Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Business Administration (2015): did not establish the proffered position of 'administrative
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'administrative manager' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the described duties—such as organizing office operations, maintaining records, and assisting with personnel policies—did not require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty, which is a core requirement for the H-1B classification.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Beneficiary Qualifications Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Complexity And Specialization Of Duties
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