H-1B Dismissed — Business Systems Analysis (2016): 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 systems analyst' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The Director referenced the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, which states that while a bachelor's degree in a computer-related field is common for computer systems analysts, it is not always a requirement. Since the position could be filled by individuals with diverse educational backgrounds, such as business or liberal arts, the petitioner did not prove that a degree in a specific specialty is the normal minimum requirement for entry.

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