Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Wholesale And Retail (2015): did not establish the proffered position of computer
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a small wholesale and retail business, failed to establish that the proffered position of computer systems analyst qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director concluded, and the AAO agreed, that the petitioner did not demonstrate that the position's duties require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty, which is the core requirement for the H-1B classification.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Uniquely Complex Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That They Require A Degree
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