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INTERNATIONAL CAREER DEVELOPEMTN CONFERENCEVirtualApril 19 – 23, 2021Registration for DECA’s International Career Development Conference is submitted to DECA Inc. by the IndianaDECA chartered association advisor who receives and verifies the information from chapter advisors. All “Leaders,”“Competitors,” and “Advisors” attending the conference are required to register for the conference and ALLdelegates must meet ALL eligibility requirements set by DECA Inc., including membership.REGISTRATION FEERegistration MUST be received by March 17, 2021Leader 35 per student member plus 15 Indiana Fee 50Competitor 55 per student member plus 15 Indiana Fee 70Advisor 35 per advisor plus 15 Indiana Fee 50*A minimum of one chapter advisor must register per chapter with Leader and Competitor participants.Those participating at the “Member” rate of 0 per student member do not need to register and will simply usetheir DECA membership ID and a password to login to the conference portal.REGISTRATION PROCEDUREAll registrations will be received electronically via the registration website that was used for SCDC. The registrationwebsite will open on or before March 8, 2021. Registration is DUE March 17, 2021 by midnight EST.Important Note for Competitors:Your competitive events qualifiers should only register for ICDC if they can participate on the designated days oftheir competitive event. Unfortunately, there are no exceptions.For preliminary competition, members will have a specific day for each component: to turn in their written entry,take their exam, and record their presentation. They can do this during a timeframe (8 am EST to 9 pm EST) at anypoint during that specific day. For final competition, members will have a specific day and time for theirpresentation that will be published with the announcement of the finalists.Before registering your competitors, please ensure that your competitive events qualifiers will be able toparticipate using live video conference software at any given point during the school day on this day in the eventyour competitors advance to finals. During the live final video competition, an adult proctor will join the studentmember(s) and judge(s).All members appearing before a judge must wear an official DECA blazer and adhere to the dress code. Thedeadline to order blazers and receive prior to ICDC is April 1.REGISTRATION DEADLINERegistration is due NO LATER than Wednesday, March 17, by midnight EST.No additions/substitutions for competitors will be accepted after Wednesday, March 31, 2021.
PAYMENTDeadline to receive payment for registration is Wednesday, April 7, 2021. (Please allow 5-7 days for USPS maildelivery.)Make checks payable to:Indiana DECAPlease remit payment to:Indiana DECAJanice E. Brown12631 West RoadZionsville, IN 46077REFUND POLICYAfter your chapter has a confirmed registration for the conference, any changes or cancellations MUST be made byreplying via the confirmation e-mail you received. The cancellation deadline is March 31, 2021. Prior to thecancellation deadline, delegates cancelled (after the registration deadline) will be charged a cancellation fee of 15. After the cancellation deadline, the full registration fee will be due. Substitutions can be made at no cost upuntil March 31, 2021.*Note that if a substitution is made in the Team Decision Making events, one of the participants must have been amember of the original team that qualified for SCDC at the district level.PARTICIPATION CRITERIAThe DECA Inc. Board of Directors has specified that there must be a minimum of one adult advisor for everychapter, and that advisor will be responsible for communications to their student members throughout thecompetition process. There are no restrictions on the number of adult advisors who may attend.To be eligible to attend the International Career Development Conference, each high school division member mustmeet these basic criteria: Be an active member of a division of DECA. Membership must be recorded on an official DECA membershiproster and be on file with DECA Inc. Have the approval of the chartered association DECA advisor. Have the approval of the chapter DECA advisor. Have the approval of the school administration. Have the approval of parent or guardian unless 21 years or older.Any professional, alumni or collegiate division member meeting the above criteria is eligible to attend theInternational Career Development Conference.In addition to the above criteria, high school division members must meet one (1) of the following criteria toparticipate beyond the Member Package level: Be a chartered association participant in one of the international competitive activities and registered forthe Competitor Package. Dues must be paid by March 1. Be a DECA Inc. scholarship award recipient. Be a chartered association, area, or regional officer. Be a voting delegate representing his/her chartered association for his/her division. Be registered for the Leader Package. Be a chartered association delegate by receiving special permission from his/her chartered associationDECA advisor (limited to 1% of the chartered association’s DECA Inc. membership in the high Schooldivision.)
