dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Market Research
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of business/market research analyst qualified as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the petitioner did not meet any of the four regulatory criteria, citing inconsistencies in the record and determining that the duties were not sufficiently specialized or complex to necessitate a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex
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