Payroll is a critical business operation involving the management of employee compensation, benefits, and deductions. Coursera's payroll catalogue teaches you the intricacies of payroll processing, compliance with legal and tax requirements, and the use of payroll software. You'll learn about the calculation of gross wages, statutory and voluntary deductions, payroll accounting, and the preparation of payroll reports. This skill will equip you to handle payroll responsibilities in a human resources department, as a payroll specialist, or as a small business owner. You'll also gain insights into the strategic role of payroll in employee satisfaction and retention.