Allocation for competitors and chartered association representatives are based on each chartered association’smembership in the high school division on June 30 of the previous calendar year.STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDSWe want to make every opportunity available for our special needs members to participate in the ICDC. An onlineform is at http://www.deca.org/icdcspecialservices to identify students that need special services. We will workwith the school and/or chartered association to provide the appropriate services. It is critical that we receive theform by the March 27 due date in order to arrange the appropriate services.
VIRTUAL ICDCREGISTRATION PACKAGESMembers and advisors can select from four different registration packages to customize your DECA Virtual International CareerDevelopment Conference experience.Some chartered associations may charge an additional registration fee to cover administrative costs. Chapter advisors will register theirchapter with their chartered association.MEMBER PACKAGE 0 PER STUDENT MEMBERPerfect for DECA members who want to be part of the Virtual ICDC experience!The package includes: Access to the General Sessions Access to Partner OpportunitiesLEADER PACKAGEICDC SWAG PACK 35 PER STUDENT MEMBERPerfect for DECA members wishing to enhance their leadership skills.The package includes all Member Package benefits plus: Access to On-Demand Conference Workshops Access to On-Demand Emerging Leader Series Access to Social Activities ICDC Swag PackAvailable with Leader,Competitior and AdvisorPackage registration, the SwagPack includes: DECA stadium bagExclusive conference t-shirtCommemorative lapel pinConference laptop stickerDECA sunglassesDECA plastic stadium cupCOMPETITOR PACKAGE 55 PER STUDENT MEMBERExclusively offered to DECA members who qualify to participate in ICDClevel competitive events through their chartered association.The package includes all Member and Leader Package benefits plus: Access to compete in the qualified competitive event and theopportunity to win DECA Glass Competitor TranscriptADVISOR PACKAGE 35 PER ADVISORExclusively offered to DECA advisors. A minimum of one chapter advisormust register per chapter with Leader and Competitor participants.The package includes all Member and Leader Package benefits plus: Advisor Appreciation Gift Access to post-event transcripts for Competitor participants fromyour chapter.VIRTUAL DECA ICDC 2021 REGISTRATION GUIDE 21
INTERNATIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT L 12APRIL 13APRIL 14APRIL 15APRIL 16WRITTEN ENTRYSUBMISSIONONLINE TESTINGBusiness OperationsResearchPersonal FinancialLiteracy ExamMarketing ExamHospitality andTourism ExamBusinessManagement ExamBOR, BMOR, FOR,HTOR, SEORPFLHTPS, HTDM, HLM,QSRM, RFSM, TTDMBLTDM, HRMProject ManagementPMBS, PMCD, PMCA,PMCG, PMFL, PMSPEntrepreneurshipEIP, ESB, EIB, IBP, EBG, EFBBusiness AdministrationCore ExamAAM, ASM, BSM, BTDM,FMS, IMCE, IMCP, IMCS,MCS, MTDM, PSE, RMS,SEM, STDMFinance ExamACT, BFS, FCE, FTDMPBM, PFN, PHT, PMKEntrepreneurship ExamENT, ETDMIntegrated MarketingCampaignIMCE, IMCP, IMCSOther EventsSMG, SBEF, SBERAPRIL 19APRIL 20APRIL 21APRIL 22APRIL 23CORE ICDC WEEK Featuring On-Demand Emerging Leader Series and On-Demand WorkshopsGrand Opening Session8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PTPRELIMINARY COMPETITIONPrinciples of BusinessAdministrationPBM, PFN, PHT, PMKPersonal FinancialLiteracyIndividual SeriesTeam Decision MakingACT, AAM, ASM, BFS, ENT,FMS, HLM, HRM, MCS,QSRM, RFSM, RMS, SEMBLTDM, BTDM, ETDM,FTDM, HTDM, MTDM,STDM, TTDMBusiness OperationsResearchBOR, BMOR, FOR,HTOR, SEORIntegrated MarketingCampaignPFLIMCE, IMCP, IMCSSchool-based EnterpriseProfessional Sellingand ConsultingSBEF, SBERProject ManagementPMBS, PMCD, PMCA,PMCG, PMFL, PMSPEntrepreneurshipEIP, ESB, EIB, IBP, EBG, EFBStock Market GameSMGFCE, HTPS, PSEAPRIL 26APRIL 27APRIL 28APRIL 29APRIL 30Individual SeriesTeam Decision MakingBLTDM, BTDM, ETDM,FTDM, HTDM, MTDM,STDM, TTDMBusiness OperationsResearchProject ManagementACT, AAM, ASM, BFS, ENT,FMS, HLM, HRM, MCS,QSRM, RFSM, RMS, SEMFINAL COMPETITIONPrinciples of BusinessAdministrationPBM, PFN, PHT, PMKPersonal FinancialLiteracyBOR, BMOR, FOR,HTOR, SEORIntegrated MarketingCampaignPFLIMCE, IMCP, IMCSSchool-based EnterpriseProfessional Sellingand ConsultingSBEF, SBERPMBS, PMCD, PMCA,PMCG, PMFL, PMSPEntrepreneurshipEIP, ESB, EIB, IBP, EBG, EFBStock Market GameSMGFCE, HTPS, PSEMAY 3MAY 4MAY 5MAY 6Grand Awards Session8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PTVIRTUAL DECA ICDC 2021 REGISTRATION GUIDE 5
