dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Finance / Accounting
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'Financial Analyst' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO agreed with the director's finding that the petitioner did not prove that the position's duties require the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge and the attainment of a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of Duties Are So Specialized And Complex As To Require A Degree
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