the process!
Case Study of the Week: Successful Channels for Size Inclusion
Step into the role of the merchandising manager for Hot Shot, an apparel chain that targets Gen Z and young Millennial females. The vice president wants you to choose a distribution plan for a new product line.
Case Study of the Week: Should C-Suite Be on Social Media?
Step into the role of the director of human resources at the Organization of Travel Agents, an organization that educates, promotes and lobbies for travel agents across the nation. The executive director wants you to analyze whether the executive director should have a professional presence on social media.
Shop DECA Back to School Must-haves
Finishing up your back-to-school shopping? Add these ten essential additions to your Shop DECA back-to-school list!
Elevate Your Future: The DECA Chapter Meeting Experience
In this article, explore how chapter meetings are your gateway to personal and professional growth. From learning how to network like a pro to sharpening your problem-solving skills, chapter meetings are where the magic happens.
The Three R’s: Remember, Reward, Recognize
Read about DECA’s twist on the three R’s, with the five ways to recognize members, further incentivize involvement within the organization and get them excited for this year’s activities!
The Path to Success in Collegiate DECA
Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a newcomer curious about what DECA could offer you, taking those steps forward can provide limitless opportunities and endless possibilities for you in Collegiate DECA.
The Importance of Culture
Whether your chapter has been around for ten years or you're just starting out, it's important to be intentional about creating culture. As your DECA chapter jumps back into the school year, consider how this interview can apply directly to your chapter's culture.
Case Study of the Week: Staying Connected after an Acquisition
Step into the role of the owner of Honeysuckle Faire. After 20 years of growing Honeysuckle Faire, you decided it was time to exit the company. Executives at Spring Made have offered you four options to stay connected to Honeysuckle Faire once the acquisition is final.
