HR and Payroll Management

International Open Academy

Module Exams

Included in course price

Companies will always be looking to fill roles in the fields of human resources and payroll management. That’s because no company can remain afloat without essential HR services.

The HR department never stands still, especially with new laws, technological improvements and employee expectations to consider. You’ll learn about the many HR and payroll functions to develop the skills you need as a successful HR professional such as:

• How to recruit the right employees and then retain them
• Training and developing staff
• Maintaining the payroll system
• Employees' benefits
• Keeping records secure
• Employee confidentiality
• Trends in HR
• How to help the company stick to its business goals and objectives

After the course, you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of human resources; its importance to people and organisations; and know how to get the best out of people. Make a difference to people’s working lives by studying HR & Payroll Management in readiness for your next career move.

How is the HR & Payroll Management course assessed?

There is a short multiple selection exam at the end of each module for you to take, You’ll know your score immediately. By studying HR & Payroll Management online with IOA, you do not pay an extra fee for sitting an exam or have to wait for a set date to sit an exam.

HR & Payroll Management Course Syllabus

Module 1: Getting Started

• Human Resources
• Payroll Management
• Necessary Skills
• Educational Requirements and Credentials
• Getting Hired

Module 2: HR Trends

• Hiring Diversity
• Job Offer Negotiations
• Training and Development
• Generational Differences
• Working With a Leadership Team

Module 3: Payroll And Benefits

• Exemption Status
• Medical Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Days, Personal Days, and Other Miscellaneous Employee Benefits
• Handling Payroll Questions

Module 4: Records

• Creating and/or Maintaining a Payroll System
• Documenting Personnel Conflicts
• Reporting Earnings, Taxes, and Other Data
• Employee File Must-Haves
• Confidentiality

Module 5: Management

• Keeping Employees Informed
• Maintaining Compliance
• Understanding and Adhering to Organizational Goals
• Using Technology to Connect
• Remaining Available

• Anyone interested in a career in Human Resources and Payroll Management
• Existing HR workers who want to improve or update their skills
• Existing HR workers seeking promotion or a pay rise
• Small business owners who need to ensure they are meeting their requirements as a responsible employer
• Anyone in management who wants to understand more about the rights and needs of their workforce
• Shop stewards or employees’ representatives who want to know their rights

This HR & Payroll Management course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.

• Start a career or gain promotion in HR or payroll management
• Get a job within training and development fields
• Act as a HR consultant for smaller businesses in need of professional assistance
• Take what you have learned and apply it to your own small business