Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Business Administration (2017): did not establish the proffered position of 'business
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'business process improvement specialist' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that requiring a general-purpose bachelor's degree, such as in business administration, is insufficient to demonstrate that the position requires a body of highly specialized knowledge in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Bachelor'S Degree Or Higher Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Duties Are So Specialized And Complex
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