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Payroll Specialist

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Begin your career right after graduating from this two-term diploma program, which will equip you with the technical and social skills you need to become a valued payroll specialist for businesses large or small.

Degrees

Payroll Specialist

Degree:

Diploma

This program provides the knowledge and skills necessary to perform routine calculating, journalizing, posting and verifying duties to...

Location:

Moorhead Campus

Online

Credits:

Overview

Program Overview

Learn how to professionally prepare and report payroll, perform routine calculations, and maintain financial and employee records with this diploma program, which covers both traditional and digital accounting concepts and applications.

You'll learn:

Accounting theory as it applies to service and merchandising organizations
Compliant payroll and financial statement preparation
Analyzing and solving human resources problems and situations
Effective communications, critical thinking and ethical responsibility
Use of technology, including a variety of integrated accounting software
Interpersonal communication skills, including interviewing, negotiation, presentation and training applied to human resource management
Ethical policy and procedure development related to employment processes

Related Programs

You may also be interested in our Accounting degree program, Accounting Transfer Pathway or Accounting Clerk diploma program.

Scholarships/Cost

M State has one of the lowest tuition rates in Minnesota, and thanks to grants, scholarships and sponsorships, more than half of all M State students have a completely tuition-free experience.

Learn all about our low tuition rates and fees at Detailed Cost. To explore financial aid options, visit Paying for College. We also offer Zero Textbook Cost programs and courses, which can save you substantial money on books; learn more at Z-Degrees.

Program Cost Estimate

Payroll Specialist Diploma

Foundation Scholarships

M State's two foundations award more than $280,000 in student scholarships each year. You may be eligible — learn more at Foundations.

Workforce Development Scholarships

More than 40 programs at M State offer Workforce Development Scholarships to new students. See if your program is eligible and apply at Workforce Development Scholarships.

Business and Industry Sponsorships

M State collaborates with local businesses to offer valuable student support, such as financial assistance, internships, part-time jobs and full-time career opportunities. Find details at Business and Industry Partner Sponsorships.

Sample Classes

Meet the Faculty

Adam Baker

Accounting Faculty

adam.baker@minnesota.edu

Dana Haagenson

Director of Business Training

dana.haagenson@minnesota.edu

Brian Keller

Accounting Faculty

brian.keller@minnesota.edu

Judy Patrick

Accounting Faculty

judy.patrick@minnesota.edu

Michele Waldera

Accounting Faculty

michele.waldera@minnesota.edu

Student Stories

Meet Rachael

"I had always heard amazing things about the college and how student success is their priority. I never once doubted that I would graduate or felt the urge to give up on the program."

Read Rachael's story

Payroll Specialist

Program Overview

Related Programs

Scholarships/Cost

Program Cost Estimate

Foundation Scholarships

Workforce Development Scholarships

Business and Industry Sponsorships

Sample Classes

Meet the Faculty

Student Stories

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