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Case Study of the Week: The Perks of Opening a Franchise
Step into the role of a small business consultant. A client wants to start a business and has asked you for information about franchises.
Corporate Challenges: What They Entail and Why Members Should Participate
Seven of DECA’s corporate partners are offering Corporate Challenges for our High School Division members! In this article, learn more about our Corporate Challenges, links to get more information, what they each entail and important dates.
Celebrating Spooky Season: DECA Style
Autumn vibes are officially in the air, which means it is time for some Halloween-themed chapter events! Here are some scary good tricks to treat your chapter this Halloween.
Canva Craftsmanship: Elevate Your DECA Designs
Canva has become an essential companion for many seeking to enhance their digital presence and pursuits. Dive into the realm of creativity and impact with these 5 ways to use Canva for your DECA designs!
Build your Brand at The Ultimate DECA Power Trip
The Ultimate DECA Power Trip in Austin, Texas, is just around the corner. Now is the time to build your brand and boost your networking skills!
Aligning Fundraising with Your Community’s Events
Aligning fundraising with your community's events can be a strategic way to raise funds while fostering a sense of togetherness and support among community members. Here are some steps to align fundraising with your community’s events effectively.
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.
Scholarship Applications 101
As you begin your scholarship profile and applications, it’s important to remember application requirements, important information and tips for submissions. Scholarships are due January 12, 2024!
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!
2023-2024 District-Level Competitive Event Instructional Areas Announced
Get ready for competition season! Each year DECA provides the primary instructional area(s) assessed in each of the district-level scenarios to help advisors and members prepare for district competitions more effectively.
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.
Download the 2026-2027 Collegiate DECA Guide
The Collegiate DECA Guide provides all the information you need to have a successful year. Explore our learning programs, check out this year’s calendar, learn about virtual challenges and access competitive event guidelines.
Case Study of the Week: Inspecting An Ethical Dilemma In Finance
Assume the role of a financial analyst at RIVERBANK FINANCIAL, a reputable firm that manages investments and personal finances. You must address an ethical dilemma with the supervisor.
Maximizing Your Sales Interview Success: Key Insights from Intuit Mailchimp’s Head of Sales
In today’s tech sales market, a great interview can define the trajectory of your career. But in a competitive market, how do you stand out? Discover essential behaviors that make a candidate truly stand out.
Behind the Content: Join the Collegiate DECA Content Creation Team
The Content Creation Team allows members to showcase their creativity, develop their social media and communication skills, and create content that connects Collegiate DECA members internationally.
Watch the #CDECAICDC 2027 Promo Video
Get ready to discover your Next Big Thing at the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference hosted in Austin, TX, on April 9-12, 2027.
Case Study of the Week: Channel Strategies for Dr. Smoothie
Assume the role of the owner of DR. SMOOTHIE, a mobile beverage truck that sells smoothies. The investor wants you to identify resources needed for DR. SMOOTHIE to adapt its channel strategies.
Adobe Hosts 70 DECA Advisors for Luminary 2026
For three days, attendees participated in learning sessions with DECA staff and interactive workshops with Adobe team members. Advisors gained firsthand experience with Adobe Express and learned how to apply these tools to DECA's programs.
Case Study of the Week: AI in Marketing
Assume the role of the general manager for an outdoor holiday lights and decorations installation business while you analyze the use of artificial intelligence (AI) images in marketing materials and recommend how to proceed.
Stay Connected with One Diamond Calls
In a One Diamond Call, attendees can stay up to date with what is going on in Collegiate DECA and learn leadership skills as we recognize, highlight and celebrate your individual, chapter, and association successes.
How to Make the Most Out of Your College Orientation
College orientation is your first opportunity to build connections, discover campus resources and begin your next journey. To get the most out of orientation, you need to step outside your comfort zone.
How to Tackle the Three Main Categories of Collegiate DECA Competitive Events
One of the best things about Collegiate DECA's Competitive Event Program is that there's truly an event for everyone. Whether you're a confident presenter, enjoy thinking on your feet or like developing long-term projects, there's an event for you.
2026-2027 Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Program of Leadership
For 2026–2027, the Collegiate DECA Executive Officer Program of Leadership focuses on three priorities - Leadership Development, Member Engagement and Member Recruitment - all designed to help you become the Next Big Thing.
