Course description
The CIPP Foundation Degree in Payroll Management is for current or aspiring payroll managers seeking to become qualified professionals at the forefront of the payroll industry.
Designed for those who wish to be thrust into the dynamic world of payroll management, this qualification develops an in-depth understanding of payroll processes and the legislation, contractual conditions and case law underpinning the profession.
Alongside this, students also acquire a broad range of managerial knowledge and skills including operations management, project management, marketing principles and budget controls.
Study the UK's only university-accredited payroll qualification
This is the only university-accredited payroll qualification offered in the UK. Students who complete the programme graduate from the University of Worcester.
Graduates of the Foundation Degree in Payroll Management are eligible for full membership in the CIPP. Students completing the course also take a significant step towards meeting the criteria for Chartered membership.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Existing payroll managers, payroll supervisors, payroll team leaders as well as experienced payroll officers and payroll administrators who wish to progress to payroll management positions whilst gaining a UK-recognised university degree.
The programme caters for those who work in all payroll environments; from payroll service providers, accountancy firms, in-house payroll teams and sole payrollers. Completion of this course significantly enhances career opportunities in the payroll industry, enabling progression onto not only payroll management roles but also payroll consultancy, payroll software development and positions in reward and benefits management.
Course delivery details
The Foundation Degree in Payroll Management is delivered through blended learning. Each module consists of one module workshop, delivered face to face at specified locations throughout the UK, a tutorial which will be provided either face to face or online based on your geographical location and self-driven home study through the Heart of Worcestershire College student website. For employers with five or more learners, the course can be delivered on your work premises. For further information please email us.
We would recommend an average study time of 8-10 hours per week in addition to the attendance days.
Expenses
£3,495 + VAT per year course fee.
Whilst studying with the CIPP you are required to be an associate level (or above) member of the Institute. CIPP membership provides invaluable support for your further reading and research whilst studying the qualification. If you are already a valued member of the institute at the associate level or above, only the course fee is payable.
What do my course fees include?
- Allocation of a fully qualified CIPP tutor to provide you with support during your studies, tutors are assigned to students based on geographical location to ensure maximum benefit and minimal travel requirements for students.
- Induction session providing course information, structure and advice.
- Module workshops (full day), one per module to review and discuss module material with a CIPP tutor.
- Tutorials (2-3 hours dependant on module), one per module to affirm knowledge and prepare for assessment.
- Access to the Heart of Worcestershire College student website, which provides:
- Discussion forums so that students can support each other and where tutors can respond to any questions relevant for the whole group
- Study material, induction, module workshop and tutorial slides, plus other relevant information
- University registration and the Heart of Worcestershire College student membership with specialist online support.
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