H-1B Dismissed — Apparel (2020): did not establish the proffered 'strategic market research

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the proffered 'strategic market research analyst' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the position did not meet the criterion requiring a baccalaureate degree in a specific specialty, as the Occupational Outlook Handbook indicates that degrees in various disparate fields are acceptable for market research analysts, not one specific specialty.

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