The investiture ceremony is an induction webinar or live event for all new members of SDA and its new executive before the commencement of a new SDA calendar year. The investiture program is mandatory for all new members and serves as the last event in the induction process which begins with a 2 weeks interim class, where the prospective members of SDA are introduced to the SDGs and the core values of the club. Afterwards, an exam is given to prospective members with an expectation of a minimum of 50% pass mark, and this qualifies them for the award of membership and certification.