DECA Direct
Quick Questions
March/April 2017
Name ____________________________________
NEW CAREERS EMERGING IN THE FINANCE FIELD (p. 12)
1. Why you think it is important for high school students to recognize the variety of careers
available to them in the finance industry, such as being a Certified Financial Planner, before
they enter college?
2. Why do you think the Certified Financial Planner profession is gaining more notoriety and
attention lately?
HOW TO BE FINANCIALLY SAVVY IN COLLEGE (p. 14)
1. While it’s important to budget in college, these skills are transferable to high school
students as well. What are some budgeting tips you can take from this article and apply
to your life today?
2. Why do you believe it is important that high school students understand the importance
of wise spending and budgeting before them begin college? How can this skill help them
down the road?
CPAS: KEEPING EVERY INDUSTRY ON TRACK (p. 20)
1. Which CPA job surprised you the most, and which job do you think you would most
enjoy having the most? Explain your answers to a partner and share with the class.
2. Beyond being a CPA, many jobs have additional requirements, such as holding an MBA
or having foreign language skills. Why do you think having these add so much value to
an individual’s resume, especially if he or she want to be a CPA?
4 THINGS TEENS ABSOLUTELY MUST KNOW BEFORE TAKING OUT A STUDENT LOAN (p. 22)
1. What was one thing in this article that you did not know about student loans that
surprised you and why?
2. Write down what you believe are two pros and two cons to taking out student loans.
Do you think the pros outweigh the cons? Why or why not?