DECA’S EMERGING LEADER SERIES is designed to empower DECA members to provide effectiveleadership through goal setting, consensus building and project implementation.Aligned with 21st Century Skills in the areas of critical thinking and problem solving, communication,collaboration and creativity, and innovation, DECA’s Emerging Leader Series prepares membersto be effective leaders in college and careers. A curated selection of sessions from each of theEmerging Leader Series academies will be available on-demand during the Virtual International CareerDevelopment Conference, and Elevate and Empower are also available at the DECA Emerging ATEGRADUATEULTIMATECHAPTER LEADERULTIMATEASSOCIATION OFFICERULTIMATEMEMBERULTIMATECHAPTERAs you soon graduate,the sky is the limitfor your aspirations.Do you know what toexpect in college orhow to be successfulin your career? Learnhow to leverage yourDECA experience toyour advantage incollege, interviews andinternships. Aspire toget on the fast trackto college and careersuccess.Elevate your leadershipin DECA by becomingthe ultimate DECAchapter leader!Discover your personalleadership style andhow you can use thatto take your chapter tothe next level. Now’syour time to elevateyour DECA status frommember to chapterleader.As a DECA associationofficer, one of yourmain responsibilitiesis to empowerthe members youserve. Learn how toeffectively performyour role as anassociation leader,design an effectivestrategic planand employempoweringcommunicationsstrategies andmethods.Ignite your sparkfor DECA! As anemerging leader, youhave great potentialto take advantage ofall that DECA offers.Now’s your time togain an edge as youlearn how you can takeyour personal DECAexperience to the nextlevel and ignite yourpassion for DECA.Now it’s time tothrive with other highperforming chaptersand continue todevelop your toolboxof collaboration,communications,critical thinking andcreativity skills.VIRTUAL DECA ICDC 2021 REGISTRATION GUIDE 15
DRESS CODEProfessional appearance is an important aspect of the overall preparation of DECA members for the business world. To that end,DECA supports a dress code for its career-based functions that exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism while being nondiscriminatory between genders.DECA’s board of directors has developed the following official dress standards for the International Career Development Conference.Students, advisors and chaperones must follow the dress code.Competitors must wear an official DECA blazer during interaction with the judges (live or pre-recorded). Professional dress should alsobe worn to all live, virtual conference sessions.For a more polished, professional appearance, it is recommended that attendees wear appropriate hosiery/socks.All skirts and dresses must be at or below the knee.AN OFFICIAL DECA BLAZER IS REQUIRED WHEN APPEARING BEFORE A JUDGE(INCLUDING LIVE AND PRE-RECORDED PRESENTATIONS.WHEN APPEARING BEFORE JUDGES (INCLUDINGLIVE AND PRE-RECORDED PRESENTATIONS) Official DECA blazer Dress slacks or dress skirt or business dress Collared dress shirt and appropriate neckwear (necktie, ascot,scarf) or Dress blouse Dress shoesVIRTUAL GRAND OPENING ANDGRAND AWARDS SESSION. Business suit or sport coat or blazer (blazer optional)Dress slacks, dress skirt or business dressCollared dress shirt, dress blouse or dress sweaterBlazer optionalDress shoesNecktie/scarf (optional)DECA BUSINESS CASUAL Casual slacks (e.g., Dockers), blouse or shirt, socks and casualshoes. Jeans, t-shirts and athletic shoes are not included in businesscasual attire.UNACCEPTABLE DURING DECA ACTIVITIES Skin-tight or revealing clothingMidriff-baring clothingSwimwearAthletic clothingLeggings or graphic designed hosiery/tightsClothing with printing that is suggestive, obscene or promotesillegal substances Unacceptable types of dress shoes include boat shoes, canvasor fabric shoes, flip flops or casual sandals, athletic shoes,industrial work shoes and hiking boots.When judging adherence to the dress code, DECA asks that advisors, teachers and chaperones use observation as the tool forassessing compliance. DECA does not support or condone the touching of students or their clothing as a means of determiningwhether or not a student is following the dress code guidelines.Any medical exceptions to this code must be documented in the conference headquarters prior to the beginning of the conference.This is the responsibility of the local advisor.VIRTUAL DECA ICDC 2021 REGISTRATION GUIDE 27
