What is a primary goal of DECA in terms of students' career readiness?

The primary goal of DECA is to promote entrepreneurship and real-world business skills. This is central to DECA's mission, which is to enhance the education of students in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management by providing them with opportunities to apply their knowledge and skills in practical environments. By focusing on entrepreneurship and real-world business scenarios, DECA equips students with the critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills necessary for success in their future careers. This approach ensures that students are not only prepared for immediate job opportunities but also for future entrepreneurial endeavors and business challenges they may face.

Other options do not align with DECA's core focus on student career readiness. Increasing funding for educational programs does not directly contribute to individual student skills or preparedness for the workforce. Encouraging participation in extracurricular activities, while beneficial, is more about student engagement than directly promoting career readiness. Developing state educational policies is outside DECA's scope of student-focused initiatives aimed at enhancing job skills and career opportunities.