Frequently Asked Questions
Aren't DECA and FBLA similar? Why should I join DECA over an already-established business club?
Because DECA is more than just a business club. DECA offers students the opportunities to hone their skills in the sectors of marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, technology, public speaking, and much more...
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While FBLA’s competition style encompasses tests, pre-judged projects and presentations, a majority of FBLA events comprises only of written examinations. DECA has a more diversified competition style., which truly test a student's skill and aptitude.
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DECA meetings will be planned to help students prepare to the best of their ability before competitions. Unlike FBLA, DECA will meet much more frequently.
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The atmosphere we attempt to provide at DECA is more educational and fun!
How and why do we fundraise?
How will the meetings operate?
Our meetings will be an oppurtunity for students to familiarize themselves with and learn the entreprenuership process with DECA
Our upcoming meetings will include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Role Plays
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Case Study and interviews (mocks)
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Fundraising Plans
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Logistical Planning
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Regional Testings
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Elections
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Challenges and teamwork exercises
Fundraising is essential to generate revenue that would lower competition prices, in order to allow all of our passionate members to have the opportunity to display their skills and knowledge in the many sectors DECA has to offer. Members who wish to join DECA will need to actively participate in upcoming fundraising events, which include, but aren't limited to, the following:
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"Yankee Candle" Fundraising
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AMCM E-Business Fundraising (https://amcmdeca.com/)
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Morning "Cafe" or Lunches
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Business sponsorship
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