DELEGATE CONDUCTPRACTICES PROCEDURESThe Board of Directors for DECA Inc. requires each delegate attending the International Career Development Conferenceto read and complete the Attendance Permission Form and return to the DECA chartered association advisor as partialcompletion of attendance requirements. The term “delegate” shall mean any DECA member,including advisors, attending conferences (highschool, collegiate, alumni, professional). There shall be no defacing of public property. Anydamage to any property or furnishing in the hotelrooms or building must be paid for by the individualor chapter responsible. Delegates must wear identification badges andwristbands at all times. Delegates shall refrain from using inappropriate orprofane language at all times. Delegates shall refrain from written, verbal, physicalor electronic activities that may lead to harassment,hazing, bullying or damaging property. The use of any harassment against anyone on thebasis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry,age, gender, sexual orientation, or disability isprohibited. No delegate shall leave the hotel (except forauthorized events) unless permission has beenreceived from chapter and chartered associationadvisors. Delegates should be prompt and prepared for allactivities. Delegates should be financially prepared for allactivities. Delegates are required to attend all sessions andactivities assigned including workshops, competitiveevents, committee meetings, etc., for which theyare registered unless engaged in some specificassignment scheduled at the same time. Delegates will spend nights at their assigned hoteland in their assigned room. No guests allowed duringcurfew hours. Delegates will be quiet at curfew. Curfew will be enforced. Curfew means the delegatewill be in his/her assigned room. Delegates shall respect the rights and safety of otherhotel guests. Chartered associations will be responsible fordelegates’ conduct. Delegates shall not possess alcoholic beverages,narcotics or weapons in any form at any time underany circumstances. Delegates shall refrain from gambling—playing cards,dice or games of chance for money or other things ofvalue.Delegates ignoring or violating any of the aboverules will subject their entire delegation to beingunseated and their candidates or competitive eventsparticipants to being disqualified. Individual delegatesmay be sent home immediately at their own expense. Tasteful casual wear will be accepted during specificsocial functions as designated during orientation. Use of tobacco products and electronic cigarettes bydelegates is prohibited at all DECA functions. Delegates must adhere to the dress code at all times. Delegates must not dress or behave in a manner thancan be interpreted as sexually explicit. Students shall keep their adult advisors informed oftheir activities and whereabouts at all times.VIRTUAL DECA ICDC 2021 REGISTRATION GUIDE 26
PARTICIPATION PERMISSION FORMATTENDANCEThis is to certify that has my permission to attend the above named DECAactivity. I also do hereby on behalf of him/her absolve and release the school officials, the DECA chapter advisors and the assignedchartered association DECA staff from any claims for personal injuries or illness which might be sustained while he/she is en route toand from or during the DECA sponsored activity.EMERGENCYAny medical exceptions to this code must be documented in the conference headquarters prior to the beginning of the conference. Thisis the responsibility of the local advisor.We have read and agree to abide by the delegate conduct practices and procedures and dress code. We also agree that the schoolofficials, the DECA chapter advisors, the chartered association DECA staff, or the Conference Conduct Committee members have theright to send the student home from the activity at our expense, provided that he/she has violated the delegate conduct practices andprocedures and/or his/her conduct has become a detriment.Student SignatureParent/Guardian Signature PhoneChapter Advisor SignatureSchool Official SignatureInsurance Company NamePolicy NumberVIRTUAL DECA ICDC 2021 REGISTRATION GUIDE 28
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