Payroll Management - The UK Payroll System (Udemy.com)
Learn the Basic Principles and Laws of UK Payroll. ***Updated Annually for Tax Legislation Changes incl. 2025/26 NI***
Created by: Dean Miller
Last updated August 2025
What you will learn
- Acquire a knowledge of the Payroll System adopted within the UK.
- Identify employer legal responsibilities and know how and when to act.
- Calculate and demonstrate an awareness of PAYE calculations.
- Understand key changes and updates to fulfil continuing competency and due care requirements.
How it compares
Against the other 200 rated Udemy courses in Accounting on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.5 out of 5higher than 49% of them
- Reviews787#68 of 201 by number of reviews
- Length13.3 hourslonger than 73% of them
- Last updatedAugust 2025more recently than 67% of them
Course Description
Captions: English, বাংলা, Français, Русский, 简体中文, Española, 한국인, Polski, Português (Portugal), Türkçe
Please note to international students, this course relates to the UK PAYE System.
Maybe you would like to learn how to process your own payroll, or you work in Accounts & Payroll and need some training, or are a student interested in getting into the field. Whatever your level of experience or need, The Salary Cloud is equipped to advance and progress you.
Training can be delivered by a qualified Association of Accounting Technician (MAAT) professional, with Education 16+ Teaching Status (PCET) with over 23 years experience gained via the Private Sector, Local Government Authority and the NHS. Not only will you receive sound theoretical knowledge, but you will also gain the value and benefit of being taught the subject with real life knowledge and experience exemplars and industry recognised software, so you can use your new found knowledge for the purpose you desire.
What You'll Learn
You'll learn from the very start, with a presumption of no prior experience or knowledge, and you will be introduced to key terms and concepts. You'll learn the major components and principles of the PAYE UK Payroll system along with key laws and regulations.
How Will I Learn?
As an experienced Educational Trainer, you will be taught in a manner that will embed learning with the minimal effort on your part. Online quizzes and resources (backed up with PDF copies) will be provided so that you have immediate access and assessment outcome. Some of the resources may include:
In-lesson Activities
Multiple Choice Questioning
True/False Statements
Matching Questions
Written Responses
Flashcards
Learn Activity
Games (e.g. Gravity and Match).
You will be continuously tested as you run through the course, so don't be surprised if you come across a prior topic quiz to keep you and your understanding fresh.
Why This Course?
Quite simply, this course is flexible, affordable and relevant. Payroll is a fluid subject due to constant governmental changes and requirements, so this course has been designed to fit this fluidity. The content is based on 2022/2023 tax year and will be updated as the years progress. If you want a complete course that is interactive, up to date and relevant, then look no further.
Also, as a student, your feedback is of high importance to the building of this course, so if there are any areas you feel can be added to or improved, please get in touch as your suggestions will help grow.
Instructor Details
- 4.5 Rating
787 Reviews
Dean Miller
Maybe you would like to learn how to process your own payroll or accounts, or you work in Accounts & Payroll and need some training, or are a student interested in getting into the field. Whatever your level of experience or need, The Salary Cloud is equipped to advance and progress you.
Training will be delivered by a qualified Association of Accounting Technician (MAAT) professional, with Education 16+ Teaching Status (PCET) and over 25 years experience gained via the Private Sector, Local Government Authority and the NHS. Not only will you receive sound theoretical knowledge, but you will also gain the value and benefit of being taught the subject with real life knowledge and experience exemplars and industry recognised software, so you can use your new found knowledge for the purpose you desire.
Teaching is inclusive of need and price, so no prior knowledge or experience is required for our courses, and we are firm believers that price shouldn't be a factor to your learning, therefore our online teaching format will met your lifestyle requirements and financial situation.
I hope you learn a few things from my courses, and even if it only improves your skills and confidence, so that you can progress in your chosen professional area. Thanks and enjoy.
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Reviews
By Richie Hewitt on 9/18/2026
he's basically just reading out text on powerpoint slides. would be a lot quicker to just make the slides available. also, why should I have to sign up to a quiz site? Udemy offers quizzing functionality.
By Patricia Camarero on 8/15/2026
Hi, I'm an accountant that recently is taking over Payrolling and this course is helping me a lot to understand all the concepts I need for my work. Easy to understand, with loads of examples, links to pages that are useful for my work. Payroll can be a very difficult matter with lot of regulations but this course is very clear. I have been struggling with my work for months. So upset I haven't found this course earlier. :)
By Estelle Winward on 12/31/2025
I have not done payroll for years so a good refresher and (showing my age here) enjoyed rediscovering the manual tables. One improvement please= I live in Scotland, could you please state in the course to watch out for differences where necessary? You don't need to go into the details, just state that different tax rates apply for example and that people should look them up. If you say at start course that you would point them out when needed, then we know that everything else is same. I spent some time checking on line if certain parts where the same or not and for all I know still missed something that I assumed was same. Thank you
By Natalia Cazac on 4/15/2025
I completed this course in around 17.5 hours and found it to be very informative and well-structured. It covers all the key principles of UK payroll in great detail, with clear explanations and practical examples throughout. The content is up-to-date with current tax legislation, which adds real value. A great course for anyone looking to build a solid understanding of UK payroll or refresh their knowledge. Highly recommended!
By John Walsh on 12/18/2024
As a finance professional, I have found this course to be simply excellent in all respects. Complete in regard to every detail, Insightful, relevant, thorough and supported to today. Example, recent employer NI increase and formula driven solution, building on the original knowledge with an eye to recent developments. Cannot recommend highly enough. JW.
By Pratiksha Langer on 10/15/2024
The Course provided a Basic Knowledge about the UK Payroll. The course had multiple examples that were used to provide better understanding. It would be more helpful if few points on payroll fillings would also had been discussed. Overall if one is looking for having clarity on basic terms, it is a fruitful course to take.
By Neven Sumrak on 7/13/2024
For good part of the course I was agreeing with the lower star reviews and monotony of the course and Instructors voice. I lost count of how many times I though my internet connection broke and the video is paused, because there was no movement on the screen and Dean abruptly paused speaking. Then I realized that this is a Payroll course and it's not supposed be super fun and engaging. It's supposed be informative and to the point, and it's exactly what it is. It's full of useful information, in depth explanations and examples. Only reason I'm not giving full 5 stars is that the audio quality is not the best so even at 100% volume it feels like 70% and at times harder to hear instructor.
By Burçin on 12/24/2023
I think it was a useful course for people who are not familiar with the payroll system in the UK. The course owner explained it in detail and clearly. Additionally, having subtitles makes the course even more understandable. I am very satisfied and I recommend it to those who are interested. I would like to thank the course owner very much for his efforts.
By Barbara Raquel Matos da Fonseca on 6/1/2023
I recently completed the 'Payroll Management - The UK Payroll System' course, and I am extremely pleased with the knowledge and skills I gained. This course provides a thorough understanding of the basic principles and laws governing payroll in the UK, with annual updates to keep up with tax legislation changes. What impressed me the most was the course's ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and accessible manner. The instructor used a teaching style that made it easy for learners of all levels to comprehend the UK payroll system. Whether you're a beginner or already have some knowledge, this course is a must!
By Tin Shui on 3/15/2023
It is a great course that has explained essential elements of the UK payroll in a detailed and clear way. Examples and exercises provide opportunities to refresh and practise what I have learnt. All the information is updated in accordance with the latest changes. If you need some knowledge of the UK payroll, either being a payroll administrator or an HR person, it is definitely the course I would recommend you invest your time to try.
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Overall Score : 90 / 100






