Wage and salary administration refers to establishing compensation policies and managing an organization's pay program. Its objectives include attracting qualified employees, retaining current staff, maintaining fair pay, and complying with legal requirements. Principles of administration state that pay should be flexible, consistent, fair based on job duties, and regularly reviewed. Components of compensation include financial elements like hourly wages, incentives, and benefits, as well as non-financial rewards. Factors influencing pay internally and externally.