Students in this program learn general Marketing skills as they apply to the wide world of travel. Classroom instruction introduces you to the many career opportunities available in the large and ever expanding field of Marketing. Part of the Marketing program allows you to participate in the operation of your high school's student store. Advanced Marketing students usually obtain a job that gives them real-world experience, and high school credit. This is local, regional, state and national organization where students test their Marketing talent in imaginary but realistic situations.
Local winners move on to compete at state and national conferences.
You have fun in DECA, and make new friends beyond your high school. High school students, who learn through their Marketing courses that they want to enter a Marketing career, may earn thirteen community college credits towards an Associate of Applied Science Degree from South Seattle Community College.