Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Sage payroll

Gain a basic knowledge of computerised payroll using Excel and Sage Payroll software.

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Key course information

Dates
18/09/11 - 09/10/11

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
4 weeks

Time
10:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £185^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
CSP01

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course has finished

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This course is for learners who wish to gain a basic knowledge of computerised payroll by using Excel and Sage Payroll software.

What topics will we cover?

Using Excel for basic wages calculation.
Setting up a new company in Payroll.
Creating Payment types.
Creating Deductions types including PAYE (Pay As You Earn).
Calculations in Excel and Sage Payroll.
Entering data on employers and employees.
How to record absences and holidays.
How to enter YTD and P45 information.
Printing payslips.
Recording the employee as a leaver and printing his/her P45.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Use Excel to understand the basic elements of payroll.
Enter key data into Sage Payroll.
Calculate payments and deductions in Excel.
Calculate payments and deductions in Sage Payroll.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is an introductory course (level 1) for computerised payroll.
Having a basic knowledge of maths and working with computers, particularly Excel, would be useful.

You should be able to follow spoken and written instructions and add, subtract, multiply and divide.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Each student has their own computer.
Presentations will be made using computers, whiteboard, overhead screen and printed notes.
Step by step instruction, with demonstrations where appropriate, will help you grasp the concepts.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No. You will be given notes for the course. Reference books on Sage Payroll are available in the Supported Learning Centre for learners to use.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2515

computing@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30; Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30

You do not need to book an appointment, just come along on the days and at the times listed.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
18/09/11 to 09/10/11	Sun	10:00 - 17:00	4 weeks	£185	£185	£185	CSP01	Finished	» Select
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