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AAO concluded that ownership inconsistencies and the petitioner's pattern of filings relative to its actual workforce undermine the viability of the proffered job.
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AAO concluded that ownership inconsistencies and the petitioner's pattern of filings relative to its actual workforce undermine the viability of the proffered job.
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beneficiary meets ETA Form 9089 minimum requirements
Why the evidence was persuasive
AAO found that under the plain language of Part H of the ETA Form 9089, the bachelor's-plus-five-years alternative was satisfied and a foreign equivalent was acceptable.
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AAO found that under the plain language of Part H of the ETA Form 9089, the bachelor's-plus-five-years alternative was satisfied and a foreign equivalent was acceptable.
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AAO found the record contains unresolved inconsistencies regarding ownership and corporate structure, and the petitioner's reported small workforce is incongruent with at least 38 visa petitions filed, undermining ability to pay.
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AAO found the record contains unresolved inconsistencies regarding ownership and corporate structure, and the petitioner's reported small workforce is incongruent with at least 38 visa petitions filed, undermining ability to pay.
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advanced degree or equivalent (bachelor's plus 5 years progressive experience)
Why the evidence was persuasive
AAO found the BBA+MBA combination equivalent to a U.S. baccalaureate and credited approximately 6.5 years of post-baccalaureate progressive experience as a management analyst before the April 23, 2008 priority date.
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AAO found the BBA+MBA combination equivalent to a U.S. baccalaureate and credited approximately 6.5 years of post-baccalaureate progressive experience as a management analyst before the April 23, 2008 priority date.
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EB-1A · High remuneration
salary or remuneration demonstrating exceptional ability
Why AAO was not persuaded
Although the beneficiary earned a sizeable income, the petitioner failed to submit evidence of comparable wages in the occupation to demonstrate that the salary was indicative of exceptional ability.
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Although the beneficiary earned a sizeable income, the petitioner failed to submit evidence of comparable wages in the occupation to demonstrate that the salary was indicative of exceptional ability.
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The labor certification only required a bachelor's degree, two years of training, and four years of experience, which does not satisfy the regulatory definition of an advanced degree under 8 C.F.R. § 204.5(k)(2).
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The labor certification only required a bachelor's degree, two years of training, and four years of experience, which does not satisfy the regulatory definition of an advanced degree under 8 C.F.R. § 204.5(k)(2).
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AAO agrees that EDGE shows the Indian three-year B.A. is comparable to only three years of U.S. study and the Indian master's after a three-year degree equates only to a U.S. baccalaureate; counsel did not resolve this inconsistency with the submitted evaluation.
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AAO agrees that EDGE shows the Indian three-year B.A. is comparable to only three years of U.S. study and the Indian master's after a three-year degree equates only to a U.S. baccalaureate; counsel did not resolve this inconsistency with the submitted evaluation.
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recognition for achievements and significant contributions to the industry or field
Why AAO was not persuaded
The beneficiary's prior roles were not as a safety and maintenance manager, and the certificates demonstrated teamwork and collaboration rather than recognition for significant contributions to the industry or field.
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The beneficiary's prior roles were not as a safety and maintenance manager, and the certificates demonstrated teamwork and collaboration rather than recognition for significant contributions to the industry or field.
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