Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Restaurant/Event Management (2004): did not establish the proffered position of 'events
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove that the proffered position of 'events specialist' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the petitioner did not meet any of the four regulatory criteria, noting that the Occupational Outlook Handbook does not indicate that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is a normal minimum requirement for similar positions like marketing or promotions manager.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Bachelor'S Degree Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That They Require A Degree
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