dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Marketing
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a bakery, failed to demonstrate that the proffered position of Account Manager qualified as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the position did not meet the regulatory criteria, noting that the Occupational Outlook Handbook indicates a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is not a normal minimum requirement for entry into a marketing manager role.
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 Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That They Require A Degree
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