Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Real Estate (2006): did not establish the proffered position of market research
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of market research analyst qualified as a specialty occupation. The petitioner provided only generalized job duties and did not explain how the substantive work would require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty. The AAO found that the petitioner did not satisfy any of the four regulatory criteria for a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Position'S Complexity Or Uniqueness Requires A Degree Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Duties Associated With A Degree
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