
Christian Hansen
Former Assoc.Dir. UCI MBA & BYU | #1 Bestselling Author | Pro Musician

Brigham Young University

University of California, Irvine
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I've reviewed and interviewed thousands of students (and know what REALLY makes applicants stand out). I am a former Assoc. Dir. of the MBA program at UC Irvine, former member of BYU’s Admissions Committee, and previous Internship Director for LG Electronics in South Korea and China. I have personally counseled thousands of students (and their families) on all aspects of admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and career success. The truth is, if you want to stand out from the crowd and rise above the noise, you need to raise your thinking and perspective. Which is exactly what I will help you do. As a full-time professional coach who has helped 100% of my students get into one of their top 3 programs, my goal is to transform how you view yourself, your future, and teach you the mindset and methodologies of “Personal Influence.” We will do that by following the research-backed strategies of my #1 Bestselling book, The Influence Mindset: The Art & Science of Getting People to Choose You. Ranked by LinkedIn in the Top Ten Books for Personal Marketing, these proven practices will no doubt help you rise in influence (and confidence!) as you prepare for college and beyond. If you are ready to discover your story, harness your vision, and learn the secrets of how to confidently write influential college application essays, let’s chat! I can’t wait to walk this journey with you.
Work with Christian
Christian’s Master’s Programs Qualifications
Coaches professionally
20+ people coached for Master’s Programs
Open to working with clients outside the U.S.
Former music major, professional pianist, arranger, composer, and member of the Tabernacle Choir. I also help students navigate the music audition process for competitive programs
Why do I coach?
Transforming lives is something I love doing. And believe it or not, the college application is the PERFECT vehicle to set your sites on a new life goal. I love walking that path with clients!
Work Experience

Associate Director of MBA Admissions
University of California, Irvine
2015 - 2018

Admissions and Financial Aid Counselor
Brigham Young University
2011 - 2015

Internship Director
LG Electronics
2007 - 2008
Education

Brigham Young University
Admissions Committee and Representative, Admissions Counselor
2011 - 2015
Admissions Committee Experience
Helped with international admissions, read applications, counseled students, participated in special cases sub-committee

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
MSc in Management, Organizations and Governance
2010 - 2011
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