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As an advisor, DECA provides you with a powerful array of chapter strategy tools and classroom resources that you can integrate into classroom instruction to apply learning, connect to business and promote competition — a key motivator for members. Use the resource center to identify activities from DECA’s Comprehensive Learning Program, and implement them as authentic learning experiences to help DECA members develop and apply skills outlined in your curriculum. In addition, advisor professional learning modules are available to assist you in your role as a chapter advisor.
You are to assume the role of the sales manager for Citywide Autobody, a business that provides automotive services. The general manager (judge) wants you create a marketing technique that will sell declined repairs.
You are to assume the role of the sales manager for Citywide Autobody, a business that provides automotive services. The general manager (judge) wants you create a marketing technique that will sell declined repairs.
You are to assume the role of the sales manager for Citywide Autobody, a business that provides automotive services. The general manager (judge) wants you create a marketing technique that will sell declined repairs.
This session walks advisors through how a modern POS register and a connected analytics and education layer turn everyday store operations into classroom learning.
This session walks advisors through how a modern POS register and a connected analytics and education layer turn everyday store operations into classroom learning.
This session walks advisors through how a modern POS register and a connected analytics and education layer turn everyday store operations into classroom learning.
You are to assume the role of a financial analyst at Boston Flowers. The controller (judge) wants to know how changes to accounts receivable collections may impact the company’s working capital cycle. The controller (judge) wants to know the current number of days for the company’s working capital cycle.
You are to assume the role of a financial analyst at Boston Flowers. The controller (judge) wants to know how changes to accounts receivable collections may impact the company’s working capital cycle. The controller (judge) wants to know the current number of days for the company’s working capital cycle.
You are to assume the role of a financial analyst at Boston Flowers. The controller (judge) wants to know how changes to accounts receivable collections may impact the company’s working capital cycle. The controller (judge) wants to know the current number of days for the company’s working capital cycle.
You are to assume the role of finance manager for Hans Productions. The owner (judge) needs you to create a cash flow budget and make recommendations about saving to purchase land for a new facility in the future.
You are to assume the role of finance manager for Hans Productions. The owner (judge) needs you to create a cash flow budget and make recommendations about saving to purchase land for a new facility in the future.
You are to assume the role of finance manager for Hans Productions. The owner (judge) needs you to create a cash flow budget and make recommendations about saving to purchase land for a new facility in the future.
You are to assume the roles of the manager and the assistant manager at Big Hen, a local restaurant specializing in chicken dishes. The owner (judge) wants you to determine how to change a popular promotion to make it more lucrative for the business while still maintaining positive customer relations.
You are to assume the roles of the manager and the assistant manager at Big Hen, a local restaurant specializing in chicken dishes. The owner (judge) wants you to determine how to change a popular promotion to make it more lucrative for the business while still maintaining positive customer relations.
You are to assume the roles of the manager and the assistant manager at Big Hen, a local restaurant specializing in chicken dishes. The owner (judge) wants you to determine how to change a popular promotion to make it more lucrative for the business while still maintaining positive customer relations.
You are to assume the role of the general manager of The United Express Store, a franchised subsidiary of United Express, a shipping company. The regional manager (judge) wants you to recommend a new product line The United Express Store can sell that will bring in new customers and differentiate from competition.
You are to assume the role of the general manager of The United Express Store, a franchised subsidiary of United Express, a shipping company. The regional manager (judge) wants you to recommend a new product line The United Express Store can sell that will bring in new customers and differentiate from competition.
You are to assume the role of the general manager of The United Express Store, a franchised subsidiary of United Express, a shipping company. The regional manager (judge) wants you to recommend a new product line The United Express Store can sell that will bring in new customers and differentiate from competition.
You are to assume the role of the marketing manager at Top Management, a management recruitment service. The owner (judge) wants you to warn customers about a current scam in the industry.
You are to assume the role of the marketing manager at Top Management, a management recruitment service. The owner (judge) wants you to warn customers about a current scam in the industry.
You are to assume the role of the marketing manager at Top Management, a management recruitment service. The owner (judge) wants you to warn customers about a current scam in the industry.
You are to assume the roles of the merchandising manager and the branding manager for Box It, a discount retail chain. The director of merchandising (judge) wants your team to develop a product exclusive that will build a younger clientele for the retailer.
You are to assume the roles of the merchandising manager and the branding manager for Box It, a discount retail chain. The director of merchandising (judge) wants your team to develop a product exclusive that will build a younger clientele for the retailer.
You are to assume the roles of the merchandising manager and the branding manager for Box It, a discount retail chain. The director of merchandising (judge) wants your team to develop a product exclusive that will build a younger clientele for the retailer.
Use DECA's Chapter Campaign Guidebook for a detailed overview of each campaign and helpful tools to assist your members through the process.
Use DECA's Chapter Campaign Guidebook for a detailed overview of each campaign and helpful tools to assist your members through the process.
Use DECA's Chapter Campaign Guidebook for a detailed overview of each campaign and helpful tools to assist your members through the process.
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Join the AICPA to learn about free resources available to DECA advisors and students including career exploration tools, classroom resources, scholarship information and more.
Join the AICPA to learn about free resources available to DECA advisors and students including career exploration tools, classroom resources, scholarship information and more.
Learn more about DECA's Corporate Challenge for the 2026-2027 year, gain tips for member engagement and get answers to frequently asked questions.
Learn more about DECA's Corporate Challenge for the 2026-2027 year, gain tips for member engagement and get answers to frequently asked questions.
Learn more about DECA's Corporate Challenge for the 2026-2027 year, gain tips for member engagement and get answers to frequently asked questions.
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