Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Business (2025): did not establish the proffered position qualifies as a
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the petitioner's acceptance of a general degree in business administration, or a degree from a wide variety of fields such as business, economics, or engineering, does not meet the statutory requirement for a degree in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Common Industry Degree Requirement Or Unique/Complex Position Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Duties Requirement Of A Degree In A Specific Specialty
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