Global and international aid organisations continue to attempt to meet multiplying need with inadequate resources. Sound, relevant and empathetic management practices must be followed and promoted in aid and development programs both at international and local community level to ensure the continuity of aid funds. Many with management responsibilities in international aid organisations, both large and small, have recognised the need to become better trained and equipped to meet the greatly increased demands and stakeholder expectations. This subject is intended to provide a basis grounding in aid policy and practice.