Diploma in Payroll Management

This is one course that will really pay off

Looking to be the next stand out candidate in the numbers game? Well, here’s your opportunity. The Career Academy Diploma in Payroll will enable you to gain an intermediate level of knowledge and a strong understanding of payroll legislation and software, plus how to organise and analyse data in Excel. This practical course will set you up to be effective and efficient with some of Excel’s extended features, plus you’ll learn how to process payroll using payroll software. Once completed, it will further enhance your payroll skills, enabling you to pursue a career in the payroll sector as a Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll Officer.

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Duration

~200 Hours | 12 Months Access

Study in your own time, at your own pace. Students generally complete one module per-week.

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Become an Expert in Payroll

Be awarded with an industry and employer recognised certificate of achievement on completion of this course.

Investment & Payment Options

Improve your career prospects for just €999

Or from only €25 per week with our no deposit, interest free payment plan.

Students rate us 4.8 out of 5 stars

How you'll benefit

Learn the fundamentals of payroll legislation, payroll software and administration
Obtain a major understanding of how to process payroll
The Career Academy is a Xero Education Partner – receive the official Xero advisor certification on completion
Receive unlimited tutor support via phone and email
Gain an industry and employer recognised certificate – with an endorsed course on your CV
Flexible online study – work at your own pace in your own time.
Be qualified and earn more with a new job or promotion

Course Modules

Introduction to Payroll

Fundamentals of Payroll

Certificate in Xero Payroll

Introduction to Xero Online
Setting up Xero Payroll
Managing Payroll Items with Xero
New Employees & Leave Requests with Xero
Pay Templates in Xero
Pay Runs in Xero
Payslips & Payroll Reporting with Xero
Employment Payment Summaries with Xero
Certificate in Xero Payroll Assessment

Certificate in Sage Payroll

Setting up Sage One Payroll
Pay Runs in Sage One Payroll
Managing Employees & Pensions in Sage One Payroll
Year End Obligations in Sage One Payroll

Certificate in Personnel Management & HR

Certificate in Budgeting & Financial Management

Accounting and Bookkeeping Fundamentals
General Journal
General Ledger and the Trial Balance
Depreciation
Adjusting Entries
Financial Statements
Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cashflow Management
Financial Statement Analysis

Certificate in Leadership & Team Building

Why The Career Academy?

We’re an internationally recognised online education provider, who partners with industry to deliver you the latest and most up to date content. We have almost 15 years experience in online education and help change the lives of over 20,000 students every single year.

Upskill and be awarded with an industry and employer recognised certificate to help you reach your potential & earn more.
You’ll receive unlimited tutor support from experienced professionals
Flexible online learning so you can study whenever and wherever you want
Get free access to the career centre who will review and improve your CV to help you succeed
83% of our graduates say our qualifications improved their ability to get a new job or promotion

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Receive unlimited tutor support

Our professional tutors at The Career Academy are industry experts who are passionate about helping students succeed. They’re committed to providing exceptional online course support and personal tutoring to help you succeed. Throughout your course, you’ll receive unlimited tutor support via phone and email.

Be awarded with an industry recognised certificate

Our students rate us 4.8 out of 5 stars

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FAQS

What is a payroll course?

A payroll course covers the fundamentals of payroll. It will enable you to gain an intermediate level of knowledge and a strong understanding of how to organise and analyse data in Excel or using payroll software.

What is a payroll diploma?

The advanced online course takes approximately 300 hours to complete and combines six qualifications into one. Once completed, it will further enhance your payroll skills, enabling you to pursue a career in the payroll sector as a Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll Officer.

How do you become qualified for payroll?

You should complete a professional payroll qualification such as the Certificate in Accounts Admin & Payroll or the Diploma in Payroll.

How long does a payroll course take?

Anywhere from 10 weeks to six months in duration.

Where can I learn payroll?

The Career Academy offers a variety of payroll courses.

What certifications should I get for payroll?

Certificate in Accounts Administration & Payroll or Diploma in Payroll Management

What is payroll accountant?

A payroll accountant is someone who performs both payroll and accounting related tasks.

How do I become a successful payroll manager?

At a minimum, you should complete a Diploma in Payroll Management to be considered for Payroll Manager roles.

What is the best course in payroll?

Certificate in Accounts Administration & Payroll or Diploma in Payroll Management.

Which certification is best for payroll?

If you want to pursue a career in payroll, best to complete the Diploma in Payroll Management.

How do I enrol?

There are no entry requirements or pre-requisites to enrol into this course. You can enrol online directly by selecting your course and clicking on “Enrol Now” and follow the prompts. Alternatively, you can enrol over the phone with our friendly student advisors. Give them a call on 01 437 8559 or email them at info@careeracademy.ie

Do you have a money back guarantee?

Absolutely! You’ve got a 14 day cooling off period (or trial period) at the start of your course. Take that time to look through all your learning material and get a feel for online learning. If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full money back guarantee.

What job can I get once I have completed the qualification?

Our qualifications prepare you take on a huge range of practical based roles. Contact a friendly student advisor on 01 437 8559 to find out about potential career outcomes and see where our courses can take you. Employers also constantly approach The Career Academy looking for students and employers also advertise for jobs in the Career Centre (available once you enrol). You’ll also receive a FREE CV review.

How does online learning work?

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Your course will be delivered by our online learning platform. You can access our online learning platform from any web browser 24/7 so you can work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students in the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the resources you need at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates, you can start whenever you are ready. Your tutors will check in on your progress and you do need to set up time to do your work. Most of The Career Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week. But if life gets busy you can take longer, or if you have time you can do more than one module a week.