Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Management Consulting (2023): did not establish the proffered 'associate (management
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the proffered 'associate (management consultant)' position as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the petitioner's acceptance of a broad range of degrees (such as Business, Law, Economics, and Engineering) rather than a degree in a specific specialty is incompatible with the statutory and regulatory requirements for an H-1B visa.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Requirement For A Degree In A Specific Specialty Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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