Meet Your MBA Admissions Coach: Tina Rahmani
I’m Tina – MBA admissions coach, former startup operator turned investor and advisor, and trusted guide at career-defining moments. I help ambitious people see and realise their full potential, turning possibilities into action. As a former MBA Protocol client myself, admitted to top programs across the US, UK, and Europe, I know our process works. Together we’ll not only shape your MBA application, but make sure you step into the next chapters of your career with purpose, clarity and momentum. Are you ready to level up?
Why Top MBA Applicants Trust Me
I went through the MBA Protocol program successfully myself and continue to see the benefits of the work I did with my coach over a decade ago. Now I help clients leverage the same process and my past experiences to craft and execute MBA application strategies that bring clarity well beyond the scope of the application itself.
I combine real-world, international experience with a human-centered approach. I guide each of my clients with strategic insight and practical know-how to unlock their unique story. From advising Fortune 500 executives to leading product and marketing teams through a multi-billion-dollar exit, I know how to identify what matters most – in business and in your story. As an investor, I spot potential quickly and understand what it takes to realize it. Spoiler alert: the human behind the idea is key.
If you’re into Human Design, I’m a Generator, meaning I’m wired to cut through complexity and guide you towards your most aligned & energized path as efficiently as possible. Speaking about efficiency, I conducted MBA admission interviews for +5 years and know exactly what makes interviewers lean in or zone out during your “walk me through your resume” answer.
I’m here to help you go farther faster in your MBA journey and along the way build a foundation you can lean on as you navigate the many unknowns during the MBA experience. I have no doubt that our collective effort will allow you to level up your MBA application and the vision you’ll hold of your future self.
Because we’re all humble overachievers, here are some other highlights about me:
- B.Sc. from Manchester Business School
- M.Sc. from Warwick Business School
- MBA from The University of Chicago, Booth School of Business
- Awarded Forte Fellowship and co-chaired Chicago Booth Women in Business
- Admitted to multiple M7 schools, and schools across the UK and Europe
- Went to business school to pivot into consulting, but fell in love with entrepreneurship and never looked back.
If this resonates, let’s get to work.
How I Help You Get Into Your Dream MBA Program
The MBA journey is one of the biggest inflection points in your career, and I want it to feel energizing for you, not overwhelming. My role is to give you clarity, structure, and be a trusted partner to guide you through every step.
Here’s what we will do together:
- Clarify your story: Connect your past, present, and future into a powerful, authentic narrative.
- Strengthen your applications: Craft resumes, essays, recommendations, and interview strategies that show why you’re an irresistible candidate.
- Choose the right programs: Target MBA programs that fit your values, goals, and dreams.
- Manage the process with confidence: Stay organized, avoid overwhelm, and move through each phase strategically.
Getting into business school is only the beginning. My goal is to help you step into your next chapter with clarity and confidence, shaping your MBA experience and career long after.
My Story: From Internal Auditor to MBA Admissions Coach
Over a decade ago, I was exactly where you are now – ambitious, driven, and standing at a career crossroad. I knew an MBA was the next step in my journey. I understood every job I’d taken and every choice I’d made. I was analytical, strategic, and thoughtful, and yet, I couldn’t quite articulate how all the dots of my life connected.
Working with MBA Protocol changed that. I felt truly seen and understood. My coach helped me uncover my authentic story, align my career goals, and craft applications that reflected not just what I had done, but who I was becoming. I was admitted to top MBA programs and ultimately chose the one that best aligned with my values and unlocked the next level of my career.
Since then, I’ve led product and marketing teams through a multi-billion-dollar exit, advised startups at pivotal moments, and invested in women-led innovations. Over the years, I kept returning to the process that had transformed my own life, and realized that I wanted to help others experience the same clarity, momentum, and transformation in their own journeys.
Now, as an MBA coach, I combine my first-hand applicant experience, strategic business background, and human-centered approach to help ambitious people like you connect their own dots. I want you to embark on your MBA journey with purpose and confidence. If we do this right, we’ll unlock far more than a strong application; we’ll unleash your full potential.
Fun Facts, Frameworks, and Why We’ll Probably Enjoy the Journey Together
Working with me is often described as wiping a dusty mirror: You’ll see yourself more clearly, with both the strengths you already carry and the possibilities you may not have noticed yet.
I also believe the little quirks and passions we bring to life reveal just as much about who we are. Here are a few of mine:
- Weather chameleon; lived in 8 cities across 3 countries, thriving in both hot and cold winter holiday climate conditions
- Efficiency enthusiast; optimize anything from startup workflows and evaluation strategies to suitcase real estate and morning routines
- Former editor-in-chief of high-school newspaper; went to an editorial meeting for free pizza, stayed to leave my mark in print
- Community builder at heart; known for connecting incredible women and curating spaces where ideas and friendships grow
At the end of the day, this isn’t about fitting into a mold, it’s about bringing out what’s already distinctively yours. And that’s a lot of fun!
Ready to Start Your MBA Journey?
If you’re ready to start building an MBA application that allows your unique story to shine, I’m here to help.
Step one is easy: Take 3 minutes to fill out this short form and tell us a little about yourself. Once we get it, well reach out to schedule a call to move your MBA dreams forward.
I guarantee you’ve got a unique story worth telling. Let's make sure the world hears it.
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