Previous ICDC competitive events winners share their thoughts and insights on DECA's online events. Discover tips and tricks to help you prepare for your quest for DECA glass in the Stock Market Game and Virtual Business Challenge.
Discussion Questions
- 1What are the benefits of participating in an online competitive event?
- 2What are the benefits and the risks of working with partners versus working individually in an online competitive event?
- 3What are effective strategies to use during the qualifying rounds of the Virtual Business Challenge competitive events?
- 4In the Virtual Business Challenge competitive events, how does the ICDC strategy differ from strategies used in qualifying rounds?
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