approved EB-2 (NIW)

Financial Consultant

Financial Economics · Bangladesh · 2023-10-16

Processing Time
6 days
Decision Date
2023-10-16
Location
New York
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to advance research on identifying early warning indications of financial crises using cutting-edge econometrics and machine learning approaches. This work focuses on developing proactive mitigation strategies to improve economic resilience and worldwide social welfare, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The research drives efficient regulatory improvements and enhances social welfare globally by identifying financial crisis indicators.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of 59 citations and the implementation of his research by the Bangladesh Bank demonstrate his ability to advance the field.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, the petitioner's contributions to economic resiliency and financial stability make it beneficial to waive the job offer requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The case was approved based on the petitioner's M.A. in Economics and a robust portfolio including 5 first-authored peer-reviewed journal articles, 59 citations, and 1 peer review experience. The evidence demonstrated that his work has been implemented by major institutions like Bangladesh Bank, satisfying the Dhanasar prongs for national importance and being well-positioned.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions

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Outcome approved
Processing 6 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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