Open University denies link

We refer to the intensive advertisement placed by the Institute of Indonesian Entrepreneurs Development (IPWI) throughout the media. IPWI is offering a master's program in economics from Open University for Rp 550,000 for the educational development fee (SPP).

In this context the management of Open University deems it necessary to give the following clarification:

1. Open University has no connection whatsoever with IPWI management.

2. Open University has no responsibility whatsoever in connection with IPWI's master's degree program in economics.

3. The cost or fee for each program of study for each semester at Open University is much less than that advertised by IPWI.

4. In order to avoid any undesired problems, students and prospective students of Open University are strongly advised to be apprehensive of tantalizing offers contained in misleading advertisements.

5. Registration at Open University can be done through mail, telephone or facsimile to the following address: Pelayanan Mahasiswa UT dan Hubungan Masyarakat, Jl. Cabe Raya, Pondok Cabe, Ciputat 15418; telp.: 7403571, 7490941; fax: 7490147, 7490158.

BAMBANG SUTJIATMO

Rector

Open University

Jakarta