Hot to access iTunes U private site

Hi guys,
I am new to iTunes U and working to build iTunes U private site but i don't go through it.
The welcome email which i received from apple regarding our institution has link to activate site. But it is a public site manager; can you please let me know how can i access our private site management area?
Thanks,
Ali

credential string:
Instructor@urn:mace:itunesu.com:sites:emory.edu:classes:TEST_COURSE

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