Can an unrelated Masters degree get me an EB2?

Question details

When we apply for Green card under EB2 category, should the masters degree and present job be related? Here is a situation: I have a masters in Agribusiness and I am working as a business analyst. My employer says I am not eligible to apply under the EB2 as my masters is not related to my present job in IT sector. Please let me know the reality.

ANSWER

In fact there is no simple answer.  Legally, there is nothing that requires that the degree must be in a related field.  But, the employer needs to make sure, under penalty of perjury, that they do require a Master's degree, even if it is unrelated.