DECA ...

What is it?

A student organization that gives members the opportunity to obtain practical experience in marketing and business and entrepeneurship. A vital part of active involvment in this association is participation in local, regional, state, and national conferences that enhance every DECA member's character and develop them into future business leaders and entrepeneurs. 

Members of this organization get a real prime chance to experience real success in their personal, educational, and professional lives. Take initiative and join this association that will guide you to new and greater levels of success!

How can I get involved?

Students enrolled in marketing education courses at institutions where a DECA chapter is active have the chance to pay the dues and join this organization. Classrooms across the United States, Canada, Germany, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands form local DECA associations and elect their own student officers. Members are guided by Marketing Ed teachers and learn the methods of leadership in their schools.

Members can be actively involved through involvement in DECA Competitions that are held at various conferences, participating in any local DECA chapter activity, running for office on a local, state, or national level, or even just showing up at local chapter meetings and showing an active interest.

Of other student organizations active throughout North America, DECA is the only one that operates in all 50 states, U.S. territories, and Canada.