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Free Payroll Course: International Payroll Fundamentals
Global payroll
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Deel is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. This course awards 1 PDC credit.
About this course
- Price: Free
- Number of lessons: 23
- Prerequisites: None
- Read time: 1 hour
Welcome to International Payroll Fundamentals
Making the shift from domestic to international payroll can be overwhelming for a payroll professional. Seemingly overnight, you’re tasked with becoming an expert in Australia’s superannuation requirements, Colombia’s fringe benefits, and the UK’s HRMC processes.
Whether you’re an entry-level payroll professional or an experienced payroll manager new to international payroll practices, this self-paced training program will help you better understand the basics of global payroll processing, cross-border payroll compliance, and more.
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Skills you’ll gain: Multi-country workforce management | Global compensation planning | International employment regulations | And more
Course content
This online course provides payroll professionals with foundational training in international payroll management. Modules include:
Welcome to International Payroll Fundamentals
- Welcome
- How to use this course
- The state of international payroll
Understanding Global Payroll Regulations
- Labor and employment laws
- Employment contract variations
- Tax laws
- Data privacy and protection laws
Handling Benefits and Deductions
- Mandatory benefits and deductions
- Voluntary benefits and deductions
- Taxable benefits, remittance schedules, and expatriate considerations
Setting Up Payroll for Multiple Countries
- Planning a payroll transformation project
- Setting up legal entities
- Choosing a payroll solution
- Choosing a compensation strategy
- Customizing your payroll policies
- Employee onboarding
Managing Currency Fluctuations and Exchange Rates
- Impact on global payroll
- Strategies for handling fluctuations
Payroll Reporting and Documentation
- Importance of payroll reporting
- Key elements of payroll documentation
- Ensuring compliant payslips
- Types of payroll reports
- Steps for effective payroll reporting and documentation
Certification Exam
- International Payroll Fundamentals Certification
Why choose this payroll course
- Certification upon completion: Earn a certificate of expertise after completing the training course, showcasing your newfound competencies in international payroll fundamentals
- Interactive learning: This online training uses a blend of video, infographics, quizzes, and text components to keep you engaged throughout your learning journey
- Actionable takeaways: Get access to free templates, guides, and global payroll resources that you can save and refer to throughout your career
- Deel expertise: Learn from the best in the industry with insights from Deel’s experts and partners
- Free enrollment: Knowledge should be accessible to all. Enjoy this course without any cost barriers
FAQs
Who should complete this course?
This course was designed for entry-level professionals in the payroll department who are new to managing multi-country payroll. It’s also a valuable introduction to global payroll for human resources teams, payroll accounting teams, and anyone running payroll administration for a growing global company—such as founders, benefits managers, and operations managers.
Which countries does this course cover?
This course includes general information and examples from various countries around the world. Please note that this course contains overarching guidance on running global payroll, not country-specific processes.
What expertise does Deel hold in international payroll?
Deel is an all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. We support 35k+ global businesses and have compliantly processed $10B in Global Payroll. Our experts have showcased their expertise in many events and webinars, and our products enable companies to seamlessly run payroll anywhere.
Are there prerequisites for taking this payroll training course?
No, there are no prerequisites for this course. You can acquire this fundamental payroll certification at any point in your payroll or HR career, such as during preparations for becoming a certified payroll professional (CPP) or to support other certification preparations.
How long does it take to complete this payroll certification program?
This course will take approximately one hour to complete. You can complete the course at your own pace, pausing your learning as needed without losing progress.
