What exactly does a hedge fund manager do?

Questions about the job of a hedge fund MANAGER?

• I have a couple questions about being a hedge fund MANAGER 1. What exactly does a hedge fund manager do? 2. Is a hedge fund manager hired or does he start his own business? 3. Is it expensive to start a hedge fund company? 4. Do you need exceptional/any education to start a hedge fund company? 5. Can you start a hedge fund company right out of college? 6. What kind of money does an average hedge fund manager make 7. What kind of money does a hedge fund manager make right out of college?

• Answer:

  A hedge fund manager generally has a degree in finance or a related major. The job is highly stressful and involves managing investments in options or commodities. Due to the large amount of money required to start such a business, you would most likely be working for an employer rather than being self employed. While you could be involved in such a business right out of college, it would be advisable to have some years of investment experience before becoming such a manager. Pay scale can depend on performance as well as types of investments involved.