H-1B Sustained — Business Analysis (2021): the Director initially denied the petition, concluding the

Decision Summary

The Director initially denied the petition, concluding the 'business analyst' position did not qualify as a specialty occupation. Upon de novo review, the AAO found the evidence established that the position requires the theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge and a bachelor's degree, and is complex enough to meet the regulatory definition of a specialty occupation.

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