dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Business Consulting
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of a part-time budget analyst is a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the petitioner did not provide sufficient evidence of its business operations, making the exact nature of the position unclear, and the evidence submitted to show an industry standard (job postings) was from dissimilar companies in irrelevant industries.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry For Parallel Positions Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of Duties Is So Specialized And Complex That It Requires A Degree
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